Bukit Nanas / Pineapple Hill
Bukit Nanas was originally gazetted as the 17.5 hectares Bucket Weld Forest Reserve in 1906. Its size would shrink rapidly over the years. Only 10.5 hectares of the forest reserve classified as a Wildlife Reserve in 1934 and as a Bird Sanctuary in 1950, with a section of about 5 hectares dedicated as Virgin Jungle Reserve. Today the reserve has shrunk to 9.3 hectares with a large part of it now taken up by Menara Kuala Lumpur.
During the early years of Kuala Lumpur’s formation, there were pitched battles between rival clans and warlords, and the forested hill was the site of a fort (nothing remains of it today) in the 19th century. According to historical accounts, 'nanas' (Malay for 'pineapples') were planted all around the fort to deter attackers, hence the name Bukit Nanas or Pineapple Hill today.
Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park
Nearby, on your left, you will find an entry point leading into KL Forest Eco Park, which authorities happily refer to as "the last remaining tropical rainforest in the heart of Kuala Lumpur". A suspended walkway might provide a welcome change of pace when visiting with children. Access is fee is a whopping RM40 (8 Euro, 9 USD) per person, but entry is only recommended by this CO when it's for absolutely free. Thankfully, no fee required to pick up this cache!
Kuala Lumpur Eco Park - Elevated walkway
Menara Kuala Lumpur
Not to be missed is Menara Kuala Lumpur, or Kuala Lumpur Tower. Completed in 1995 and opened in 1996, it is used for communication purposes and features an antenna that reaches 421 metres (1,381 feet). It is currently the 7th largest freestanding tower in the world, and the tallest in South East Asia.
The observation deck is the first deck of the tower (level TH1), it is located 276 metres (905 feet) above ground, and offers visitors a 360-degree view of the city. Above the observation deck, the tower features a revolving restaurant (level TH2), which also provides a 360-degree view, but in a slightly more comfortable setting. Early 2016 the Sky Deck (level TH5) has opened up to the public. The open observation deck also includes a so-called Sky Box, which allows you the thrill of standing in an overhanging glass box on a dazzling height of 300 metres (984 feet). Entry fees apply. For more information on Menara Kuala Lumpur visit www.menarakl.com.my
Menara Kuala Lumpur / Kuala Lumpur Tower.