The National Mosque (Masjid Negara) has quite a unique design of more traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentation. It has an umbrella like roof and 73 metre (245 feet) minaret which apparently "symbolises the aspirations of an independent nation". Whatever you think of these claims, it is still worth a look around as it is a quiet centre just near a very busy junction of traffic. The main dome has 18 points to it, which represent the 5 pillars of Islam and the 13 Malaysian states. Just across Jalan Perdana (Garden Street) is the Islamic Centre where you can view collections of Islamic texts and artifacts as well as weaponry from different eras of Islamic Civilisation. Both these would be best visited during a reflective stage, rather than after, say, doing a tab of E. Only for the quiet and respectful

There is a relaxing and tranquil walk from KL train station " which in itself is worth a look for it's early 1900's architecture " that encompasses the nearby Taman Tasek Perdana (Lake Gardens Park). Just follow the clearly labelled English signs and an afternoon will fly by while you visit the National Monument, a butterfly park, a bird park, a deer park, the Masjid Negara (National Mosque), National Museum and National Planetarium . It is a fantastic walk amongst amazing greens and bright colors.

The Kuala Lumpur Zoo is one of the best I have visited in Asia - tranquil (if you go during a week day), interesting (if you like Malaysian wildlife) and humane. Most Asian Zoo's and wildlife parks would make the average animal rights conscious person enraged but KL's is a nice change. It is set amongst a nice lake and is a casual bus ride from the bus station on Jalan Amphang (the major street along the creek Sungai Kelang) just north of the city centre. Take minibus number 17. There is cool aquarium on the zoo grounds as well.

Pretty much the coolest attraction to visit if you are in KL is the Batu Caves. They are only a short bus ride - about 40 minutes - from the city centre and worth the trip if you are up for a vertical walk and some nature. Take bus number 11 from the Central Market on Jalan Hang Kasturi to get there. Careful of heading out there during the annual Thaipusam Festival, where thousands head out to the Hindu shrine in the main "Cathedral" cave. Careful, also, of the 270 odd steps to reach the huge limestone cave mouth, as a few older punters have apparently fallen and taken anyone between them and the ground with them.

The Petronas Tower (originally called Twin Towers - for obvious reasons once you see it) stands 452 metres and claimed by the Malaysian Government to be the largest building in the world. However, that is only the case if you count the antenna. None the less it is an amazing sight, worth a look and now the walkway between the two towers is open, it will provide a great view of the greater KL area. It is quite a nice walk from the heart of KL to the Towers. Head down Jalan Ampang, where you can grab some great food in Little India, pass the KL Tower (421 metres) and see some impressive Colonial architecture now used for Foreign Embassy's.