Sultan Abdul Samad Building
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Tags : Historical Site
Timings : 24 hours Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Time Required : Less than 1 hour
Entry Fee : No entry fee
Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur Overview
Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a 19th-century Moorish-style structure on Jalan Raja, facing Merdeka Square in the heart of colonial Kuala Lumpur. It houses Malaysia's Ministry of Communications and Multimedia and Ministry of Tourism and Culture. The building's copper domes and clock tower are lit up at night, making it a popular spot for evening photos, especially paired with Merdeka Square across the road.
Owing to its appealing beauty and architecture, Sultan Abdul Samad Building is open for the general public to visit and explore the corners. Being one of the most photographed buildings of Malaysia, it stands right beside the 41.2 meters tall clock tower with a magnificent design, marking the Independence of Malaysia on 31st August 1957.
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Historical Significance
Earlier the British administrative offices were in Jalan Bukit Aman on a hill but later the proposal of shifting it down to a plain for ease of visiting was made by the British Resident of Selangor, William Edward Maxwell and was approved by everyone. Then it was shifted to this building and there was a lot of rework that was done by R.A.J. Bidwell.
Architecture & Design of Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Constructed in the Indo-Saracenic style it stands with two lower towers on each side, all three having an onion-shaped copper dome on top. It is lighted up beautifully on all important days, being an attractive spot to learn about the history of the country and for photography.
In front of the building is the field of the Merdeka Square with the flagpole and other important buildings along with the Klang River behind it. The building was added in the list of the National Heritage in 2007, observing its significance as a Heritage site.
Tips
- Peace and Decency should be maintained inside the building because of the officers working.
- The building is an important spot and acts as a backdrop during the events in the Merdeka square. So, visiting the building during such events like the National Day Parade on Independence Day and other events is a good idea.
How to Reach Sultan Abdul Samad Building
LRT: The LRT train can also be taken to Masjid Jamek Station or Pasar Seni Station from where the Abdul Samad Building is just a 10 minutes’ walk away.
