A real work of modern art, skyscrapers in the Islamic style, the tallest twin towers in the world, the symbol of Malaysia. All this is about the towers of Petronas, which are in the capital of the country - Kuala Lumpur.
Construction of skyscrapers was completed in 1998 .Petronas towers 452 meters high have 88 floors, where various offices, conference halls are located, but tourists will most of all be of course in an art gallery or a concert hall .The art gallery presents both classical and contemporary art, there are exposition of traditional for Malaysia costumes and crafts .The emphasis is on the creativity of local artists, but there are works of international masters .In the concert hall of Petronas towers, called Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, plays the Malaysian Symphony Orchestra .
| View of Petronas towers and evening Kuala Lumpur |
| Petronas Towers |
| Petronas Tower |
Petronas towers impress with their magnificent views. Performed in the form of two ears of corn, they at the same time correspond to all the canons of Islamic architecture: each building represents an eight-pointed star - a symbol of integrity in Islam. Connects both towers to a glass bridge called the Sky Bridge. The bridge is located at an altitude of 170 meters, it is 41-42 floors. There is an observation deck here, the view opening from it is truly breathtaking.
Petronas towers are considered to be the tallest twins in the world, but for this the architects had to work hard. Originally the highest towers were in Chicago, and the architects Petronas decided to increase the height of the towers with the help of spiers, which were made as a whole with the entire structure. The Americans were forced to give the palm to the primacy of Malaysia. Among all the skyscrapers in the world, the Petronas towers are ranked fourth, behind Burj Khalifa in Dubai, Taipei 101 and Shanghai World Financial Center.
Interesting facts
Petronas towers are not only popular with tourists, but also with the creators of computer games.
Did not stay away and the cinema. Dubrovsh Anastasia Zavorotnyuk in the film "Code of the Apocalypse" makes a jump from the observation bridge, which is located between the two towers Petronas. Double towers were also shown in the documentary "Life After People."
Visiting features
According to approximate calculations, over 300 people visit the Petronas tower day. This architectural miracle, unfortunately, can not accommodate all comers, so tickets should be purchased in advance - best of all the day before, because otherwise there may be such a situation that you'll just queue in the queue for half a day.
The staff, serving tourists, is very friendly, friendly, but at the same time unobtrusive. If you really need help, be sure - the employee of this tourist center will instantly come to your aid.
Petronas towers work all days, except Monday, from 9 am to 9 pm. Please note that there is a break on Friday from 13:00 to 14:30. Cashier towers open at 8:30.
A slightly different schedule for the art gallery, located on the third floor in Suria KLCC. The Art Gallery is waiting for its visitors on any day, except Monday, of course, from 10 am to 8 pm.
How to get
From Kuala Lumpur Airport, there is a regular bus service to KL Sentral. Here you can take the metro and get to the KLCC station.
If you also want to see the city itself, it's better to take the monorail. You need to quit at Bukit Nanas station.
Address: Kuala Lumpur City Center.
| Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur |
| Petronas Towers |
| Night illumination of Petronas towers |