Merdeka Square is an important tourist destination in the city of Kuala Lumpur. It has great historical value and is visited by a large number of tourists throughout the year.
Merdeka Square is a place in Kuala Lumpur that speaks volume about the city's past and its tradition. The place is also known as Dataran Merdeka Square, which literally means the Independence Square.
Merdeka Square is a significant place for the local people as it was here that Tunku Abdul Rahman, the 1st Prime Minister of Malaysia, declared their independence from the British rule.
Tallest Flagpole on Earth
The flagpole in Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur that proudly holds the Malaysian flag is the highest in the world. It was here that the country flag was hoisted on 31st August in the year 1956.
Multi purpose field
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Previously, the place around the flagpole in Merdeka Square served as the parade ground for the police.Thousands of people gathered in Merdeka Square of Kuala Lumpur to watch the parade.
Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur is also used to be a favorite spot among the local people for many sporting events, games and other such activities. Cricket was the most popular sporting activity that took place in this field.
At present, Merdeka Square at Kuala Lumpur serves as a popular tourist spot. One can also enjoy the amazing skyline view of the city that this place provides.
Every month, on the 3rd Saturday, the Royal Malaysian Police and the Malaysian Armed Forces bands perform at the Kuala Lumpur Merdeka Square. The performance takes place for one hour, from 5 PM to 6 PM.
The area adjoining Merdeka Square is also important as it houses significant monuments like the Selangor Club and the building of Sultan Abdul Samad. Both the buildings are of great significance.
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