{"id":17319,"date":"2014-09-16T06:14:43","date_gmt":"2014-09-16T06:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=17319"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:59:47","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:59:47","slug":"istana-budaya-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/malaysia\/istana-budaya-malaysia\/","title":{"rendered":"Istana Budaya in Malaysia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\"Istana<\/a>

Istana Budaya – The National theatre of Malaysia<\/p><\/div>\n

Istana Budaya or \u2018the Palace of Culture\u2019 is the National Theatre of \u00a0Malaysia<\/a><\/span> and one of the most popular tourist spots. The National Symphony Orchestra and National Choir organize various concerts, ballets, operas, and operettas. Local as well as international artists and musicians perform live concerts and shows here. Music and art lovers frequent the Theatre. Located next to the National Art Gallery and on the Jalan Tun Razak, Istana Budaya is listed among \u2018top ten most sophisticated theaters\u2019 in the world.<\/p>\n

Designed by a Malay architect, Muhammad Kamar Ya\u2019akub, the intense architectural design of the rooftops and the doors is based on the traditional Malay floral motifs like betel leaves and the flying moon kite. The interiors of the National Theatre are intricately designed using the finest quality marbles of the Malay Langkawi. The interior doors and windows of the Theatre Hall are made from the highest quality tropical woods, which are beautifully designed and crafted by professional hands. The ambience leaves an everlasting impact on visitors. Inspired by the traditional Malay opera or Mak Yong, the experts and the architects of the National Theatre were careful while embellishing the entrance hall and the lobby with luxuriant carpets detailed with traditional Malay motifs like Cempaka flowers and the banyan trees.<\/p>\n

Istana Budaya Cafe<\/span><\/h2>\n

The cafeteria in Istana Budaya serves the most delicious Malaysian and Western cuisines at reasonable rates. The quality of food and the services is just excellent. The visitors can also enjoy the most delightful food and drinks at the Community Front during the break between the live concerts and ballet performances.<\/p>\n

Facilities<\/span><\/h3>\n

The Theatre offers free parking facilities for private vehicles. Guided tours are also available. The rates vary, so it is suggested to check the official site before visiting this place.<\/p>\n

Tips<\/span><\/h3>\n
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  • There is a dress code to enter the Theatre. No shorts are allowed for girls. Men should not wear any sleeveless shirts while visiting the Theatre. A decent attire is welcomed.<\/li>\n
  • Make your reservations in advance to avoid hassles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Istana Budaya Map<\/span>