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Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

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Experience a bustling cultural district at Chinatown. Originally settled by Cantonese and Hakkas drawn here because of the tin trade--and then partially destroyed during an 1870s civil war among Chinese immigrants--today the quarter retains an evocative atmosphere. Locals and tourists alike head here for the abundance of Chinese cuisine, international stores, and market stalls selling an array of trinkets, merchandise, and groceries. Haggling remains common, so make sure to give it a try if you want to secure the best possible price for what you find. Put Chinatown on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Kuala Lumpur visit app.
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  • By konstantinosd965
    The Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur is located on Petaling Street (Jalan Petaling) in Kuala Lumpur, is easily accessible by Monorail (Maharajalela Station), by LRT or MRT train (Pasar Seni Station) or by KTM....  more »
  • By AnuVin
    Almost everything available. Wonder if the purses also gets opened towards purchases. Trinkets and for a lot of souvenirs and small picks, it is a good place. No doubt. For the right people. April 19.  more »
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