Petaling Jaya, Singapore
Museums
I'm sorry, but Petaling Jaya is not located in Singapore. Petaling Jaya is a city in Malaysia, specifically in the state of Selangor, which is located near Kuala Lumpur.
If you are in Petaling Jaya and interested in visiting museums, I would suggest checking out the National Museum of Malaysia, which is located in Kuala Lumpur. It is about a 30-minute drive from Petaling Jaya. The museum showcases the history and culture of Malaysia and has exhibits on various topics such as prehistoric Malaysia, the Malay Kingdoms, colonialism, and more.
Other museums that you might be interested in visiting in Kuala Lumpur include the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, the National Textile Museum, the Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery, and the Royal Malaysian Police Museum.
Food
I apologize for my mistake in the previous response. Petaling Jaya is located in Malaysia, not Singapore.
Regarding your question, here are some of the most recommended, popular, and typical dishes to eat according to local people in Petaling Jaya:
1. Nasi Lemak - A fragrant coconut rice dish served with various accompaniments such as sambal (chili paste), fried chicken, hard-boiled egg, cucumber, and peanuts.
2. Char Kuey Teow - A stir-fried noodle dish usually made with flat rice noodles, prawns, cockles, bean sprouts, eggs, and chili paste.
3. Hokkien Mee - A thick yellow noodle dish stir-fried with cubes of pork, prawns, squid, fish cake, and leafy greens in a dark soy sauce-based gravy.
4. Satay - Skewered and grilled meat pieces, typically chicken or beef, served with peanut sauce and sliced onions.
5. Bak Kut Teh - A flavorful herbal soup dish made with pork ribs, spices, and herbs such as star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and garlic.
6. Roti Canai - A flaky, crispy Indian-style flatbread served with curry or dhal.
7. Curry Laksa - A spicy and creamy noodle soup dish made with coconut milk, curry paste, shrimp, tofu puffs, and bean sprouts.
These dishes can be found in many restaurants and hawker centers around Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur.
Activities
I apologize for my mistake in my previous response. Petaling Jaya is actually a city in Malaysia and not Singapore.
As for fun activities that locals enjoy in Petaling Jaya, here are some suggestions:
1. Visit Sunway Lagoon: It's a popular amusement park that offers various attractions like water rides, theme parks, wildlife park, and extreme park.
2. Explore The Curve: A shopping mall with a unique design where you can shop, dine, and catch a movie.
3. Hike at Kota Damansara Forest Reserve: Get closer to nature by hiking on the trails, having a picnic with family or friends, or just enjoying the fresh air.
4. Visit the 5-tiered Wat Chetawan temple: This Thai Theravada Buddhist Temple offers a peaceful environment where you can meditate, listen to chanting monks and explore the beautiful architecture.
5. Check out the local night market: Petaling Jaya has plenty of night markets where you can experience the local culture, buy souvenirs, and try some delicious street food.
6. Escape Room: Have fun with friends while trying to solve puzzles and escape from a themed room within a certain time limit.
7. Ice skating: Head over to the ice rink located in Sunway Pyramid Mall and enjoy ice skating.
8. Paintball: Play paintball with a group of friends and enjoy some friendly competition.
9. Go Karting: Take part in go-kart racing at the Speedway Plus Circuit located in Shah Alam.
