KLCC Park, Kuala Lumpur (must see)

KLCC Park sits directly beside the Petronas Twin Towers and was designed to introduce a natural counterbalance to the surrounding high-rise landscape. Opened in 1998 as part of the KLCC development, the park was conceived by Brazilian landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx. Its design blends structured pathways, water features, and dense planting, creating a space that feels both open and carefully composed.

From the Suria KLCC side, facing south toward the park, begin walking forward along the main promenade. Keep the open lawns to your right and the denser planting to your left as you move toward Symphony Lake, which lies slightly to the south-east. As you approach the water, follow the curved path to the left, bringing you closer to the lake’s edge and aligning your view toward the fountain.

Continue toward the elevated pedestrian bridge that crosses part of the lake from west to east. Step onto the bridge and pause midway, then turn back north for a clear, unobstructed view of the full height of the towers. After crossing, follow the path as it curves south and then west around the lake. On your right, the water remains in view, while to your left, the landscaping becomes denser. Along the eastern edge, slightly set back from the path, the As-Syakirin Mosque adds a quieter architectural presence within the greenery.

As you continue, follow the path turning north-west toward the recreational zones. Near the south-west section of the park, you will reach the children’s pool area, where the Whale Sculpture by Eng Tay is positioned nearby. From here, continue north, keeping the playground to your left and the lake behind you to the south-east. The paths gradually lead back toward the northern edge near Suria KLCC, completing a loop through the park. Throughout the walk, the mix of preserved mature trees and newly planted species creates a layered landscape that supports birdlife and maintains a calm, consistent atmosphere.