The Petronas Twin Towers: an exceptional architectural marvel
The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are an outstanding architectural marvel and stand out as the world’s tallest twin building. At the time of its inauguration, it was the tallest building in the world with 88-story towers and unique Islamic art that gave it a distinctive local style. Elegantly located in the modern city of Kuala Lumpur, the towers are considered an iconic landmark symbolizing Malaysia’s great transformation.
The design of the towers was based on a mixture of art, science and nature. This is reflected in the inclusion of the Science Discovery Center, Symphonic Concert Hall and the Suria KLCC Mall. The Dewan Filharmonik Petronas is located on the podium of the towers and is recognized as one of the best-sounding acoustic concert halls in the world. Home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, the hall is famous for its classical music performances. Petrosains, the Petroleum Discovery Center is a modern science center with hands-on sessions and elaborate exhibits that create a fun-filled experience. Considered by Malaysians to be the most modern mall, the Suria KLCC is a massive establishment with six levels of retail stores and this crescent-shaped mall is also home to 270 specialty stores, cinemas, and restaurants.
The sky bridge built between the 41st and 42nd floors of the towers is a unique feature at the Petronas Twin Towers. The bridge is 170 m above the ground, which is why it is classified as the highest double-decker bridge in the world. Outside the Towers is the KLCC Park which contains a lighted fountain, jogging paths, wading pools and a playground.
Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, the city’s main business and shopping district, Bintang promenade and the modern Pavilion Complex are other attractions to explore, many of them located in the vicinity of Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur, which is a Kuala Lumpur’s leading luxury hotel. With an incredible range of facilities and gracious hospitality, many Kuala Lumpur hotels are located close to many attractions, including the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, the National Planetarium, the AP Art Gallery, the Gallery on Star Hill, the National, Merdeka Square and the Islamic Center of Malaysia.