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Kuala Lumpur

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Kuala Lumpur

9 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Updated April 25, 2023

Unusual Attractions in Kuala Lumpur

Bamboo Playhouse.

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Bamboo Playhouse

A delightful architectural wonder awaits on a lake island in Kuala Lumpur’s oldest park.

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Dharma Realm Guan Yin Sagely Monastery Canteen

Come for the chanting, stay for the monastical vegan buffet.

Detail of a mural.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bukit Bintang Street Art Alleys

Cartoon clouds and nature-inspired murals have transformed the streets of Kuala Lumpur.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

Hang out with thousands of butterflies in one of the world's largest such enclosures.

National Textile Museum at Merdeka Square.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

National Textile Museum

An exploration of Malaysian heritage through the lens of traditional textiles.

MinNature Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

MinNature Malaysia

This museum explores iconic buildings and the cultural heritage of Malaysia in miniature form.

Royal Malaysian Police Museum

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Royal Malaysian Police Museum

This surprising museum tells the story of modern Malaysia through the history of its law enforcement.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Sentul Depot

After being bombed and largely abandoned, this former railway workshop has been transformed into a lively market space.

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