Malaysia/📖"My Travel Notes in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia" - Sultan Abdul Samad Building

When I first set foot on the land of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, an elegant, gorgeous and exotic building immediately caught my eye - the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. It is a historic building that makes people stop and look up. It stands on the edge of **Independence Square (Dataran Merdeka)**, opposite the place where the Malaysian flag was first raised. The whole scene seems to take me back to the colonial era as if time has gone back. 🏛 The Story of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building Built between 1894 and 1897, the building was originally the administrative agency of the British colonial government. It was designed by British architect A.C. Norman and incorporates Moorish Revival architectural style. The dome and arch interweave exotic style. It is named after the then Sultan of Selangor - **Sultan Abdul Samad**, which is a respect for his political status. The most eye-catching thing is the 41-meter-high clock tower, topped by a shining copper onion dome. Every hour, the bell rings melodiously, as if still announcing the past of the city. Today, this is an important symbol of the cultural heritage of the Malaysian government and the venue for many major events, such as the National Day parade and the countdown to the New Year's Eve celebration. 📍 Tour of nearby attractions When you come here, of course you can't just stay in front of the building to take pictures. I took the opportunity to visit these charming places around: • Dataran Merdeka: This is the symbol of Malaysia's independence and the place where the national flag was raised for the first time. The grass is vast and the atmosphere is peaceful. • Kuala Lumpur City Gallery: Right next to it, you can learn about the history and development of Kuala Lumpur, and take photos of the I❤️KL landmark. • National Museum of Malaysian History: A 5-minute walk, it has a rich collection of Malay culture and colonial historical relics. • Petaling Street: About 10 minutes’ walk, this is Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, bustling and full of old street flavor. 🍜 Local food recommendations Travel is not only a visual feast, but also an adventure for your taste buds. Walking in Petaling Street, you can’t miss these: • Ngau Kee beef noodles: handmade noodles with rich beef bone soup, fragrant. • Asam Laksa: sour and spicy appetizer, a classic representative of Malay flavor. • Tofu pudding and Nasi Lemak: served with anchovies, peanuts, eggs and chili sauce, a favorite for breakfast! • Tiger prawn fried rice noodles: chewy and full of wok flavor, hidden in the alley but very popular. 🚆 How to get there? The transportation is actually very convenient: • Get off at Masjid Jamek Station of the LRT and walk for about 5 minutes to arrive. • If you depart from **KL Sentral**, you can take the Kelana Jaya Line, which takes about 15 minutes to arrive at the station. • It is recommended to visit in the morning or evening to avoid the midday heat, which is also more suitable for taking photos. ✨Conclusion Standing in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, I seemed to hear the whispers of history and see the intersection of colonial Malaya and modern Malaysia. This is not just a building, but one of the souls of Kuala Lumpur. When you come here, remember to slow down and savor its stories and customs.