Sultan Abdul Samad Building: The OG Clock Tower of Kuala Lumpur

If Big Ben ever had a stylish cousin in Southeast Asia, it would be the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Built in 1897 (yep, older than your grandma’s secret curry recipe), this Moorish beauty with its shiny copper dome and giant clock has seen more history than your TikTok feed. You’ll find it standing proudly on Jalan Raja, right across Dataran Merdeka, where Malaysia’s independence was declared. Getting there is easy—just hop off at Masjid Jamek MRT/LRT Station and stroll over. Entry? Totally free (your wallet can relax). Pro tip: come at night when the lights make it look like the building just got a glow-up for Instagram. Whether you’re into history, selfies, or pretending you’re in a period drama, this is one KL landmark you can’t ghost.

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Post by one.day.off | Aug 19, 2025