Malaysia is a country of diverse ethnicity, race, religion, culture and practices. Due to its many colours and cultural diversity, it has become one of the world's popular attractions. The Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur is the country's national capital and the largest city in Malaysia with a population of 1.73 million inhabitants. Kuala Lumpur is located in the state of Selangor in the central west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and it is the centre of cultural, financial and economic development. It is also home to the world's tallest twin towers, the Petronas Twin Towers, which has become a symbol and identity of the country. The primary religion practised in Malaysia is Islam, but other religions are also allowed to be practised. Malays are the dominant race followed by the Chinese and the Indians, each practising either Buddhism, Hinduism or Christianity. Recently, Kuala Lumpur was announced as the New 7 Wonders Cities for its fast development in economy and rapid growth of its infrastructures and was named as the World Book Capital 2020 by UNESCO.

Best Time to Fly from Caticlan – Boracay to Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia experiences a tropical rainforest climate where temperature all-year-round has a constant average of 28 to 35 degrees Celsius. It has only two seasons which are the dry and wet season, very much alike in the Philippines. During the monsoon season, rainfall can be heavy while in the hotter months, the humidity will reach high levels. The monsoon season usually occurs in late October to early February while the hot season occurs in the remaining months. The hottest temperature ever recorded in Malaysia was 40 degrees Celsius and this occurred during the heatwave phenomenon in 2016. Flood is a frequent occurrence in Kuala Lumpur, especially after heavy rainfall as the city's drainage system could not properly handle the overflowing water. In the months where Sumatra's forest is on fire, Kuala Lumpur and many other parts in Malaysia will sometimes experience haze. It is best to visit Malaysia during the hot season from April to August to avoid being caught in unexpected downpours.

Main Airports in Caticlan – Boracay and Kuala Lumpur

Godofredo P. Ramos Airport – This international airport is also known as the Caticlan airport which is located in Boracay, serving the region and acts as one of the two gateways of international air transportation to both locals and tourists going in and out of Boracay. The airport is the seventh busiest airport in the Philippines in terms of passenger traffic.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) – The airport is located in the district of Sepang and acts as the central gateway to Malaysia, this airport is the country's main international airport. Locals from other states in Malaysia wanting to travel direct flights to various routes also go through this airport. Aside from Penang International Airport that is located in the northern regions of Malaysia, KLIA is also an international flight hub, providing hundreds of international and domestic direct flights to passengers. This airport is operated by Malaysian Airport Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and is the main hub for Malaysia Airlines, MASKargo, AirAsia, AirAsia X and Malindo Air.

Climate Pattern in Caticlan – Boracay and Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, like the rest parts of Malaysia, experiences tropical rainforest climate where there are only two distinct seasons; wet and dry. The wet season typically starts in October where heavy downpours will occur along with occasional thunderstorms that will last until February or March. Other months, Malaysia will experience the hot season where the humidity level is high, clear skies and scorching sun. However, you will find that even during the hot season, the amount of clouds in the sky is abundant due to the high humidity. So you can expect some cloudy days too.

Highlights Attractions in Kuala Lumpur

• Bukit Bintang – This spot is located right in the very heart of the metropolitan where it is buzzing with all kinds of activities. Known to be the spot for shopping, Bukit Bintang is lined with Asia's top-notch shopping malls such as the Pavilion, Berjaya Times Square, Avenue K and many more. It is also the spot where you can expect the best bars and diners and also some famous street food. When visiting Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang is compulsory for you to check out. To delve into some cultural diversity, visit the Central Market or also known as the Pasar Seni where you can check out many of Malaysia’s traditional handiwork and handicrafts. The most famous would be the batik prints and weaves where the pattern is known only to be Malaysian identity.
• Merdeka Square – Also known as Dataran Merdeka, this large open space is known to be the spot where Malaya announced its independence from the British colonialism in 1957. It is also the spot where Malaya's first flag was raised and the British's flag was put down. This historical spot marked Malaysia's independence on the 31^st of August 1957, and it is still celebrated every year in this very spot. Here, you can enjoy the backdrop of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building with its stunning neo-Mughal architecture.