Kuala Lumpur, the nation's capital city is a modern and fast moving city. KL, as it is almost always called, with a population of 1.8 million leads the nation's fast paced development in trade and commerce and is the pulse of the nation. The city's strategic location near the heart of SE Asia, along with excellent supporting infrastructure has made it a popular venue for international events, conventions, and exhibitions. It is also a cosmopolitan blend of races, cultures and religions. Discovering KL (as locals affectionately call it) you will see ultra-modern skyscrapers standing magnificently next to rows and rows of quaint old shop houses.