Butterfly Park
The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is located next to the Bird Park. It is home to 6,000 butterflies of over 120 Species. The park's environment is designed to resemble the natural habitat of the butterflies. More than 15,000 plants from 100 species have been used to recreate a Malaysian rainforest atmosphere. There is a nursery and breeding area for the butterflies.

Deer Park
The Deer Park is located close to the Lake Gardens. The park has been created to provide a natural habitat for deer which include hinds, does and fawns. Visitors to the park will be able to watch these graceful creatures from a close distance and even feed them by hand. The mousedeer, which is the smallest hoofed animal in the world, can also be spotted near the streams that run along the park.

Taman Tasik Titiwangsa
Taman Tasik Titiwangsa, another green lung, is located in the northeastern fringe of the city. It is a placid lakeside garden and has facilities for jogging, workout stations and a restaurant by the lake. There are also facilities for canoeing and aqua biking.

National Monument
This striking bronze monument, located at Lake Gardens, was constructed in 1966. It was designed by Felix de Weldon, the same architect who created the Iwo Jima Memorial Monument in Washington. The 15.54 meter high monument is a memorial to honor the members of the Malaysian Security Forces who died in action during the Emergency- a twelve struggle against communist insurgency that ended in 1960.

Tun Abdul Razak Memorial
Further down the road from the Deer Park is the Tun Abdul Razak Memorial, once the official residence of Malaysia's second Prime Minister, the late Tun Abdul Razak bin Dato' Hussein, who was popularly known as "The Father of Development". The memorial houses a vast collection of his personal and official memorabilia, gathered during his tenure as Prime Minister from 1970-1976.

Parliament House
Standing on elevated ground, commanding a panoramic view of the Lake Gardens is Parliament House. This 18-story building has a library, a banquet hall as well as dining and committee rooms. The various sections of the building are interspersed with indoor gardens and pools. Visitors who wish to visit Parliament House can make prior arrangements with the relevant authorities.

National Science Center
The national Science Center is located atop a hill in Bukit Kiara on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur. The building is designed in the shape of cone with its top removed and the whole structure is covered with a huge geodesic dome. It is equipped with an Intelligent Building Automation System and its exhibition gallery occupies two floors with a total area of 6,717.6 sq. meters, a multimedia library, lecture theater, multi-purpose hall and cafeteria.

Bank Negara Money Museum
Located in the Bank Negara building at Jalan Dato' Onn, the Money Museum has an interesting display of old Malaysian currency, commemorative coins, rare coins and foreign currencies.

The National Museum
The National Museum is located at the fringe of Taman Tasik Perdana along Jalan Travers, close to the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. Designed to resemble a Malay palace, its impressive façade of two large murals each depicting scenes of Malaysian history and crafts, reflects the colorful heritage of the country. The museum houses several galleries containing an impressive collection of artifacts on local history, culture and customs, arts and handicraft, economic activities, flora and fauna, weapons and currencies. Outdoor static displays include old locomotive, vintage cars and replicas of ancient Malay palaces.

Armed Forces Museum
The museum is located on the grounds of the Ministry of Defense at Jalan Padang Tembak. Here, the visitor will be able to catch a glimpse of Malaysia's military exhibits such as historical pictures, uniforms and decorations of the Malaysian armed forces, the Malaysian armory, naval guns, artillery, old canons, military aircraft and vehicles.

National Art Gallery
The gallery is located at Jalan Temerloh, off Jalan Tun Razak. The displays include works of local and international artists, sculptures and designs.

Kuala Lumpur Memorial Library
A magnificent double-story colonial style building, it serves both as a public library and resource center. It provides reference materials and information on the history of Kuala Lumpur.

The National Theater
Permanent home of the National Theater Company and the National Symphony Orchestra, the National Theater is responsible for the development of all forms of theatrical art in Malaysia.

Designed as a functional building which not only reflects the beauty of form, the National Theater is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment while still retaining the national heritage and traditional Malay design. Drama, dance and musical performances are held regularly.         

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