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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 leea115

  Got a taxi from our cruise terminal which was about 90 minutes away, he took us to points of interest as it’s a big sprawling city. We went through China town which has a large central covered area...  more »

• By Laura T

  Recommended by Tripadvisor for cheap shopping bargains and also for Petaling street market, but we found there was so much more to do and see here than just shopping. We highly recommend a visit to.....  more »

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