From small street side boutiques that sell trinkets to ritzy malls that boast of world renowned labels, the shopping experience offered in Kuala Lumpur is simply breathtaking. While Bangkok and Bali have been known as favourites for shopping in Asia, Kuala Lumpur is not far behind in its offering. There are many sales and fairs throughout the year that attract people by large numbers to this amazing city.

Bukit Bintnag is the most renowned area for shopping in Kuala Lampur. This area is nestled within the Golden Triangle and is well known as KL’s entertainment commercial hub. Although it is a little difficult to decide which shopping mall to explore when you are flanked with so many here. This retail heaven is home to luxury boutiques and high end fashion labels as well as gourmet food outlets. Lot 10, a mall that has been there since the early 90s, Fahrenheit, a somewhat inexpensive fashion store and Sunei Wong are some of the most popular malls in Bukit Bintang.

In the Jalan Ampang area, where the iconic Petronas is located, the most talked about mall is the Suriya KLCC. Here you would find high end fashion labels such as Gucci, Burbberry and Salvatore Ferragamo. However if you wouldn’t mind going a bit out of the way for the ultimate shopping experience, the Mid Valley Mega Mall is highly recommended.

However much you may choose to indulge, retail therapy in KL will never disappoint you. Whether you are merely a window shopper or you plan to shop till you drop head over to this retail wonderland and be awestruck. A good choice would be to stay at a service apartment in Kuala Lumpur that will allow you the convenience of hopping In and out of the comfort of your own private heaven while you explore this amazing city. Somerset Ampang Kuala Lumpur offers well-appointed dwellings within its state of the art premise. If you are looking out for a hotel apartment Kuala Lumpur to spend a few exciting days look no further than these amazing apartments that offer a home away from home experience.

Jayani Senanayake is a writer who dabbles in travel and all things exotic. Under the pseudonym of Calliope Sage, she writes of the allures that must simply be discovered. Google+