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A must for any tourist. PETALING STREET - The heart of Kuala Lumpur's original CHINATOWN and a bustling night market serving as a bargain hunter's paradise and one of the premier shopping areas in the city with its distinctly oriental atmosphere. Petaling Street maintains much of its traditional atmosphere, particularly at night when vendors spread their wares out on the street. While it is possible to purchase anything from gems and incense to toys and t-shirts here, enjoying the night market is really a matter of just wandering about and enjoying its sights, sounds, and energy. Incredible bargains amidst a melange of signs, shops, noise and roadside food stalls open until the wee hours of the morning.
My Visit:
We were at Petaling street for a night market at around 7pm and surprisingly for me, the sun is still up. We were able to buy lots of Malaysian delicacies to take back home, and some souvenir items as well. I suggest you master the "art of haggling" when visiting to Chinatown since a lot of vendors tend to double even triple their price so beware. Be cautious with your belongings too since the street tends to get crowded and snatchers might just be around. Leave a Comment Address: Jalan Petaling Chinatown
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Everyone talks about Chinatown and so why shouldn't you go there too ?
Lots of things to look at, even if you don't want to buy anything ! But who could resist the bargains ?
Nice Rolex for USD 10 ? Imagine ! But of course, fakes, so don't expect too much. And don't be upset if it fails to move after a month or so, you don't really lose much, but gain much entertainment and amusement. On the other hand, those "fakes" might perform as well as the original !
Be prepared ........... Leave a Comment
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Wohooo a place to visit to find all the branded (but not aoriginal) goods. it;s such an exprience watching some of the locals bargaining... gosh u need to have that skills to be shopping here... and u'll be amaze at the prices they'll offer ya...
Dominated by Chinese old-timers and some say retired gang-leaders, Petaling Street offers an interesting contrast to the hustle and bustle of the modern KL life. You not only can get cheap goods, you can also savour some good food.
Look out for Chinese medicinal shops that sell ginseng and all sort of traditional remedies for all sorts of ailments. Chinese tea-houses are also nice to rest in. If you're at Petaling Street at night, it's best to exercise caution over your valuables Leave a Comment Address: Petaling StreetDirections: 5 minutes walk from ther Central Market Putra LRT stop and also just 5 mins walk from Central Market (on the other side of the road)...
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Malaysia's Chinese population, immigrated to Malaysia as early as the 15th century, but largely in the 19th and early 20th century, capitalizing on the spice trade of the Melakan Straits as well as running Malaysia's tin mines - once the country's main source of income. The Chinese immigrants were hardworking, and today, Malaysia's Chinese are at the center of much of the country's commercial activity.
Here, you can witness this commerce first hand. Indeed, along Petaling Street, the heart of Chinatown, you will see just about anything and everything being sold. Values can be had, as bargaining is most definitely the order of the day. Along Petaling Street, one word may come in particularly handy: "setengah," which means "half." Locals will often yell out "setengah!" as soon as they hear the first price a vendor offers. It is a practice worth to imitation. Leave a Comment Address: Petaling Street
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The Chinatown in KL is like a flea market street like Bugis Village in Singapore. The stall vendors are selling almost the same things from handbags to t-shirts and watches.
This is where you could use your bargaining skills to get the best price for all your purchases.
There are lots of imitations of designer brands and at very cheap price.
There is a particular street where is the food/restaurant street. You wont be hungry if you are in Chinatown. Lots of food to eat. Leave a Comment Address: Petaling Street
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Try this popular ice cold dessert beverage at the stand on Petaling Street. The name in malay means Cat Eye Drink. There are five primary ingredients, which are Buddha's fruit, dried longan, winter melon, brown sugar and water. Address: Petaling StreetDirections: Chinatown
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The original Chinatown of KL was established during the British colonial days in the Petaling Street area as a settlement site for the Chinese community in KL. For years the area maintains much of its traditional atmosphere, with a Bhudist temple and shops selling incense, gems, traditional medicines as well as famous Chinese eateries.
Early in the afternoon till late evening vendors will spread their wares on the street with more items to sell. The place is especially notorious for imitation goods on sale here - from designer stuffs to illegal VCDs/DVDs.
Recently, the area has been upgraded with canopy roof covering the streets. Nevertheless, the area still maintains its charm and still pulling in the crowd for bargain hunting, especially for imitation goods.
Even if shoping or dining is not the main purpose of going there, wandering around in Chinatown still an enjoyable experience with its spectacular sights and sounds. Leave a Comment
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Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur is very interesting, exciting...lively with lots of vendors. In the market area, the hawkers will try to get you to buy just about anything, legal or otherwise. I was able to find several vegetarian choices here which i wil right about soon. When Im looking for a particular place I always ask the cab drivers :)
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Well, this is what it looks like, the NEW Chinatown in KL. They've stopped the traffic from going through, paved up the street, gave it a erm. nice long modern canopy and more stalls there.
A must for every traveller.
Leave a Comment Address: Jalan Petaling, KL
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This is another must for first-time visitor to Kuala Lumpur. Petaling Street is in the heart of the Chinatown of downtown Kuala Lumpur.
The history of Kuala Lumpur began when Chinese immigrant miners came to open the tin industry of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur started as a riverine town of attap houses and the founder was a Hakka Chinese named Captain Yap Ah Loy.
Petaling Street has been a famous night market street and now converted with high roof into a pedestrian shopping street. Great place to find bargains, eat and watch local shoppers and tourists mingling.
As bargaining is expected, do not rush in buying but negotiate for best price. Open from morning till night. Walking distance from Pudu Bus Station and Light Rail Train (LRT) station of Pasar Seni (Central Market).
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