With this past Thursday being Chinese New Year and Sunday being Jared's birthday, we decided it was a great idea to get away from Jakarta for a few days.
Kuala Lumpur was the perfect destination for what we needed and wanted to do. No traffic, sidewalks to push the stroller down, parks, good food and of course culture.
We began our holiday with a visit to Chinatown. We were expecting bustling parades veering through the streets with many onlookers on the sidelines. Instead we were led through crowded streets with vendors selling knock-off purses, watches and the worst replica of Tiffany bracelets I have ever seen. Not what we expected, but nonetheless, an experience.
The following day was spent at a beautiful butterfly park which was like a scene out of the Enchanted Garden. Hundreds of butterfly species whisked around, sometimes even landing on us, all the while the sound of water fountains trickled in the background. Following the butterfly park, we visited the largest outdoor bird aviary in the world. A bit louder, but still amazing to see that many birds, most of which were freely flying around your head! Jared especially fell in love with a little parakeet that took a liking to his forehead sweat.
One of the highlights of KL, was a short 15km drive outside the city to a Hindu shrine called Batu Caves. After climbing the 272 steps to the top (yes, Maya too, although she had some help), we entered these breathtaking limestone caves where Hindi worshipers have been coming to pray for over 100 years.
Last but certainly not least, we got up close and personal with the Petronas towers which are still the tallest twin towers in the world. Maya however had more fun running around the water fountains and away from Daddy.
All in all, a great 4 days away in a great city.
