KL the least expensive city to stay in Asia


Not so pricey: Tourists taking a wefie in front of the Petronas twin towers. Kuala Lumpur retains its claim as the least expensive city in Asia and it is the best place to pick up a piano, indulge in cigars or book a hotel suite, according to Bank Julius Baer & Co’s annual Wealth Report Asia.

SINGAPORE: Kuala Lumpur retained its claim as the least expensive city in Asia – Malaysia’s capital is the best place to pick up a piano, indulge in cigars or book a hotel suite.

 If you’re a high-net-worth individual in Asia into fine dining, wine, jewellery and luxury skin cream, it’s best not to live in Shanghai.

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