Established in 1888 Pasar Senai is one of the oldest markets in Kuala Lumpur. The heritage building is home to a number of shops representing diverse culture and crafts of Malaysia. Pasar Senai is a great place to shop Batik, souvenirs, handicrafts, artwork and many local products manufactured in Malaysia. This market is a must visit location for cultural lovers. My favorite Nyonya Restaurant, Precious Old China is located on the first floor of this building and serves original Nyonya or Peranakan sytle dishes. Kasturi Walk and Petaling Street are located right next to the central Market. Annexe market is a terrific place for contemporary art.
Central Market is a center of cultural events and different vendor display wares and products based on various important cultural events such as deepvali for Hindus, Hari Raya Festivals for Muslims and merchandise for Chinese new Years Festivals
What to buy at the Central Market
Central Market is a great place to buy cultural artifacts, local clothing including batik, tribal crafts from boreno, collectibles and antiques, gifts, toys for children and products that are unique to Malaysia. The ARCH collection and Royal Selangor are two brands that uniquely identify Malaysian cultural heritage.
How to get to Central Market
Use either GO KL Bus for an easy access to Central Market. Alternatively, Pasar Seni LRT Station is walking distance from the Markets.
Exploring the local crafts at the Central Market in Kuala Lumpur
Petaling Street
Chintown of Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Street is great location for budget styes, mid-range shopping and cheap food outlets.
Most backpackers prefer to find accommodation near Petaling Street to enjoy easy access to many intresting places including Masjid India Area and Merdeka Square.
Exploring the local crafts at the Central Market in Kuala Lumpur
The Old Historic Walk starts from at Tourism Bureau and pass through some prominent landmarks including Old Market Square, Chinatown, Merdeka Square and Eco Park.
To enjoy city area of Kuala Lumpur book a hotel near Petaling Street.
Visit to this restaurant is like going back in time. The decor, flavours and setting is set for any other era.
Nyonya Appetizers
Top Hats or Kiuh Pi Tee is hallow shells filled with fresh mix of ingredients to whet your appetite
Devils Curry
A great choice for chicken curry lovers with a good mix of vinegars and original flavors of Malay ingredients. This dish was made popular by Portuguese who occupied Melaka in 1511
Okra with Belacan Sauce
Belacan sauce is dried shrimp sauce that gives amazing flavors to Nyonya recipes. If you an okra lover, you must try this dish in Nyonya Restaurant.
Durian Dessert
3 Verities of Durian whipped with fresh cream to make a perfect desert.
Rice with dyed colour
A blue colour dye from flowers in East Coast Malaysia are used to colour the rice.
Eating Out in Kuala Lumpur City
One of my favorite Nyonya Restaurants, Precious Old China is located on the first floor or the Central Market. The restaurants served Authentic Perankan Cuisine in its true flavors. Try blue dyed rice with vegetable cooked with Belacan Sauce .......
