Suria KLCC is Malaysia's premier shopping destination located at Kuala Lumpur prestigious commercial address, the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). It offers an array of goods and services to please and pamper the needs of shoppers; from fashion, entertainment, arts & culture to local delicacies and international gourmets.
Set in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, Suria KLCC is surrounded by hotels, office buildings, a scenic park and dancing fountains, promising hours of leisurely pleasure. From whichever entrance you take, the excitement hits you the minute you step into the sensational splendour and diversity of the centre.
There is always something for everyone to savour at Suria KLCC:
6 levels of retail outlets with each level of a distinctive character and style.
Anchor tenants are Isetan, Parkson Grand, Tanjong Golden Village and Signatures Level 2 Food Court. Other key tenants include Marks & Spencer and Rasa Food Arena. Including destination shop such as Pucuk Rebung and Aseana which are located exclusively at Suria KLCC.
Shopping, restaurants, cafes, entertainment, leisure, home decor, a concert hall, an art gallery and a science discovery centre.
Customer-friendly facilities which include well-trained customer service staff, taxi, and bus stops, ample parking bays, a post office which opens throughout weekends, a Bureau de Change, a cobbler, a locksmith, florist and ATM centres.
All this within one location.
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
The 50-acre tropical landscape in the heart of the KLCC development provides an urban sanctuary for all. The public park reflects the tropical greenery, vibrant colours and patterns of the country's rich cultural heritage while its calm setting help dissipate the tensions of city living.
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.
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Dataran Merdeka has been a focal point for many events. This was the historic site where the Union Jack flag was lowered and the Malayan flag first hoisted at midnight on August 31,1957, our independence Day.
This was originally the cricket green and rugby field belonging to the Selangor Club, now called Royal Selangor Club. The field was reclaimed by Kuala Lumpur City Hall in 1987 and developed into an underground shopping mall-cum-car park, with a new field laid on top of it. Plaza Putra, as it is called, is also the site from which a 100-metre high flagpole rises.
Dataran Merdeka is also known for the distinctive and iconic Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad.
SUPREME COURTS
After Independence, the building became the site for the Federal Court and Court of Appeals, Both courts have since been relocated to Putrajaya.
The building's clock tower was used for the countdown to usher in every New Year.
Dataran Merdeka attracts a large number of tourists each day.
This historic venue is located between the hills of Lake Gardens and the Gombak River. In fact, just behind the courts, there is the famous muddy confluence that gives Kuala Lumpur its name.
RIVER'S EMBRACE
Dataran Merdeka happens to be locate in an embracing concave of the Gombak River as it bends twice before joining Klang River.
This is where gentle homogenous energy collects and attracts people. Further north, St Mary's Anglican Cathedral is located at the convex of the river.
Properties located in the concave side ought to do well, provided their orientation is correct. This would be eastward to face the river or southward to follow the river flow. Those facing westward away from the river would struggle in business while north-facing buildings that go against the river flow would find its occupants experiencing mental problems.
Jalan Raja used to encircle Dataran Merdeka and the Royal Selangor Club. However, part of the road is now sealed off and turned into a pedestrian walkway.
UNDERGROUND
Plaza Putra is an underground shopping complex-cum-car park. It has two entrances that face west and south. The south entrance is quite good as it follows the river flow. However, the west entrance is not as conducive because it faces the hills and puts the building's rear to the river.
I am not in favour of underground buildings. Hollow spaces in the ground disrupt the flow of earth energy. Energy simply is blocked when it encounters the blank space.
Despite Plaza Putra's uniqueness, Dataran Merdeka's popularity with tourists and proximity to the business district, I fear it is not likely to do well.
The Royal Selangor Club, which used the Dataran Merdeka's field for cricket, was and still is an exclusive club. This old Tudor-style building has two entrances but neither of them is ideal.
Next to the club is St Mary's Anglican Cathedral. Its entrance faces south which follows the flow of the river. The church is also located on the outer convex of the river.
Let us take a little detour across Jalan Kinabalu, where we find Bank Negara. The entire central bank complex runs parallel to the Gombak River. The main entrance faces south and follows the flow of the river. This is a good configuration.
What keeps the central bank-and the nation's fiscal health-going? The internal entrance from the car park ito the building, I believe, also happens to face south. If it faced north, I would fear for our nation's monetary future. An entrance that runs against the river flow would create problems.
Nearby, we find Bank Rakyat. Its entrance used to be at the back, facing the hill, into Jalan Tangsi. From a geomancy perspective, it is not good since it faces a hill and has Gombak River at its back.
Bank Rakyat was recently renovated and now has an entrance that faces the river. However, the entire Jalan Tangsi area sits at the outer convex of the river.
CONVEX VS.CONCAVE
Earth energy does not accumulate on the convex side of rivers. As energy reaches the riverbank, it is stopped by the river and deflected in an outward dispersal pattern. Energy only pools in an embracing concave. Thus, properties in this vicinity may not benefit much even if they face the river or have their backs to higher ground. There is also the elevated highway, Jalan Kinabalu, to contend with. Not only is it now “higher ground”, but fast moving traffic create strong winds that disperse energy.
The Sultan Abdul Samad building is located just beside the Gombak River on the embracing concave side. This is a very conducive location and probably explains its durability. Entrances that face the river (eastward) or follow the flow (southward) are good. When it was used as the courts, this was the case.
Discover what it is like to drift through the tropical rainforests. Wade through shallow waters as stringrays slip and glide. Find out how it feels to be swimminig side by side with Sand Tiger Sharks."
Showcasing some of the most captivating aquatic life from Malaysia and throughout the world, Aquaria KLCC takes you on an exciting journey from the misty mountains, down the majestic rivers, through the green rainforest to the mighty mangroves until you reach the colourful coral reefs and the ominous deep blue sea.
Located inside Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre which is a 10 minutes walk from the Petronas Twin Towers, it is accessible through the underground interlink from Tower Records in Suria KLCC.
Discover what it is like to drift through the tropical rainforests. Wade through shallow waters as stingrays slip and glide. Find out how it feels to be swimming side by side with Sand Tiger Sharks. With over 5,000 different creatures and the latest in advanced interactive technology, Aquaria KLCC will stimulate your senses and open up your mind to the fascinating world under the sea.
Seamlessly integrated, Aquaria KLCC is supported by the latest in computer technology, where a highly interactive experience will bring a whole new dimension to the wonders of the sea.
Some of the highlights of the aquarium includes a 90 metre long underwater tunnel, the 10 foot long gigantic Arapamia, touch pool encounter along with the death-defying shark feedings at the Aqua Theatre.
The aquarium is open from 10am - 10pm daily, with last admission at 9pm.
Entrance fee :
Adult (standard) - RM38
Adult (with MyKad) - RM28
Children 3 - 12 years (standard) - RM26
Children 3 - 12 years (with MyKad) - RM22
Below 3 years old - Free
For more information, contact:
Aquaria KLCC,
Concourse Level,
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre,
Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-2333 1888
Fax: 03-2380 0069
http://www.klaquaria.com
Getting there
There are two ways to get to Aquaria KLCC:
If you're coming from Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Jalan Pinang, the connecting tunnel is located at Concourse Level of the convention centre. Look for the Aquaria KLCC signage.
If you are from Suria KLCC Shopping Complex, you can enter via the Suria KLCC connecting tunnel, which is located on the ground level of the shopping complex, near the KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) restaurant. It is only a 5-minute walk through the tunnel.
User recommendation
"i went with my family last week. intersting place. my kids were love it. hope that can reduce a bit the ticket price thanks" by Abdul Hamid Mohamed Yusof
"it's fabulously enticing & relaxing at the same time! they've got crazily huge giant fishes inside, fascinating info and very friendly people working there. i especially loved the touch pool and the tunnel. as for the price, well..it's in the city center, the heart of KL, smack in between KLCC & Pavillion, no one ever complained about the expensive shops there..well worth it! " by lynn
"It's true that it seems to be expensive but compared to overseas eg. Melbourne Aquarium, their entrance fee is about 23AUD per adult, which is the equivalent of RM70!!!"
"Overall designing tank is good but for the marine life fishes almost same and more tank are repeat. Price are reasonable. Need to improve better than Underwater World Langkawi. Add something special than UWWL..."
"jus that the pricing wise is a little too high... maybe a slight adjust would be best" by Alvin Tan S K
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"Harganya terlalu mahal terutama kepada mereka yang berpendapatan rendah. Kalau begini, hanya mereka yang berduit sahaja yang mampu untuk menikmati Aquaria dan tidak kepada golongan yang sebaliknya. Pada pendapat saya, kalau ingin dikekalkan harga sebegini mahal, apa kata adakan package keluarga."
"I have 4 children and a wife. I have to spend RM180 just for the entrance fee!! That's too much for a family dayout. TOO TOO TOO EXPENSIVE!! Not every malaysian citizens could afford this!" by Vincent
"i want to toknow the more about the pachage for school children if you have." by Mohd Sidek b Atan
"love most all of the ideas but then, it is just too expensive..think about others too..tq" by Bee
"I think this aquaria is good and i wish can many fish in this aquaria..." by Rendi
"Was looking for information for operating time but couldn't find anywhere in Web" by kee
"it's fabulously enticing & relaxing at the same time! they've got crazily huge giant fishes inside, fascinating info and very friendly people working there. i especially loved the touch pool and the tunnel. as for the price, well..it's in the city center, the heart of KL, smack in between KLCC & Pavillion, no one ever complained about the expensive shops there..well worth it! " by lynn
"the entrance fees is very expenttttttttttt. although you have a family package . please consider new entrance fees . around rm15.00 only for adult rm7.50 for children above 5years."
"it's very interesting, but the cost should be less expensive." by Liyana
"by over view,how many fishes did you saw in there??? was it anywhere more than 2,000 of it??? i just doubt that we could see all 5,00 of them there and then... and the news from press and web is totally diff. one saying 3,00 of it then the other one saying 5,000 of it. Can some one tell me how many fishes they saw??? just a round figure would do ... THKS~!" by ED
"Too pricey to for moderate income earners with lots of children. Guess those in this category would have to miss out on the "educational" experience that Aquaria has to offer. Probably a good look at the pricing structure of the entrance fee should be initiated by those involved. Remember, you're here in KL-try to serve those closest before thinking of our richer neighbours." by shariman maarof
"tooooooo expensive. average malaysian family would not be able to afford it. a family with 4 kids wil have to spend almost 200 ringgit!!!! aiyoyoyo!!!! " by tina
"just too expensive. Especially these days. MAybe bringing the price down to rm20 would be a good idea. Maybe then they might be able to get a million visitors by this year" by guna
"waaay too pricey entrance fees. should have a package for whole family. parents & 4 kids maybe RM50. like all other places it is not uncommon for the higher reserved for foreigners. "
PICTURES
A PLACE YOU GET THINGS AT BARGAIN PRICES
The Chow Kit market is really a "wet market" and you need to wear proper shoes to enter it. Daily it caters for the Kampung Baru and the nearby residents and it is much busier on a sunday with folks coming from surrounding areas looking for some cheap stuff.
From the pictures below it can be seen a variety of items are offered for sale at bargain and rock bottom prices especially for fruits.
The fish stalls have their wares nicely arranged and price tagged
The bargain stalls for all types of fruits, including mandarins two months after the Chinese New Year
The road side stalls, the flowers stall, the famous fish ball noddle stall and the
A word of caution though; you need to do some careful selection as the good, bad and ugly are lumped together. The same can be said for the fish on offered. Prices may be cheap sometimes but also look out not to be shortchanged for weights. The worst experience you can get is after having your chicken chopped, you might find the "thigh parts" not wrapped up for you to take home.
