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Merdeka Square

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Open Open 24 hours

Recommended Sightseeing Time: 0.5-1 hour

Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Phone: +60-3-26980332

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This is a place that I like very much. It has a unique British style, and the shooting is particularly beautiful. It also has an academic style.

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One of the main landmarks of Kuala Lumpur is the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, which might be said to be one of the most architectonically representative buildings in the city for photography. Currently it is the High Court of Malaysia. The style of the building mixes Moorish and English Colonial classical types, and strongly bears the stamp of its time period, and clearly exemplifies the historical sense of English colonization of Malaysia. Malaysia Merdeka Square is situated across from the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, and occupies an approximate area of 8.2 hectares. It features an inviting green grass meadow, and has a lot of historical value, and is a place to visit when in Kuala Lumpur. We strolled through downtown Kuala Lumpur, but it was extremely hot, so we found a cafe near the Sultan Abdul Samad Building that was quite good. I forget the name, but those who are interested can look for it, it was a cafe that had a very classic feel.

Cathy

After a few days of heavy snow, it finally ushered in a sunny day. As soon as I got to the Independence Square, I went to the Independence Square in the morning. The Independence Square in the morning was quiet and busy, and the working people went to the subway in a hurry. The Independence Square in the sun is different in beauty, and the statue shines golden in the sunlight. In the afternoon, the Independence Square is completely different from the morning. It has become lively, shopping, street performers have appeared, and people feel the excitement of the city.

Sasha

Independence Square, the Malaysian flag flutters in the wind on the 100-meter-high flagpole. It is said to be the tallest flagpole in the world. There is an oblate black stone on the grass in the square, which is vividly engraved on: August 30, 1957. The British flag was lowered at midnight and the Malaysian flag was raised for the first time. There are European-style buildings around the square, which is a historical testimony of Malaysia's escape from colonial rule. Opposite the square is the Sultan Abdul Rah Mansion, a distinctive Islamic-style building designed by British architects, built between 1894 and 1897. It used to be the administrative center of the British colonial government. The entire building is full of beautiful Victorian and Moorish architecture. Currently serving as the venue for the Supreme Court of Malaysia and the High Court.

carina

I must have Amway for everyone! A centuries-old town hall on the Independence Square in Kuala Lumpur is performing a story about Kuala Lumpur every day. The story began in 1857 and until the mining boom of 1880, the golden tin of tin should drink a lot of pioneers, people from all over Asia poured into Kuala Lumpur. Here is the story of Malays, Indians and Chinese living together on this land in Kuala Lumpur. This musical is played every day at 3 pm and 8:30 pm. You can see if you buy a ticket. Small tips: Transportation: You can take a taxi to the City Hall. There is a uber in Kuala Lumpur. There is no problem in basic English. You can even meet Chinese drivers. You can also speak Mandarin and even Cantonese and Hakka. fare: MYR 85 for foreigners and MYR 53 for nationals. Time consuming: One hour of music performance.

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Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square) is one of Kuala Lumpur's historically and politcally significant landmarks. This is where the Malaysian flag was first raised to symbolize independence from British Rule. Currently, a very tall flagpole stands at the southern end of the square. Portraits of the present prime minister and past prime ministers of Malaysia sit beneath the flagpole. The buildings encircling Merdeka Square are rich and diverse in style and architecture. They include everything from British Tudor-style buildings to Islamic architecture, guildhouses, and distant skyscrapers. Each of these buildings tells part of the story of Malaysia's colonial history.

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佳小姐的环球旅行
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This is a place that I like very much. It has a unique British style, and the shooting is particularly beautiful. It also has an academic style.
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Reviewed on 9 Sep, 2020
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The predecessor of Independence Square was the Royal Stadium. After Malaysia's independence, it was renamed Independence Square. It is also the place to celebrate the National Day every year. The significance to the people of Malaysia is a bit similar to Tiananmen Square in our country.
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Reviewed on 22 Aug, 2020
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The square is sorrounded by very beautiful historical buildings around it.The architecture is very interesting as there’s a bit of western influence and arab influence.You can also walk to the Jamek mosque from here or the KL city gallery
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Reviewed on 30 Sep, 2019
Vasya
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Nice place. Worth to come and take some pictures!!!
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Reviewed on 27 Nov, 2019
Dr. Bellz
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A good gathering place for both the young and old. Well surrounded with beautiful and historical buildings.
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Reviewed on 4 Feb, 2019
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Worth seeing. Beautiful buildings with exotic characterisitics.
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Reviewed on 2 Sep, 2014
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This is the place where Malaysia got their independence. Worth a visit !
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Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2016