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Chinatown - Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Ranked #38 of 104 attractions in Kuala Lumpur
Type: Neighbourhoods, Flea/ Street Markets
Activities: Shopping
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Description: Sample mouthwatering dumplings, then revel in the shopping fervor and bag a bargain at the lively Petaling Street Market.
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Queensland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

The Chinatown Market is the place where you can buy anything - most is not genuine, from brand name watches to brand name shoes, clothing, etc., including movie DVD's & so on. It is fun to bargain with the stall holders and hope that you are getting a good deal. The night markets there are also very interesting and busy... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

The hustle and bustle of Chinatown KL is wonderful. I loved it so much here. Get ready to haggle and have a laugh with stall owners on Petaling Street. They are all trying to grab you in and sell you something whether you want it or not! Some people might find this annoying but I really enjoy that type of... More

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britishinspain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

This is the place for any of the above ! Be prepared to haggle hard as prices start off ridiculous, walk away and they will chase you and accept the price ! Very cramped and crowded conditions and the food stalls look scary!!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Interesting and retaining some of the characteristics I remember from almost 20 years ago. The pity is the sameness of many products and the very blatant emphasis of concentrating on the tourists.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Chinatown is awesome here, the best part is Petaling street. Something kept drawing me back to Petaling street, I thought it was one of the best parts of Kuala Lumpur and a defo must see. The street(s) are lined with counterfeit merchandise of all the big brands, I've have since heard it's the best place/one of a kind to get... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Good place for bargains of fake (branded) T shirts, watches and other souviners. Also good place for street food if you enjoy Non Halal Chinese food.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

welll... its extremely famous... lots of goods on displayed... but too many tourist... gave me the headache whenever i go pass it.. but i love going to that place coz its very convenient for me to purchase fresh flowers and knick knacks just outside the place....

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Surabaya, Indonesia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

You'll find anykind of souvenir with cheap price. However, You need to bargain. It's on petaling street near central market which is like chinatown but in a building.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

If you're a tourist then stop by to get some souvenirs and just walk around. definitely a place to bargain. Its very average compared to the markets in Bangkok and Vietnam.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Below Expectations , not so big i thought , But it worth visit .. you still can purchase textiles , food & gifts :)

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