Jarod Lim, The StarTHE beautification and upgrading of Jalan Sang Guna has breathed new life into Kuala Lumpur’s historic Chinatown, transforming a once-dilapidated alleyway into a vibrant pedestrian link.

Previously marred by unhygienic conditions and worn-out stalls, it now features heritage storyboards and mural depicting traditional street hawking, and offers seamless access to Petaling Street.

Completed in January, it is the first phase of a wider master plan to upgrade Pasar Lee Lam Thye.

Bukit Bintang Federal Territories Residents Representative Council (MPPWP) chairman Ben Fong said the project was a collaborative effort between Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), the office of Bukit Bintang MP Fong Kui Lun, Think City, and Selangor and Federal Territory Kwong Siew Association.