Kuala Lumpur Photographers Walking Tour

The Kuala Lumpur Railway Station was built in 1892 and began operations in 1909. The architecture of this building reflects Moorish influence which incorporates domes, arches and pillars in its design. This building was designed by the Public Works Department of India during the British Colonial period in Malaya.

As the oldest railway station in West Malaysia, the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station is the hub for railway services serving trains in Peninsular Malaysia running north to Bangkok, Thailand and south to Singapore.

The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is one of Kuala Lumpur's iconic landmarks, apart from the Petronas Twin Towers, that is.

Located on Jalan Raja and in front of Dataran Merdeka (Merdeka Square), this building was used to house government departments during the British Colonial period in Malaya. Today it houses the Supreme and High Courts of Malaysia.

Construction of this historical building began in 1893 and was completed in 1897. It was constructed with red brick and invitation stone dressing with a tiled roof. The exposed red brick with the white-plaster-lined arches and striped courses became known as the blood and bandages style.

The first plans were drawn up by R.A.J. Bidwell under the supervision of the state architect, A.C. Norman. However, their plans which were based on classical Renaissance style was not suitable for the humid climate and environment of Kuala Lumpur. As a result, the Moorish style--a mixture of European function and Islamic form--was selected for the exterior of the building. This style was later adopted for the design of most public buildings in Kuala Lumpur built in the period that followed.

On important occasions like National Day and festive seasons, the Sultan Abdul Samad building is decorated with colourful lights, which accentuates its unique architecture.

Built in 1909, Masjid Jamek (Jamek Mosque) is written in the historical books as the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur. Its unique location on the meeting point of the Klang and Gombak rivers, which is the birthplace of Kuala Lumpur, makes Masjid Jamek even more significant.

The architecture of this mosque is inspired by Mogul influences and is similar to the mosques in Northern India. The mosque has two main towers, three main domes and surrounded by coconut trees which gives it a serene feeling in the midst of the bustling city. In 1984, major renovation works were done to accommodate more people in the praying hall.

Masjid Jamek was officially declared the National Mosque in 1965. However, despite losing its title to a newer mosque located nearby, Masjid Jamek remains important due to its central location near bazaars, eateries and offices.

Menara Kuala Lumpur is another well known icon beautifying the city's skyline with its rattle-shaped tower. Located on Bukit Nanas, the locals call it KL Tower.

Ranked as the seventh tallest telecommunications tower in the world, Menara Kuala Lumpur boosts of architecture reflecting the country's Islamic heritage. Its design incorporates Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles and classic Islamic floral with abstract motifs.

At the top of the tower is a rotating restaurant called Atmosphere 360 where you can dine and watch panaromic views of the city go by.

At the foot of Menara Kuala Lumpur is the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve. Covering an area of 10.05 hectares, this forest oasis in the middle of the city has a wide array of flora and fauna. Watch out for the monkeys who dwell in this forest reserve.

Mention Kuala Lumpur and the Petronas Twin Towers immediately comes to mind. This iconic structure has carved a name for itself as one of the mega structures of the world and reigns as the world's tallest twin towers. The Petronas Twin Towers also known as KLCC boosts a diamond-faceted facade built of stainless steel and laminated glass.

This 88-storey gleaming structure was designed by Argentinian-American architect Cesar Pelli who cleverly incorporated geometric shapes found in Islamic architecture into his design.

Located on the ever busy Jalan Ampang, KLCC offers a host of attractions including the Suria KLCC Shopping Centre, Petrosains Science Centre, Petronas Art Gallery and also the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre where the Aquaria KLCC is located. The renowned Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra is also based here.

Stretching out to one side of KLCC is the spacious and beautifully landscaped KLCC Park where there are jogging tracks and a pool for kids to wade in.

Any time is a good time to visit KLCC. If you visit in the morning, don't forget to visit the Skybridge for panoramic views of the city. Tickets are sold from 8.30am onwards and available on a first come first served basis. So get there early.

If you visit KLCC at night, stand in front of the Public Bank building opposite, look up and be awed by this architectural wonder when it is illuminated.