Kuala Lumpur is one of the favorite tourist destinations for Indonesian tourists. There are many things to do in the capital city of Malaysia, from cultural, historical, medical tourism to shopping tours. Especially for shopping tours, there are various items that can be bought and made as souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur for family and friends back home.
Kuala Lumpur itself is an area in Malaysia with a heterogeneous population. There is a rich culture that describes the diversity of its people, including culinary, architecture and various aspects of daily life. That’s why Kuala Lumpur has many cultural products that also vary according to the character of the population. The fun thing is, this cultural product can be made into souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur. Curious what the product is, check the recommendations TripZilla Indonesia below this!
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1. Products from tin, typical souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur
There are many products and items made of tin and many are sold as souvenirs. You can choose interesting shapes according to your choice, from kettles to tin works of art. Not a few artists also use this material as the basis for creating their works of art. Where is the best place to get them? The Royal Selangor could be an option. Not only shopping for souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur, you can also take a free tour about the history of this product made of tin.
2. Typical Malaysian fabric with an interesting touch
There are many textile products developed in Malaysia, including kebaya and songket. Of course, the materials and motifs offered have different patterns and textures found in Indonesia. However, in terms of usage, it is more or less the same as culture in Indonesia, both as decoration materials to clothes and shirts. You can find various textile products with typical Malaysian patterns at Popular Fabrics, in the Taman Tun Dr Ismail area, Kuala Lumpur.
3. Milo Cube, a souvenir from Kuala Lumpur which is not sold in Indonesia
One of the souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur that many Indonesian travelers are looking for is Milo Cube. This product is rarely sold in Indonesia. In fact, you will find it difficult to find a store that sells it offline, except in areas bordering Malaysia, such as the Riau Islands and West Kalimantan. Unlike Milo milk which comes in powder form, Milo Cube is sold in candy form. As for the taste, it’s guaranteed to be different from anything you’ve ever tried, which is sure to shake your tongue. Many souvenir centers in Malaysia, especially in KL, sell this product.
4. Bunn Choon Egg Tart, a signature milk pie with a subtle taste
Bunn Choon Egg Tart can be said to be one of Kuala Lumpur’s iconic souvenirs. The owner, Wong Kok Tong and his wife make around 800 milk pies every day. The pastry is soft, while the cream is silky. The combination of water, sugar and eggs presents a sweet taste. There are two flavors available, green tea and sesame charcoal. It’s just that, for Muslim travelers, this milk pie cannot be made because it contains pork ingredients in the manufacturing process.
5. Signature Market, a typical Malaysian healthy snack
Signature Market is one of the most popular snacks in Malaysia, and Kuala Lumpur is no exception. There are many choices of delicious and nutritious snack flavors on offer. The snacks themselves have combined ingredients, such as nuts, granola, cookies, dried fruit and many others. What’s interesting is the premium packaging with every purchase. So, you can be proud to bring these snacks as souvenirs for your loved ones at home. For the record, there are more than 50 types of healthy snacks offered by Signature Market.
6. JOBBIE Peanut Butter, a gift for peanut butter fans
JOBBIE is a Malaysian original brand that offers peanut butter with a special character. The unique taste makes this peanut butter the most popular in Malaysia. Made from quality and natural ingredients, JOBBIE presents creamy peanut butter. This peanut butter also has a halal certificate, which can convince Muslim travelers from Indonesia to buy and make it a souvenir from Kuala Lumpur.
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Those are some souvenirs from Kuala Lumpur that are unusual and can be brought home for the family. With a relatively cheap price, these souvenirs are guaranteed to make the recipient happy.
