Sample the greatest Asian cuisines in an old-meets-new metropolis – an expert guide to Kuala Lumpur

What can I do in four hours or less?

Given the long transfer, you will need to hit the ground running. Pop up Petronas Twin Towers, one of the world’s tallest buildings (452 metres), to enjoy a sweeping overview of a city that combines neo-classical, colonial and Islamic architecture. The colonial architectural influences are most marked in Independence Square, while the Royal Selangor Club is a fine example of that style. The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a beguiling collage of Victorian and Moorish architecture.

The spectacular National Mosque is a must-see, as is the lavish Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. If you’re a foodie, you could spend all your time here sampling the fantastic food. Stroll Jalan Alor and savour the best of South East Asia’s cuisines. PO Cruises’ ‘A Glimpse of Kuala Lumpur’ itinerary offers just that in a little over four hours. As well as Independence Square, the Petronas Twin Towers, the National Mosque and the historic railway station, it includes a stop at the King’s Palace.