Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Fronting the Merdeka Square, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building was built as the offices of the Colonial Secretariat, and later served as the first administrative centre of the Malayan government. Built in 1897 by British architects, A C Norman and A B Hubback, this historical landmark is famed for its Islamic-inspired architecture. Today, it houses the Courts of Law. The 40-m-high clock tower is a popular gathering-point for New Year and National Day countdown celebrations and parades. The building was in fact named after the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Abdul Samad (reigning 1857-98), who ruled over Selangor and Kuala Lumpur when the building was completed. Since 2026 it houses a museum which showcases the history of the building and Malaysia in general.
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Moorish-style 1897 colonial landmark with copper domes and clock tower facing Merdeka Square.
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Moorish-style 1897 colonial landmark with copper domes and clock tower facing Merdeka Square.
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- Independence Square0,1 km
- Masjid Jamek0,2 km
- Soong Kee Beef Noodles0,3 km
- Lebuh Ampang banana leaf restaurants0,3 km
- Kuala Lumpur/Old City Centre0,5 km
- Guan Di Temple0,6 km