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{{Short description|Park in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia}}
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| photo_caption = View of the park from Traders Hotel
| photo_caption = View of the park from Traders Hotel
| type = public park
| type = public park
| location = [[Kuala Lumpur]], [[Malaysia]]
| location = [[Kuala Lumpur City Centre]], [[Kuala Lumpur]], [[Malaysia]]
| coords = {{Coord|3.155647|101.714997}}
| coords = {{Coord|3.155647|101.714997}}
| area = 20 hectares
| area = 50 acre
| created = 1998
| created = Mid-1996
| operator = [[KLCC Properties]]
| operator = [[KLCC Properties]]
| visitation_num =
| visitation_num =
| status = Open all year
| status = Open all year
| publictransit = {{KLRT color code|KJ|10}} [[KLCC LRT station]]
}}
}}


The '''KLCC Park''' ([[Malay language|Malay]]: ''Taman KLCC'') is a public park located in the vicinity of [[Suria KLCC]], [[Kuala Lumpur]], [[Malaysia]]. The park has been designed to provide greenery to [[Petronas Twin Towers]] and the areas surrounding it.
The '''KLCC Park''' ([[Malay language|Malay]]: ''Taman KLCC'') is an [[urban park]] in [[Kuala Lumpur City Centre]], [[Kuala Lumpur]], [[Malaysia]]. The park has been designed to provide greenery to [[Petronas Twin Towers]] and the areas surrounding it.


==Design==
==Design==
The park was designed by [[Roberto Burle Marx]]. It is said that it was the last work undertaken by the [[Brazil]]ian architect.<ref name="klccp doc">{{cite web|title= KLCC Park| url=http://www.klcc.com.my/KLCCWeb/klccp.nsf/F76B777F465FA6E748256D9E00267526/8E1B06CE2821AE82482570D0002BA5F4?OpenDocument| publisher=KLCC Properties}}</ref> When the park was designed, the aim was to "leave the world a little more sensitive and a little more educated to the importance of nature".<ref>{{cite web| title= KLCC Park| url= http://www.fascinatingmalaysia.com/fmweb/website/html_new/destiny/klcc.html}}</ref>
The park was designed by [[Roberto Burle Marx]]. It is said that it was the last work undertaken by the [[Brazil]]ian architect.<ref name="klccp doc">{{cite web| title=KLCC Park| url=http://www.klcc.com.my/KLCCWeb/klccp.nsf/F76B777F465FA6E748256D9E00267526/8E1B06CE2821AE82482570D0002BA5F4?OpenDocument| publisher=KLCC Properties| access-date=24 February 2009| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080617111941/http://www.klcc.com.my/KLCCWeb/klccp.nsf/F76B777F465FA6E748256D9E00267526/8E1B06CE2821AE82482570D0002BA5F4?OpenDocument| archive-date=17 June 2008| url-status=dead}}</ref> When the park was designed, the aim was to "leave the world a little more sensitive and a little more educated to the importance of nature".<ref>{{cite web| title= KLCC Park| url= http://www.fascinatingmalaysia.com/fmweb/website/html_new/destiny/klcc.html}}</ref>


The park was designed to showcase a heritage of tropical greenery by integrating man's creation with nature. The park itself contrasts as a calm environment in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. The park features many combinations of man-made design such as cements, water features and also natural features such as trees, shrubs, stones and wood. Elements of shape and topography were created to give an illusion of space. The combination of trees, shrubs and sculptures were arranged to provide color and form to the park.<ref name="klccp doc" />
The park was designed to showcase a heritage of tropical greenery by integrating man's creation with nature. The park itself contrasts as a calm environment in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. The park features many combinations of man-made design such as cements, water features and also natural features such as trees, shrubs, stones and wood. Elements of shape and topography were created to give an illusion of space. The combination of trees, shrubs and sculptures were arranged to provide color and form to the park.<ref name="klccp doc" />
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Conservation and bio-diversity was a major influence in the creation of the park. 23 of the mature and rarer specimens were saved from the old [[Selangor Turf Club]] and transplanted into the park grounds. 1900 indigenous trees and 66 species of palms were planted in the park to promote bio-diversity. The trees were deliberately selected to attract local and migratory birds.<ref name="klccp doc" />
Conservation and bio-diversity was a major influence in the creation of the park. 23 of the mature and rarer specimens were saved from the old [[Selangor Turf Club]] and transplanted into the park grounds. 1900 indigenous trees and 66 species of palms were planted in the park to promote bio-diversity. The trees were deliberately selected to attract local and migratory birds.<ref name="klccp doc" />


A man made lake was built in the middle of the park, directly in front of [[Suria KLCC]] mall and [[Petronas Twin Towers]] towards the middle of the park. A 43-meter elevated bridge that cut across the lake provides a vantage view of the park and the twin towers.
A man made lake was built in the middle of the park with a 280 meter high water fountain, directly in front of [[Suria KLCC]] mall and [[Petronas Twin Towers]] towards the middle of the park. A 4.3 meter elevated bridge that cut across the lake provides a vantage view of the park and the twin towers.


==Park Features==
==Park Features==


===Lake Symphony===
===Lake Symphony===
Lake Symphony is a 10,000 square meter man made lake with water fountains. The main fountain can shoot water up to a height of 82 metres height. At night, There are
Lake Symphony is a 10,000 square meter man made lake with water fountains. The main fountain can shoot water up to a height of 280 metres. At night, there are lights, musics and fountains daily.<ref name="klccp doc" />
lights and music and fountain daily.<ref name="klccp doc" />


===Jogging Track and Foot path===
===Jogging Track and Footpath===
A 1.3&nbsp;km. long jogging track is covered with [[EPDM rubber|EPDM]], a special rubberised material for comfort and safety. Rest areas are provided along interconnecting footpaths and numbered on the local map.
A 1.3&nbsp;km. long jogging track is covered with [[EPDM rubber|EPDM]], a special rubberised material for comfort and safety. Rest areas are provided along interconnecting footpaths and numbered on the local map.


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File:KLCCpark WadingPool.JPG|Children Pool
File:KLCCpark WadingPool.JPG|Children Pool
File:Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (northeastern exterior), Kuala Lumpur.jpg| Portions of the park facing the [[Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre]]
File:Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (northeastern exterior), Kuala Lumpur.jpg| Portions of the park facing the [[Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre]]
File:Petronas Twin Towera from KLCC Park.jpg|Petronas Twin Towers as seen from KLCC Park.</gallery>
</gallery>


==Incidents of Crime==
==Incidents of Crime==
Three women were attacked during a mugging incident on the night of 30 June 2014.<ref>http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1098167</ref>
Three women were attacked during a mugging incident on the night of 30 June 2014.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1098167|title = Women joggers attacked at park}}</ref>

==External links==
* [http://photosynth.net/view.aspx?cid=cfc20081-ece0-460d-9be9-71e30ce76f6a KLCC Photosynth view of gardens]


==References==
==References==
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{{KLCC Vicinity}}
{{KLCC Vicinity}}


[[Category:Geography of Kuala Lumpur]]
[[Category:Parks in Kuala Lumpur]]
[[Category:Parks in Malaysia]]
[[Category:Tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur]]

Latest revision as of 18:25, 4 September 2024

KLCC Park
Taman KLCC
View of the park from Traders Hotel
Map
Typepublic park
LocationKuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Coordinates3°09′20″N 101°42′54″E / 3.155647°N 101.714997°E / 3.155647; 101.714997
Area50 acre
CreatedMid-1996
Operated byKLCC Properties
StatusOpen all year
Public transit access KJ10  KLCC LRT station

The KLCC Park (Malay: Taman KLCC) is an urban park in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The park has been designed to provide greenery to Petronas Twin Towers and the areas surrounding it.

Design

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The park was designed by Roberto Burle Marx. It is said that it was the last work undertaken by the Brazilian architect.[1] When the park was designed, the aim was to "leave the world a little more sensitive and a little more educated to the importance of nature".[2]

The park was designed to showcase a heritage of tropical greenery by integrating man's creation with nature. The park itself contrasts as a calm environment in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. The park features many combinations of man-made design such as cements, water features and also natural features such as trees, shrubs, stones and wood. Elements of shape and topography were created to give an illusion of space. The combination of trees, shrubs and sculptures were arranged to provide color and form to the park.[1]

Conservation and bio-diversity was a major influence in the creation of the park. 23 of the mature and rarer specimens were saved from the old Selangor Turf Club and transplanted into the park grounds. 1900 indigenous trees and 66 species of palms were planted in the park to promote bio-diversity. The trees were deliberately selected to attract local and migratory birds.[1]

A man made lake was built in the middle of the park with a 280 meter high water fountain, directly in front of Suria KLCC mall and Petronas Twin Towers towards the middle of the park. A 4.3 meter elevated bridge that cut across the lake provides a vantage view of the park and the twin towers.

Park Features

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Lake Symphony

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Lake Symphony is a 10,000 square meter man made lake with water fountains. The main fountain can shoot water up to a height of 280 metres. At night, there are lights, musics and fountains daily.[1]

Jogging Track and Footpath

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A 1.3 km. long jogging track is covered with EPDM, a special rubberised material for comfort and safety. Rest areas are provided along interconnecting footpaths and numbered on the local map.

Ornamental Water Features

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Various waterfalls, fountains, cascade and reflecting pools are scattered around the park.

Children Playground

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A children's playground with a public pool is located on the west side of the park.

Mosque

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KLCC Park features the As Syakirin Mosque.

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  • Water fountain on Symphony Lake
    Water fountain on Symphony Lake
  • The water feature at night
    The water feature at night
  • View of the south east section of the park
    View of the south east section of the park
  • Children Pool
    Children Pool
  • Portions of the park facing the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
    Portions of the park facing the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
  • Petronas Twin Towers as seen from KLCC Park.
    Petronas Twin Towers as seen from KLCC Park.

Incidents of Crime

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Three women were attacked during a mugging incident on the night of 30 June 2014.[3]

References

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Wikimedia Commons has media related to KLCC Park.
  1. ^ a b c d "KLCC Park". KLCC Properties. Archived from the original on 17 June 2008. Retrieved 24 February 2009.
  2. ^ "KLCC Park".
  3. ^ "Women joggers attacked at park".
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