Assistant Chief Concierge of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, Kumar Rathanan, recommends to U five cultural hotspots in Kuala Lumpur having lived in the city for over 30 years.

Thean Hou Temple

One of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia, the Thean Hou Temple dates back to 1894, when the Chinese Hainanese community made KL their home. A shrine to Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, this temple is still a key place of worship. The large temple sits on top of a hill, offering a majestic view of the city in addition to its already breathtaking architecture centering on prosperity and luck.

Masjid Negara

The National Mosque of Malaysia is stunning not only for its gorgeous origami-like design but also for its surroundings. Enjoy the serenity of holy ground meeting beautiful landscape, full of flora and fauna in the greenest part of Kuala Lumpur.

Central Market

Pasar Seni, or the Art Market area, is a centre for traditional and modern arts, housed in a beautiful blue Art Deco building. The Central Market has over 300 shops selling everything Malaysian, from the old style batik prints and weaves to more modern contemporary art. The area also hosts small theatre outlets and weekly cultural events celebrating the diverse population of Malaysia.

Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia

Celebrating the national religion of Malaysia, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia. Showcasing beautiful artefacts and examples of Muslim patterns in print, handicraft and architecture, this museum is a must-visit to learn about beautiful Islamic arts in Asia. Drawing works from India, China, the ancient Ottoman Empire and Old Malaya, the quiet museum will educate you on one of the world’s largest religions and its effect on Malaysian art and architecture.

Muzium Negara

The National Museum is the best place to learn about the whole of Malaysia. From the Neolithic era to World War 2, educate yourself on how this part of the world came to be as it is now, and grew from its ancient kingdoms.

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is located in KL Sentral within one of the most prestigious and scenic neighbourhoods in the city. Its classic contemporary interiors combine modern day glamour with old-world elegance. There are 208 gracefully-appointed rooms and suites in addition to the Iridium Spa and six distinct dining venues.