Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Western Peninsula Malaysia.
- Time Zone
- GMT + 8.
- Electricity
- 220 volts or 250 volts AC, 50Hz; three-pin flat plugs are standard.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 4.84 MYR |
| 1.00 USD = 3.01 MYR |
| 1.00 EUR = 4.25 MYR |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Thaipusam
January/February
Hindu celebration.
Batu Caves
ChineseNewYear
January/February
Temple visits, fireworks, dragon dances.
Chinatown
FederalTerritoryDay
February
Fireworks, streamers and balloons abound for the city’s birthday.
Throughout the city
F1PetronasMalaysiaGrandPrix
March
Sepang International Circuit
Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my
ColorsofMalaysia
June
Month-long celebration of Malaysian culture featuring traditional performances.
Throughout the city
MerdekaCelebrations
August-September
Month-long festival celebrating Malaysia’s independence.
Throughout the city
MerdekaEveCelebrations
August
Celebration of Malaysia’s independence with carnival-style festivities.
Independence Square
Deepavali
October/November
‘Festival of Light’ is the main Hindu celebration commemorating the triumph of good over evil.
Throughout the city
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
October
Two days of joyful celebration marking the end of Ramadan.
Throughout the city
Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival
December
Discounted shopping bonanza featuring Malaysian Fashion Week and Made in Malaysia exhibition.
Throughout the city
