Central Market Kuala Lumpur

Started in 1888, Central Market Kuala Lumpur was originally a fresh food market. With continuous expansion and renovation, it has now become a commercial center for unique handicrafts, artworks, and ethnic costumes, and many tourists come here to purchase souvenirs.

Located just one street away from Petaling Street, Central Market Kuala Lumpur was opened in 1888 as a fresh market. After continuous expansion and renovation, it has become a Shopping Center with More than 300 Stores.

The first floor of Central Market Kuala Lumpur has Lorong Melayu, Straits Chinese, and Lorong India, which showcases Malaysia’s multi-ethnic culture while allowing shoppers to buy Featured Handicrafts. Most of the shops on the second-floor feature exotic Ethnic Clothing and Fabrics, such as the coveted Batik clothes and Cashmere carpets.

Manywhere Trivia:
The Central Market Kuala Lumpur faced demolition in the 1970s, but was finally preserved as a heritage site.

Many visitors come to Central Market Kuala Lumpur to buy local souvenirs for their friends and family. While shopping for gifts, don’t forget that there are Kasturi Walk and Art Walk in its annex, where there are more food stalls and art spaces that allow you to experience Malaysian culture and art up close.

Attractions around Central Market Kuala Lumpur

• Petaling Street / Chinatown
• Sin Sze Si Ya Temple
• Merdeka Square
• Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque
• Sultan Abdul Samad Building
• National Mosque Of Malaysia

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• #Leisure
• #Modern Architecture

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