Pudu, Kuala Lumpur Overview

In the busy capital city of Kuala Lumpur along the Pudu road lies the small ward of Pudu, a hidden gem in the land of Malaysia. Also known as the Pudoh during the time of colonization, this small district is famous for its Pudu Prison, the Pudu Sentral - Kuala Lumpur’s oldest bus station, Pudu Wet Market, and numerous tiny eateries spread across the length of Pudu. To experience traditional Malaysian rice noodles, radish cakes, and local dishes, Pudu is a one-stop destination.

Unforgettable is the Electronic street in Pudu offering low-cost affordable gadgets. Sunny mornings in Pudu can be well spent in Zhong Wan Xian Shi Temple, while the afternoons are best for some cocktails and a spooky tour to Jalan Sarawak. Locals also visit Pudu for its exotic range of pet fishes in Pudu Pet Market with prices as low as 3 koi fish in RM10.

Pudu Highlights

1. Pudu Wet Market

Pudu wet market is the oldest wet market in Kuala Lumpur, competing with the Chow Kit Market. Established in the 1950s since independence, this market has a huge inner section and an outer section cat (Read More)ering to various items of everyday necessity. Be it fish, squid, prawns, or seafood - everything is available from 06:30 Am to 02:00 PM.

2. Hawker Centres

Visiting Pudu and not tasting the delicacies is a complete mistake. Grilled fish at the Wai Sek Kai, live music and cocktails at Suzie Wong, tasty vegetarian courses at the Nadodi - all will keep you (Read More)enthralled.

3. Pudu Pet Market

To have the most unusual pets in the most unusual aquariums, this pet market is the best place. You can find a wide variety of pet fishes, ready for sale in small buckets. Also, scorpions and terrapin (Read More)s are sold to avid pet lovers.

4. Jalan Sarawak

If you want to try something adventurous in Pudu, certainly venture out to the spooky and creepy building in Jala Sarawak. A commonplace to visit by the ghost hunters, there is also a very tasty Hokke (Read More)in noodles stall just behind the abandoned building.

5. Electronic Street

Any gadget lover will dive into the Electronic Street in Pudu, alongside Jalan Pasar. Cracking an affordable deal at Electronic Street attracts visitors from around the country.

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