Traffic & Roads, Kuala Lumpur

by makiro
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At times the traffic seems to
come all ways

If you are not used to it, you can have a hard time crossing the street. At times it seemed like motorcycles are coming towards you from all directions. I think people do get used to it...locals seemed to not miss a beat in crossing the road...working out a rhythm to walk towards the ongoing traffic without a fear they would get run over. I, of course, hesitated, and ended up in the middle of the road. It seems the pedestrian signals takes forever to come on, and when it does, you are immediately running to get across in time. Pay attention please.


	Traffic & Roads: Walking on Streets	Tip Rating:

By Audrey118

on July 21, 2003

When walking on any road, make sure you walk facing the traffic so that you can see the oncoming people or bikes, motors etc. At least you can anticipate what is coming. Also make sure you walk along pavement rather than along the street and have your handbag on the inner side of the road to avoid snatch thieves. Avoid walking on dark alleys, quiet lanes etc


	Traffic & Roads: This road is INSANE!!	Tip Rating:

By Mez77

on August 29, 2003

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The road to KL from east coast

I'm not sure whether it's because I'm used to the relative safety of Australian roads, but the road between Kuala Lumpur and the east coast was extremely dangerous. There are plenty of trucks traversing this road, many of them precariously loaded logging trucks. I think the rules are that you give way to any vehicle that is larger than you, becuase we saw plenty of smaller vehicles run off the road by impatient truckers who feel the need to overtake everyone, often into oncoming traffic. There are also cows and wild monkeys to negotiate!


	Traffic & Roads: When Shopping on Weekends..	Tip Rating:

By ishi01

on November 20, 2003

Start early in the morning - 10 am sounds about right, if you dont want to be stuck in the traffic congestion or waiting for a cab. AT worst 2 hours before lunch..thats about 11am... getting into popular shopping center during lunch hours is sheer night mare.


	Traffic & Roads: I never experienced any danger...	Tip Rating:

By shellseeker

on September 13, 2002

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I never experienced any danger (except the murderous traffic!!!) in KL! Don't worry! And visit the Malaysian Butterfly World in Jalan Cenderasari (within 5 min from the Bird Park). This fanatstic tropical valley is worth a visit indeed. Don't come to late during the day or most of the butterflies are alseep. The valley is covered with a huge net and in the valley there are rivers, waterfalls and many different plants. Open daily from 9-17h. Entrance fee is 5 RM (camera 1 Rm extra)!


	Traffic & Roads: Traffic	Tip Rating:

Updated By cjg1

on March 2, 2008

Traffic can get pretty crazy. Add to that a cabbie who doesnt listen and well one might say we "needed" that forthcoming drink. It can take up to 10 to 15 minutes to go down a single block on a Saturday night near the KLCC.


	Traffic & Roads: Use the Overhead Pedestrian Bridge	Tip Rating:

By chiabh

on January 6, 2006

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a pedestrian bridge...

Jay walking is an offence in Malaysia... so use the pedestrian bridge when you wish to cross the road... although you can be fined (on the spot) of MYR200 if you are caught crossing the road within 100m of a pedestrian bridge, it is seldom enforced... but for your own safety please do use the pedestrian bridge... for Malaysian drivers are mainly ex-F1 drivers... so beware...


	Traffic & Roads: Getting around	Tip Rating:

By Jungmin

on March 28, 2004

Cabs are extremely convenient but DO NOT take a cab alone unless you are obligated to. After nightfall it is probably a better bet to just stay where you are rather than to take a cab alone. BEWARE of motorcycles - there has been lots of cases of bag snatchers. They are very unruly and can cause accidents. Women - be careful! Plus a lot of the Malays hoot at women in tank tops/short, minis so you'll have to just take it when they whistle. You may call a cab for an extra ringgit - if you want cab numbers contact me.


	Traffic & Roads: Trafiic Jams In City Centre...	Tip Rating:

By coceng

on November 6, 2003

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Trafiic jams in city
centre...in KL

The trafiic jams also occur in the city areas ! It always seems that Malaysian government is doing the best to prevent this from happening but still, there are trafiic jams ! Now the photos shows trafiic jams in city centre, taken near Puduraya Bus Station...


	Traffic & Roads: Double Parking and All the Traffic Sins	Tip Rating:

Updated By ishi01

on November 14, 2003

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Double Parking

KL-ites loves their car...and they love to drive around in it to everywhere - even if the destination is just about 10 minutes walk away. This of course contributes to the traffic snarl everywhere. That and double parking. The cityhall must make a fortune from fines. Parking is problem at many popular spots like Bangsar.