Off the Beaten Path S05 E05 Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur

Today we visit Kuala Lumpur, the capital and largest city of Malaysia. Located at the meeting point of the Gombak and Klang rivers, its name reflects its origins as a “muddy confluence.” The city has about 1.8 million residents, with over 7 million in the greater metropolitan area. Kuala Lumpur is a truly cosmopolitan hub, where Malays make up less than half the population, alongside strong Chinese and Indian communities. Once a small mining town, it has grown into a modern city known for its skyline and green parks. One of its residents is Marek from Svidník, who arrived recently after years working across Asia as a respected bartender. Now a trainer and sales manager in the cocktail industry, he explores the city with his Mexican wife Lula, sharing their passion for travel and discovering new flavours.