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kuala lumpur airportKuala Lumpur International Airport is a combination of glossy architecture, futuristic engineering and rich culture of Malaysia.It is cited to be the largest airports in Southeast Asia.This airport is located in Sepang District which is 50 km away from Kuala Lumpur. The airport is a major airline hub for Malaysia Airports, MAS kargo and many more. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the most important component in the economic strengths of Malaysia. The airport comprises of two major buildings terminal and satellite.When viewed from the top, this airport seems like surrounded by forest due to the encircling tropical forest around the airport.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is large enough to handle around 35 million travelers and cargo traffic of 1.2 million per year. Kaula Lumpur International Airport is one of the magnificent piece of infrastructure which is ranked among the top 5 airports in the world. This airport has a low cost carrier terminal which is operated by AirAsia. The main terminal building at the airport is 5 storey and comprises of 10 entry level gates for easy convenience. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is built on a site of around 25,000 acres of land. This airport holds many world records which includes one of the biggest travelers lounge, baggage conveyor and largest control tower.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport serves from 1998, and since then has won numerous awards from Skytarx, IATA and many more. This is the only airport in the world to receive a EarthCheck Certificate for its practice towards environment friendly programs. Apart from this, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the first in the world to be licensed with ASQ certificate for excellence in services which is approved under Airports Council International. This airport is a destination itself, as it comprises of all entertainment, business and relaxation amenities.This sophisticated airport was managed by the famous Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa.