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Kuala Lumpur began life in 1857. It was then that a member of Selangor’s royal family, Raja Abdullah, decided to open up an area in the Klang Valley for tin prospectors. Miners from China soon arrived as miners, they thrived, attracting merchants and businesses. The commercial area of tin trading was located in the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers and it was here that Kuala Lumpur was established.
ala Lumpur and its adjoining areas are called the ‘Klang Valley’. Its name literally means ‘muddy capital’ in Malay, because of its establishment in the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers. It was previously part of Selangor until 1971, when it separated to form Malaysia’s capital under the Federal Government. 
  
Tin Industry
During this time, which was the Brinish colonial period, the tin miners were often embroiled in gang warfare, disrupting the peace and stability of the tin trade. The British authorities decided to appoint a Chinese captain, called ‘Kaptian’ to administer the area and ensure its order. After two Kapitans had finished their appointed period of duties, Yah Ah Loy stepped up to take the mantle. It was this third Kapitan that really changed and prospered Kuala Lumpur. Under his leadership, Kuala Lumpur transformed from a sleepy town into a prominent commercial hub in Selangor.    
  
The City Today
 
In 1957, Malaysia gained independence from the British and it was announced and declared in Kuala Lumpur, making it a historically-significant city. Finally in 1974, Kuala Lumpur was formally removed from the jurisdiction of Selangor state and made into a Federal Territory, as Malaysia’s booming economic capital. Over time, Kuala Lumpur has progressed into becoming one of Southeast Asia’s most prominent, modern and sophisticated cities, attracting visitors from the across the world.
 

Kuala Lumpur has seen much development over the past few years and many foreign investors and multi-national corporations have chosen to touch base here. With the presence of international offices comes technological advances, and thus a city is born. Such advances contribute to the development of Kuala Lumpur and eventually the rest of the country follows suit. So if you’re worried about getting a cell phone signal or if you’re someone who can’t live without having to check your emails every hour, you need not fret. Many expatriates have relocated to Kuala Lumpur and because of the hospitality, development and the culture, a number of them eventually call Malaysia home.

Kuala Lumpur has also gained a spot on the map with the presence of the infamous Petronas Twin Towers . This building needs no introduction and is probably Kuala Lumpur ’s most visited location. Some of the other major attractions include K.L Tower , “Chinatown” Petaling Street , Bintang Walk, Istana Budaya, Taman Tasik Perdana, Batu Caves and Central Market. With all the shopping and entertainment options, you’ll find yourself wishing you had more time to fully explore Kuala Lumpur and all it has to offer.
 
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