An impressive mural at the Masjid Jamek River of Life site giving a glimpse of riverside life in the past. — Photos: MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star
THE murals on the buildings beside the River of Life (RoL) project by Kuala Lumpur City Hall are a sight to behold.
At night, the river near Masjid Jamek area is lit with a stunning cobalt blue colour.
In the morning, it is the turn of the colourful murals at Persiaran RoL to grab attention.
They showcase the river’s role in Kuala Lumpur in olden days.
A mural depicting trading activities during the colonial days.
There are images of fishermen at work and people frolicking in the water, surrounded by mangrove trees and other greenery.
On the other side, an intricate mural depicts several people
conducting trading activities.
The River of Life is an initiative to transform the waterfront around Masjid Jamek in Kuala Lumpur.
On many days, tourists and locals can be seen posing for a photo in front of the murals.
The RoL project, launched in 2011, set out to transform and revitalise the river into a liveable waterfront icon with high economic value.
The area is also listed among 10 of the world’s best waterfronts.
Tourists checking out a beautiful mural.
