As the capital, Kuala Lumpur is the most modern and developed city in Malaysia. The once small mining boomtown has gone on to become bustling metropolis city, complete with contemporary high-rises, world-class hotels, glitzy shopping malls and is the home of the world tallest twin towers, Petronas Towers.
Ultra-modern, yet steeped in history, Taipei is the political, economic, and cultural center of Taiwan. At the heart of Taiwanese culture is food, and the city\'s diverse culinary repertoire features everything from local delicacies such as stinky tofu and pearl milk tea to the questionably unique fried crickets and chicken testicles. Second only to eating, shopping is a pastime enjoyed by many of Taipei\'s inhabitants. With the selection of glitzy malls, upscale boulevards and cutting-edge electronics emporiums, serious shoppers are sure to be kept occupied.