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Merdeka means Independence and this is the place on 31 August 1957 Malaysia got its Independent. There is a 100 meter high flagpole that flies the Malaysian flag proudly.
This is still the venue for the National Day parade.
Beneath the square there is a food, leisure and entertainment complex called Plaza Putra and a car park too. There is a fountain and a small garden area too. Leave a Comment Address: Merdeka Square, Jalan RajaDirections: 10 minutes walk from Masjid Jamek LRT Station.
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 merdeka square by dragontml
Site of the proclamation of independence in 1957, the square - formerly known as Padang - is the centre of National Day celebrations.
Facing the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, has a 100m high flagpole that marks the spot where the Malayan flag was hoisted on 31 August, 1957 signifying the birth of Independence of the country.
Surrounding the square are many buildings of historical interest, including the Royal Selangor Club where KL's elite meet, the Sultan Abdul Samad building, which is a great example of the Victorian-Moorish architecture.
Leave a Comment Directions: The square is in the heart of downtown KL, near the convergence of the Kelang and Gombak rivers.
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The spot where the Malayan flag was first raised that signifies the country's independence from the British rule. Merdeka Square also known as Dataran Merdeka has been part of the history and became one of Kuala Lumpur's landmarks.
Being a historical spot, it also became the venue to the festive National Day celebration each year. Malaysia became independent on August 31, 1957.
This historical location is surrounded by other landmarks like, Selangor Club, St. Mary's Cathedral, Sultan Abdul Samad building, and the clock tower regarded as the Big Ben of KL. Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur 50050 MalaysiaPhone: +60 3 2693 6661Directions: Get off a the Pasar Seni LRT station. Walk through the Dayabumi complex to get to the Square.
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While Kuala Lumpur is full of modernity, the city has not disregarded its past. Infact, some of the most brilliant sights of the town are embedded in history. Indeed, one of the most picturesque spots in the city also happens to be the most historically significant: Merdeka Square.
The elitist Royal Selangor Club (it only allowed whites) was party central during the early days of British colonialism. Booze and cricket were the main attractions. All that changed in 1957, when the British flag came down and the Malayan flag went up. The area became known as Dataran Merdeka (or Merdeka Square) and hosts the festive National Day celebration each year. Leave a Comment
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 Dataran Merdeka by mansionion
The new name better reflects its status as it was at this place on midnight of August 31, 1957 that the Malayan flag was hoisted for the first time in the country's history upon gaining independence from the British rule.
As a rememberance to this event, a 100 metre high flagpole - the world tallest - was erected at the very place where the Malayan flag was hoisted on the independance day. On August 31 every year the Merdeka Day Parade will normally be held here. Apart from the parade, Dataran Merdeka is also the popular venue for various other events - open air concerts, carnivals, starting/finishing point for marathons etc. Occasionally it will be turned into batle ground for kriket match, just like it used to be during the colonial days.
Underneath the flagpole area used to house Plaza Putra - an underground food, leisure, entertainment complex and an underground parking bay. Unfortunately it was flooded after a very heavy downpour recently and still close to the public.
At the other end of the field is a nice fountain area for relaxation. Exactly facing the Sultan Abdul Samad building is the Selangor Club building - an inheritance of the colonial days that is still in operation till these days. Leave a Comment
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 Merdeka Square by Ines28
On the opposite of the square is the mock-Tudor Royal Selangor Club, a social centre for KL's high society in the tin-rush days of the 1890's.
This is not only an interesting historic site, but also one of the most beautiful places in KL, away from the traffic you can relax and enjoy the views of the magnificient buildings around. Leave a Comment
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 by don_thomasLeave a Comment Address: on Jalan Raja LautDirections: Just west from the river and Chinatown.
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The ornate and Moorish looking building in Merdeka Square is the Sultan Abdul Samad building. It was constructed in 1897 and designed by a British architect, A.C. Norman. His influence is derived from Islamic architecture from several countries. The massive 41 meter tall clock tower is known locally as 'Big Ben'. It is constructed from brick and plaster even though it has a stone like appearance.
During British Colonial Administration this massive building held several government departments. In 1974 they moved out to make way for the Judiciary authorities. Sadly the building is now vacant. Leave a Comment
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 Church by yen_2Leave a Comment Address: Merdaka SquarePhone: 2-274-6063Other Contact: 2-693-6664
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 Clock Tower in the center by yen_2
I was trying to pose for a pic but unfortunately the cloud seems very cloudy and after a minute, it rained.. poor thing..though we got there again in the next day, so I had managed to take a photo with me... Leave a Comment Address: Merdaka Square.Phone: 2-274-6063Other Contact: 2-693-6664
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