RM10mil symphony fountain entices tourists

Watch the water dance to an original music score at the heart of KLCC — The KLCC Lake Symphony fountain.

The fountain on the 10,000sq ft man-made lake went through a RM10mil upgrade in approximately three months, resulting in modern, cutting-edge technology water displays with energy-saving lights, an engineering design with individual pump systems and integrated underwater LED technology.

“The old fountain which had static nozzles and pump has served for the last 14 years. It’s about time for an upgrade. Special German technology is being used, similar to some of the best fountains found in Singapore and Dubai to ensure that the new fountain is of international standards,” said KLCC (Holdings) Sdn Bhd group chief executive officer Hashim Wahir during the launch. “The upgrade was funded by 23 private lot owners in the vicinity,” he added.

All that glitters: Set against the stunning Twin Towers backdrop, the upgraded KLCC Lake Symphony fountain is set to mesmerise visitors.

The fountain features the profile of the national flower — the bunga raya. Open, fan-shaped sprays dance, swaying and spinning 360 degrees, forming a myriad of water patterns. The jets are also affixed with a kaleidoscope of lights that twinkle and gravitate to the music. The dancing fountain will be switched on every day at 8pm.

Petronas group corporate affairs senior general manager Datuk Mohammad Medan Abdullah said they have been continuously trying to find ways to enhance the venue since the KLCC Twin Towers is an iconic tourist destination. According to Hashim, KLCC records an average of 40 million tourists a year.

Let the festival begin: Anuar (second from left) and Medan (centre) at the preview of the Kuala Lumpur International Music and Light Festival.

The Lake Symphony fountain is currently playing host to the Kuala Lumpur International Music and Light festival, held in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the World Gas Conference. Featuring a display of lights, dancing waters, pyrotechnics and multimedia laser displays including 3D mapping projected on the wall of Suria KLCC Mall, it is touted to be the largest outdoor event of its kind and is bound to captivate spectators.

Petronas gas and power business executive vice-president Datuk Anuar Ahmad said about 15,000 guests and trade visitors from all over the world are expected to attend the conference. “The week-long, night festival will be showcasing music from around the world themed “World Peace, World Harmony, World Unity”, as well as a dazzling display of lights, providing the opportunity to unwind at the end of a demanding day,” he said.

An open fan: The fan-shaped spray dancing to the music.

Some of the international musical talents confirmed to take part are Easternox from South Korea, Mdungu from Amsterdam and Saharadja from Bali. On the local front, there is the Aseana Percussion Unit, Aubrey Suwito & Friends, Amir Yussof Acoustic Project, Geng Wak Long, Akasha and Tuku Kame from Sarawak.

Memories Entertainment managing director Francis Danker said the festival is not to be missed as a show such as this has never been seen in Malaysia and is a perfect complement to the more serious business of the World Gas Conference. Everyone is invited to the attend the festival, between June 4 and 8, from 8pm onwards. Admission is free.

-thestar online.