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Worth It Verified

Kwai Chai Hong

Chinatown·heritage·Free
4.3
Google rating
Based on ~3,973 reviews
THE VERDICT

A lovingly restored Chinatown back-lane of 1960s shophouses, murals and hidden bars — the city’s best photo alley.

Reopened 2019 after restoration; the murals tell stories of old KL’s Cantonese community.

WHAT TO SEE & DO

What to see & do

#1
Restored 1960s laneway
#2
Interactive heritage murals
#3
Cafés & speakeasies
LOCATION

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