




Sultan Abdul Samad Building (BSAS) is a landmark in Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Subcategory: Landmark
Tags: landmark, historic Site, omg, heritage
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Jln Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Monday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Price
Free entrance
Transport
Parking
For parking, the most convenient option is Dataran Merdeka's underground car park (Plaza Putra), accessible right beneath the square.
Iconic Clock Tower: Standing at 41.2 meters, the clock tower is a prominent feature, often compared to London's Big Ben.
Moorish Architecture: The building's design is a stunning blend of Moorish, Indo-Saracenic, and Gothic styles.
Historical Significance: Built in 1897, it originally housed the British colonial administration and now serves Malaysia's government ministries.
Restored National Heritage Landmark Completed in 1897, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a Category 1 National Heritage site showcasing Moorish, Indo-Saracenic, and Gothic architectural influences following its recent conservation works.
Heritage Food and Retail Spaces The restored complex includes curated retail and food outlets, blending heritage architecture with contemporary urban activity.
Sultan Abdul Samad Building (BSAS) is part of these guided & self-guided tours

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The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a historical landmark in Kuala Lumpur, known for its Moorish architecture and significant historical role.
The building was constructed in 1897 during the British colonial era.
The clock tower, standing at 41.2 meters, is an iconic feature of the building, often likened to London's Big Ben.
Visitors can explore the Kuala Lumpur City Gallery, view restored architectural spaces, and visit selected food and retail outlets.
The building showcases a blend of Moorish, Indo-Saracenic, and Gothic architectural styles, reflecting Malaysia's diverse cultural heritage.
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