Timeline of the KLCC development

1896
Selangor Turf Club is established with Sir Frank Swettenham as president.

1981
Government decides the turf club needs to be relocated to ease the infamous traffic jams.

1988
The STC buys 255 acres (102ha) of disused mining land in Sungai Besi for its relocation.

1990
MAI Holdings gets the go-ahead to turn the 40ha into mixed used commercial development, including a 20ha landscape park.

Early 1991
Petronas is invited to become a partner in the Kuala Lumpur City Center development.

Mid 1991
International "by invitation only" design competition is held. Eight firms submits their proposals.

Aug 1991
Cesar Pelli's design declared the winner.

Aug 1992
Last race is held at the Turf Club and the land vacated.

Sept 1992
Kuala Lumpur City Center Berhad, a joint venture between Petrolian National Berhad and MAI Holdings, is officially launched.

March 1993
Excavation for the twin towers foundation begins.