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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 Steph-12345678910111

Please watch your children here. We have just had the most horrific experience during our stay in KL. We were at the china town market, and as we were walking along I noticed my eldest daughter...

Please watch your children here. We have just had the most horrific experience during our stay in KL. We were at the china town market, and as we were walking along I noticed my eldest daughter... more »
By Curiosity28270873977

This Jalan Petaling Chinatown is not appealing, stalls are selling fake goods, but you can get some football jerseys of the local football clubs, fake but it actually the same fabric as the real...

This Jalan Petaling Chinatown is not appealing, stalls are selling fake goods, but you can get some football jerseys of the local football clubs, fake but it actually the same fabric as the real... more »
By weeezoo

It's a big site for all the Chinese people as KL is a multi national country. Chinese people is one of the main nationalities in Malaysia. Chinatown has it all from food to wear. Take a look for...

It's a big site for all the Chinese people as KL is a multi national country. Chinese people is one of the main nationalities in Malaysia. Chinatown has it all from food to wear. Take a look for... more »