Full name: Kuala Lumpur (more commonly known as K.L)Area: 243.65 km² / 95.18 sq mi
Population: Estimated 1.8 million
National Language: Malay Language (Bahasa Melayu)
Other Spoken Languages: English, Chinese, Tamil
Ethnic Groups: Malay 50.4%, Chinese 23.7%, Indigenous 11%, Indian 7.1%, Others 7.8% (2004 est.)
Religions: Muslim, Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh
Currency: Ringgit Malaysia (RM)
National Anthem: Negaraku
Country code + Area code: +603
Time difference: GMT + 8 (day light savings do not apply)
Weather: tropical; annual southwest (April to October) and northeast (October to February) monsoons
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz, standard two or three pin British-style plugs
Emergency number: 999 (medical, police and fire)
Places Of Interest: Petronas Twin Towers, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, Menara K.L, Lake Gardens, Dataran Merdeka, National Mosque, National Museum, National Monument, Chinatown, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, National Theatre.
Festivals: Hari Raya, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Wesak, Federal Territory Day, etc.
Districts: Ampang, Bangsar, Damansara Heights , Cheras, Segambut, Sri Hartamas, etc.
Transportation: Light Rail Transit (LRT), K.L Monorail, Rapid K.L (Bus), KTM Commuter Trains, Taxis
