Sultan Abdul Samad

Sultan Abdul Samad Building

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The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a late-19th century building located along Jalan Raja in front of Dataran Merdeka and the Royal Selangor Club in …

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Oct 10, 2024
Merdeka Square and the beautiful historic buildings that surround it. Merdeka Square is right in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Nice well maintained building which one can appreciate only … Full review by Anuradha777
Sep 22, 2024
The building, which is mostly empty sits across from Independence square. It has British architecture and stands prominently in the area. I don't believe you can go in it at any location. Full review by lucycan
Aug 24, 2024
The Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia has an iconic clock tower and Moorish-inspired design. It has a historical significance and it is a prominent landmark in the city of Kuala L… Full review by YuppieLionheart
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Built in the 19th century, this imposing building serves as a reminder of the colonial times. The Moorish-influenced complex used to house th…
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By far one of the most stunning buildings in the city this magnificent architectural gem is located on Merdeka Square. It was constructed in 189…
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The iconic Sultan Abdul Samad building is located in front of Dataran Merdeka and Royal Selangor Club, along Jalan Tunku Abdul Rah…
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The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is undoubtedly one of the grandest structures in the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. Standing proudl…
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Architectural style:Indo-Saracenic, Neo-Mughal, or Moorish
Located:Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Construction completed:1897
Construction started:3 September 1894
Architect:A.C. Norman
Type:Government Office

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Can tourist see the building from inside?? Is it open for public??
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Yes, you can visit inside the building but there are certain hours in the morning where once can visit inside the building. But inside there is nothing much to see and you can avoid that …
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Yes, you can visit inside the building but there are certain hours in the morning where once can visit inside the building. But inside there is nothing much to see and you can avoid that visit. Instead the walk along the whole street is much better if sun is not too harsh.
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Is it possible to do a late night tour like at 6:30? We have a short layover and want to do a night tour
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you cannot enter the building anyway so makes no difference
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Which time is better the nice view night or day? Thanks
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At night, the building is an entirely different building than during the day. That is when I went to take my own photos.
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Is there a entrance fee?
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building houses the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture of Malaysia (in Malay: Kementerian Penerangan, Komunikasi dan Kebudayaan …
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building houses the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture of Malaysia (in Malay: Kementerian Penerangan, Komunikasi dan Kebudayaan Malaysia) which is a government department. Open 24 hours except Saturday and Sunday when the building is closed. There is no entrance fee
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Do they open on public holidays?
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Hi there, it now houses a government ministry so the offices will be shut at the weekend.
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