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The 88-storey PETRONAS Twin Towers is located at the North-west corner of the 100-acre development, the Towers standing majestically at 452 metres have been acknowledged by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat as the tallest buildings in the world. The design, created by renowned architect, Cesar Pelli & Associates of the USA was selected through an international design competition held in 1991. The floor plate of the Towers is based on geometric patterns common in architecture of Islamic heritage. It is composed of two rotated and super imposed squares with small circular infill around the edges. The exterior of the PETRONAS Twin Towers is organised in horizontal ribbons of vision glass and stainless steel which glint and shimmer in the sun. The design of the buildings also incorporates set-back at level 60, 73, 82, 84 and 88. Attached to each Tower is the 44-storey side tower or annexe, which provides an architectural balance to the slender profile of the main Tower. These coreless annexes also provide additional office space. The Like the exterior design, the interior design patterns and materials used also reflect the national identity of Malaysia. The Towers' entrance lobbies are showcase of the country's cultural heritage, incorporating contemporary Malaysian motifs adapted from traditional handicrafts such as 'songket' and timber carvings while the floor design has been laid in a popular 'mengkuang' weave mat design. A 58.4 metre sky bridge at levels 41 and 42 links the Twin Towers. The unique double-deck sky bridge stands 170 metres above street level with its arch support forming a symbolic gateway to the city centre. The sky bridge is opened to visitors between 8.30am - 7.00pm every Tuesday to Sunday For further information contact: Tower 1: (603) - 2331 4444 Tower 2: (603) - 2331 8240 Skybridge: (603) - 2331 8080/7619 2. KLCC PARK (12 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
The park is unique in its theme and concept. This verdant area accentuated with specially designed water features is a work of art. The park is a master piece conceptualised by the world renowned Brazilian landscape artist, the late Roberto Burle Marx. The green space of the KLCC Park are carefully contrived to dispel the notion of the garden as a static creation. The order imposed by Burle Marx's art transforms the natural topography into an art form. It features various amenities such as a two-acre children's playground, symphony fountain, wading pool, jogging track, shelters and benches, patterned foot-paths and sculptures. Approximately 1,900 indigenous trees and palms representing 74 species are planted to encourage bio-diversities within the park areas. Out of this number, some 40 trees were preserved and transplanted from the former Selangor Turf Club. Another striking feature of the park is the Lake Symphony which comprises two water fountains. Located at the esplanade outside Suria KLCC, the Lake Symphony is programmed to provide 150 magical dramatic animations. The total effect is a light hearted and gregarious atmosphere. For further information call: (603) - 2380 9032 | |||
3. PETROSAINS (12 mins fr Taman Dagan Ampang) | |||
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| Night view of water fountains |
At PETROSAINS, we aspire to enlighten visitors on the involvement of Malaysia in the petroleum industry. PETROSAINS aims to be a seeding platform for stimulating interest in Science and Technology. It is also about creating more awareness of exciting career opportunities in the petroleum industry.
We are globally connected through active participation in professional networks such as the Asia Pacific Network of Science and Technology (ASPAC) , Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) and European Collaborative for Science Industry and Technology Exhibitions (ECSITE).
PETROSAINS is designed as a modern museum that allows visitors to interact with the exhibits on display. A visit begins with a fascinating ride and then proceeds in a linear sequence through 7,000 square metres of exhibit area featuring interactive exhibits, fun activities and displays. The front-line personnel act as guides, presenters and demonstrators as well as facilitators to ensure that visitors' enjoyment and learning experience are maximised.
For more information call: (603) - 2331 8181
For more information call: (603) - 2331 8181
4. GALERI PETRONAS
(12 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
(12 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)GALERI PETRONAS was established in Kuala Lumpur in 1993 to provide an avenue for artists, both Malaysian and foreign, to display their works towards meeting and nurturing the growing interest of the Malaysian public in visual arts.
GALERI PETRONAS is located at the base of the PETRONAS Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur. It is owned and funded by Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), the national oil and gas corporation of Malaysia.
PETRONAS set up the gallery to help promote the development an preservation of art in Malaysia. The corporation beleives in, and supports, efforts towards the development of holistic society, one in which material wealth is matched by a rich cultural heritage and the well-being of the people.
The activities of GALERI PETRONAS are manifestations of this corporate philosophy. PETRONAS promotes the development and preservation of art by providing the gallery as a venue for art displays, sponsoring documentations and publications on mainly Malaysian art, establishing a resource centre on art within the gallery to encourage research, hosting local and foreign artists as resident artists at the gallery to encourage exchanges and dialogues, and organising public programmes to promotes appreciation and understanding of art.
For more information call: (603) - 2051 7770
For more information call: (603) - 2051 7770
5. AQUARIA KLCC (12 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
The Kuala Lumpur Tower (officially known as Menara Kuala Lumpur; referred later as KL Tower) is a tall tower located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its construction was finished in 1995. It is used for communication purposes and features an antenna that reaches 421 m (1,381 ft), which currently makes it the second tallest freestanding tower in the world. The roof of the pod is at 335 m (1,099 ft). The rest of the tower below has a stairwell and an elevator to reach the upper area, which also contains a revolving restaurant, providing diners a panoramic view of the city. Races are organised yearly where participants race up the stairs to the top. The tower also acts as the Islamic falak observatory to look for the crescent moon to mark the beginning of Muslim month of Ramadhan, Syawal, and Zulhijjah, to celebrate fasting month of Ramadhan, Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Aidiladha. The tower is the landmark of Kuala Lumpur with nearby Petronas Towers.
The touristic building is adorned with designs that reflect the Malaysian Islamic culture. The main lobby of the upper ground floor is decorated with exquisite glass-clad domes that sparkle like giant diamonds. These domes were designed and arranged in the form of the Muqarnas by Iranian craftsmen from Isfahan.
The KL Tower is the second tallest telecommunication tower in the world (after the Guangzhou TV & Sightseeing Tower in China, CN Tower in Canada, the Ostankino Tower in Russia, the Oriental Pearl Tower in China, and the Borj-e Milad in Iran). Built to enhance the quality of telecommunication services and the clarity of broadcasting, KL Tower represents the symbol of Kuala Lumpur.
KL Tower is also the first pit-stop in The Amazing Race Asia 1 and fielded a route marker on the final leg of the same race. |
| Inside the Observation Deck |
(10 mins from Taman Dagang)
Taman Tasik Ampang Hilir is a beautiful park with a nice small lake in the middle. It has a jogging track, a food stalls, a few playgrounds and some exercising equipments.
The latest park in the Klang Valley was a rehabilitation program of a former squatter colony. The park can be seen along the MRR2 if you are heading towards Ampang from Cheras on the left hand side about 400 meters after Tesco, just before the Ampang exit. It is actually located along Jalan Ampang Hilir while Jalan Kedondong pretty goes around and covers half the park area.
http://siuc.wordpress.com/2009/10/09/guide-to-taman-tasik-ampang-hilir/
10. KUALA LUMPUR LOOK OUT POINT TOURIST COMPLEX - MENARA TINJAU
(15 mins from Taman Dagang, Ampang)
The Kuala Lumpur Look Out Point Tourist Complex or Kompleks Pelancongan Menara Tinjau is a popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is located about 15 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre.
The road connects Taman Permai near Ampang in the west to Pekan Batu Empat Belas (Bt-14) Hulu Langat in the east. Its main features including a panoramic view of Kuala Lumpur from the top of Bukit Belacan hill.
How to get there:
1. Exit the MRR2 at Pandan Indah Interchange.
2. Go straight until the T-Junction. Esso will be on your left. Turn right at the traffic light.
3. Take a left at the next traffic light
4. Take another left at the traffic light beside Puteri Plaza.
5. Turn right at the traffic light junction to Ulu Langat/Kajang. (Pls take note, you might missed this.)
6. From this traffic light the road is winding for about 3 km.
7. Look out for the sign board “Menara Tinjau”.
8. Will come across a food court on the right with carpark.
Turn in and drive up the hill to the Look Out Point Restaurant
2. Go straight until the T-Junction. Esso will be on your left. Turn right at the traffic light.
3. Take a left at the next traffic light
4. Take another left at the traffic light beside Puteri Plaza.
5. Turn right at the traffic light junction to Ulu Langat/Kajang. (Pls take note, you might missed this.)
6. From this traffic light the road is winding for about 3 km.
7. Look out for the sign board “Menara Tinjau”.
8. Will come across a food court on the right with carpark.
Turn in and drive up the hill to the Look Out Point Restaurant
11. TAMAN RIMBA AMPANG - BUKIT BELACAN
((12 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
Bring along a pair of binoculars, drinking water, mosquito repellant and an umbrella (just in case) for this half-day walk. Wear dull-coloured clothes and comfortable walking shoes. The road is paved. For more information or to register, call or sms (012-306 1133) before 10pm. 12. BRAGO HILL @SEMENYIH (HIKING) Bukit Broga, or Broga Hill, is located near Semenyih, about 30 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur. Its real name is Bukit Lalang, refering to the thin and long species of local grass that grows abundantly on this hill. It can be reached a short distance after the University of Nottingham, where the entrance trail starts from an oil palm estate facing a rabbit park across the road. Its easy accessibility means that there are many visitors on the weekend.  Broga Hill – an amazing beauty hill landscape with full sunrise scenery view when you’re on top of the hill. In this recent days, Broga Hill is getting very famous as the destination spot for novice hikers and avid nature photographers.  It's a great place for hiking and scenic spot for photography. Website adress: http://www.naturemalaysia.com/broga-hill.htm 13. TABUR HILL @TAMAN MELAWATI (HIKING)Bukit Tabur is a hill located in Taman Melawati, Malaysia. It is also known locally as Bukit Hangus. The hill is very prominent and could be seen from the Kuala Lumpur Middle Ring Road 2. The hill, which is less than 1000 meters, is a quartz ridge. Climbers enter the hiking trail via Kampung Klang Gates, 50 meters from the gates of the Klang Gates Dam, at the back of Taman Melawati for a quick 3-4 hours climb. The Gombak Forest Reserve and Klang Gates Dam are beside the hill. The peak offers spectacular view of the dam.   The hiking trail to Bukit Tabur can be found at 3°14′1″N 101°44′55″E / 3.23361°N 101.74861°E. http://www.endemicguides.com/Tabur_hill.htm 14. ZOO NEGARA @HULU KLANG (10 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang) | |
  The national zoo and aquarium spans 62 hectares of shady forest land encompassing several ponds and small stgreams, at ulu kelang on the outskirts of the city. Built to resemble as closely as possible the natural habitat of the various animals and birds, the zoo is home to about 1,000 species of flora and fauna from malaysia and other parts of the world. The aquarium houses some 82 species of marine life. For children, there is the added attraction of exciting elephant, camel and donkey-cart rides, boat rides and zoo train. There are also special showtimes featuring elephants, parrot, orang utan and sea-lions.Opening hours : weekends and saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm Sundays and Public Holidays 9.00am - 6.00pm Hulu Kelang, Ampang Tel : 03-408 3422 / 24 Fax : 03-407 5375 |
15. SUNGAI CONGKAK RECREATIONAL FOREST(30 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
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| Sungai Congkak Image |
Cool, clear water river and rapids are the main attraction of the Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest. Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest is located at Lang river forest reserve area with colorful tropical rain forests and wide range species of flora and fauna. Besides that, there are also fruit orchards that are close to the tropical rain forest and facilities for camping, picnicking and swimming. There are also chalets for visitors to overnight in Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest.
Location: Hulu Langat, Selangor
By Car - Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest is located in the district of Hulu Langat, Selangor. From Cheras, head north on the Hulu Langat road (B52) towards Pangsun and Dusun Tua. The Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest is about 13km down this road. Alternatively, you can also take the Ampang road towards Ampang Tasik and go uphill towards Hulu Langat.
By Bus/Taxi - From Kuala Lumpur, take a City Liner bus No 572 in front of Metro Jaya to Kajang town. Then, catch a taxi either in front of Billion Shopping Centre or infront of Plaza Metro Kajang to take you to Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest.
http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/destination/sungai%20congkak%20recreational%20forest.html
16. GUNUNG NUANG
Gunung Nuang (1493m/4898ft), located at the end of the Ulu Langat road in Pangsun, is the tallest mountain peak in Selangor and is touted as a "more difficult" climb by many.
16. GUNUNG NUANG
Gunung Nuang (1493m/4898ft), located at the end of the Ulu Langat road in Pangsun, is the tallest mountain peak in Selangor and is touted as a "more difficult" climb by many.
Its peak borders Pahang dan Selangor state. The mountain itself is the highest point in Selangor and part of the Titiwangsa Mountains.
There are three hiking routes to the peak and all of them were built by Malaysian Department of Wildlife and National Parks. Two of them start in Selangor; one at Kuala Pangsoon in Hulu Langat and another at Kampung Kemensah in Gombak. The third path originates from Bukit Tinggi in Bentong, Pahang. Genting Highlands is visible at night from the peak.
Contact:
Pejabat Hutan Daerah Selangor Tengah,
Pangsoon, ulu Langat
43200 Cheras,
Selangor, Malaysia
Phone no.: 03-90752885
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Ampang Recreational Forest or taman rimba ampang lies 13.5 km east of central Kuala Lumpur.it is easily accessible from the federal capital and provides a golden opportunity to visitors to relax their minds after a week of hard work in the hectic city life. The cool and clear river flowing through Ampang Recreational Forest is indeed a haven for picnickers. Visitors will enjoy the dipping in the river, splashing water with their friends and loved ones. 18. SPORTS PLANET AMPANG (7 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang) 
http://www.sportsplanet.com.my/html/venue_details.aspx?PID=27&ID=16&CatName=AMPANG&Repost=True 19. PUTRAJAYA (40 mins fr Taman Dagang Ampang)
Paya indah wetland sanctuary just 15km north of the klia international airport, this 3,100-hectare wetland sanctuary is a showcase of integrated conservation and development project. Formetly barren land caused by exhaustive tin mining activities, paya indah wetland sanctuary is now being restored to its natural state comprising lakes, peat swamp and lowland forests. It is now home to more than 142 species of birds, 40 species of fish, 25 species of mammals and reptiles, 220 species of aquatic and terrestrial plants. Visitors to this sanctuary can look forward to a myriad of experiences. They can enjoy the fiesta of greenery and wildlife simply by walking along its meandering paths and on boardwalks that lead to the lakes. Visitors could also choose nature-based activities such as fishing, bird watching, nature tours, jungle trekking, camping, biking, horse riding, canoeing, boating and picnic � all in the midst of a peaceful environment. Malaysian wetlands foundation, No. 6a, lorong semantan, Off jalan duta, 50480 Kuala Lumpur. Tel : 03-253 0121 / 818 8835 Fax : 03-253 1436 / 818 8820 |
