Central Market

Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Central Market in K.L. started life as a wet market in 1888. It’s now a one-stop shopping destination for Malaysian handicrafts and souvenirs. It also holds cultural and arts events at the outdoor stage in front, as well as art exhibitions at the Annexe Gallery in the back. There are several restaurants and food stalls inside, so you can shop for hours and not worry when the hunger pangs strike.

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One Stop for Souvenirs and More

Central Market in K.L. started life as a wet market in 1888. It’s now a one-stop shopping destination for Malaysian handicrafts and souvenirs. It also holds cultural and arts events at the outdoor stage in front, as well as art exhibitions at the Annexe Gallery in the back. There are several restaurants and food stalls inside, so you can shop for hours and not worry when the hunger pangs strike.

Brilliant Batik and Tacky T-shirts

If you’re in KL and you need to buy something to take home, go to Central Market. You can find beautiful hand-made products like batik kaftans and wood carvings. At the same time, you can also find tacky souvenirs like t-shirts and fridge magnets. Take your pick.

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