The largest wet market in Kuala Lumpur

Word to the wise: Wear water-resistant shoes or risk getting soaked through.

Want to see where the local restaurants get their freshest and finest ingredients? Then head to Chow Kit, the largest wet market in Kuala Lumpur. Visiting the maze of stalls laden with fresh tropical fruit, vegetables, fish, meats and spices is a full-on sensory experience: the shouts and cries of hard bargaining, the sight of colourful fresh produce and the sweet smells of a thousand spices. Take care when walking over the wet floor and avoid the puddles, slippery patches and animal entrails.

Aside from the food, there are numerous stalls selling CDs, DVDs, household goods, and everyday items. The market is also one of the best places in the city to pick up second-hand clothes.