Arab Communities in Kuala Lumpur: Where Students Usually Live
Ampang: The Cultural Hub
If you miss home food, Ampang is the place. It's filled with Syrian, Yemeni, and Lebanese restaurants, Arabic grocery stores, and barbers. Many Embassy Row diplomatic families live here.
Bukit Bintang: The Heart of the City
For students who want to be in the center of the action. Pavilion Mall and Starhill Gallery are nearby, and there is a massive concentration of Arab tourists and businesses, especially around Ain Arabia (Arab Street).
Mont Kiara & Sri Hartamas
A more upscale expatriate area. It's cleaner, quieter, and safer, popular with families and postgraduate students who afford a premium lifestyle.
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