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Written by Tan Ying Ern Sr1ScD

A bustling evening had brought us to the heart of Bukit Bintang. Large screens could be
seen all around; the busy weekend had attracted locals and foreigners alike. Parking at Lot Next was the Puzzles galore. Shapes and
10 after a departure at 5 pm, we marched to the doors of ANSA Hotel. We were greeted numbers have never confused one more
than this. A head served on a platter
with an illusion which gave us a chance to swap body parts with someone else. It was
wildly funny to learn that mirrors could give you such a large nose. does not seem that much appetising.
Optical illusions were more abundantly
displayed on the second floor, however.
At the Museum of Illusions, you can explore an array of engaging displays. You can let
your senses deceive you, in all the best ways. That lesson on optics during physics class These include mind-boggling lines, black
and whites; holograms that would appear
may or may not help you on this journey; you might question reality when you see a
moving picture when you enter the museum. With opening hours from 10 am to 10 pm, spontaneously and eyes that would follow
we had plenty of time to look through each of the exhibits. you around. The stairs themselves were
not for the faint of heart after a visit to the
Infinity Room.
Tickets were RM95 for 4 pax, in a family bundle. The place was brightly lit, and no more
than 20 people were in. With the place to ourselves, many interactive illusions were
available at our disposal. The staff were attentive and kindly taught us techniques to take A certain favourite would be the Vortex
photos at each stop. All the shots turned out splendidly amazing. We had acquired the Tunnel; a spinning walkway to nausea, but
privilege to enjoy being Micheal Jackson for once, without any training whatsoever. such a gem in the museum. The turning
sides of the Vortex make the walkway

seem as though it were rotating. You lose
The impossible became possible with installations such as the “tricky stick”. You get to
experience it all at the museum. The assumptions our brain make puts our perception of your perception of all gravity. Star Wars

reality to the test. Science, mathematics, physics and art are put at play. Sometimes, it’s not fans, anyone? Walking through the whole
even about the numbers - it’s just how your psychology works. And the beautiful thing trip straight is downright impossible.
about it is, it works the same for you, that old lady standing beside you, and that baby After some mind-bending headache inducers on the first floor, we had to take
screaming in the stroller.
some photos standing on the Infinity Well. Stepping onto it is no easy feat, even with the
knowledge that it is indeed not endless. The Colour Room was a great place to experiment
Size is relative. In the Ames Room, you get a dose of
well-due humour when you experience how it is to be with different poses and camera angles. A word of advice - Do not look at the spotlights
Jack (or the Giant). The Beuchet Chair made my sister behind you!

feel small, for once in her life. These were particularly
satisfying to experiment with, although we had to The RM 10 parking was worth it for an hour’s trip to the museum. It’s for families,
take some time to grasp the science of them for the photo geeks, and science people; it certainly can and will appeal to all in one way or
first and second time. The staff came to our rescue, as another. It has passed inspection and is uncovered to be one of the most entertaining
always. Another interesting installation was that of the and unconventional places to visit in Kuala Lumpur. Make yourself dizzy with joy while
earning those Instagrammable photos. Don’t miss it for anything!
Cloning Table. Gain some experience talking to your 6
doppelgangers!
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