Old Streets of Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur Trip Overview

From a humble, small tin mining settlement town, Kuala Lumpur has transformed itself into a renowned metropolitan city in the world

This walk will explore the history behind the early street names, why the names have been changed, key attractions, building architecture, worshipping places and traditional businesses in the old Kuala Lumpur town from the early 19th century till present day.

Additional Info

Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours

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What to Expect When Visiting Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

From a humble, small tin mining settlement town, Kuala Lumpur has transformed itself into a renowned metropolitan city in the world

This walk will explore the history behind the early street names, why the names have been changed, key attractions, building architecture, worshipping places and traditional businesses in the old Kuala Lumpur town from the early 19th century till present day.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Jamek Mosque, Jalan Tun, Kuala Lumpur 56000 Malaysia

Travellers will understand the evolution of this street, once called Java St. What transformation has taken place from the early 1800 till present.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Leboh Pasar Besar, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. History of the street name
2. How Kuala Lumpur got its name
3. The first train station
4. Development in this area

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Old Market Square Clock Tower, Medan Pasar, Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia

1. Where is Hokkien and Macao St
2. Activities during the late 19th century
3. Business activities
4. Buildings architecture

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sin Sze Si Ya Temple, Jalan Cheng Lock Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur 50000 Malaysia

1. Evolution of Tun H.S. Lee St.
2. Taoist Temple
3.Yap Ah Loy Street
4. Streets Mural

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, 163 Jln. Tun H.S. Lee, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

1. Continuation of Tun H.S. Lee St
2. Hindu’s temple
3. Traditional business
4. Key buildings during Japanese Occupation

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Petaling Street Market, Jalan Petaling City Centre, 3 Min Walk from Central Market Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur 50000 Malaysia

1. History about this area
2. Traditional business
3. Wet market

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. Flea market
2. Traditional business

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Jalan Panggong, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. History of the road name
2. Business activities
3. Key landmark within its vicinity

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. Road name history
2. Traditional business
3. History of this area

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Jalan Raja, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. History of the street
2. Colonial landmarks

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Leboh Ampang, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Lunch at one the Indian restaurant

Duration: 30 minutes

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