Malaysia is often overshadowed by its neighbor Singapore in the international news, but Malaysia has seen a lot of growth and modern construction in the recent decades too. In fact, Kuala Lumpur is home to the former world’s tallest buildings, the Petronas Towers, and is in the process of completing the world’s second tallest building, the Merdeka 118. Looking at the history of the world’s tallest buildings over time, the Petronas Towers brought the title to Asia for the first time in modern times, where it has remained ever since (and looks unlikely to leave). On the other hand, the Chinese condo construction boom has had some influence in Malaysia, where there is an oversupply of apartments, often in modern buildings with amenities that include an in-building pool and gym.
Travel thought: What were some of the early indicators that Dubai and Singapore were on the rise decades ago? Do any other countries have similar indicators today?
The Petronas Towers, tallest buildings in the world in 1998 and still the tallest twin towers today
The Petronas Towers at night
If the word Petronas sounds familiar, this may be where you’ve seen it before
It’s hard to forget about the Chinese New Year when there are decorations everywhere
The decorations are all themed for the year of the rabbit
You know you’re in Asia when… the elevator is missing floors with the number 4
Tea time anyone?
Marvellous idea, old sport
Greenery in every direction
Not a bad way to end the day
Living the hard life
