Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad

The bright lights of a famous city icon
Noteworthy for: It was in Merdeka Square—directly in front of this building—that the Union Jack was lowered in August 1957 and the Malaysian flag was first hoisted.

This is one of city's most eye-poppingly beautiful structures: a distinctive and iconic building that acts as a backdrop for the many important events held in Merdeka Square, such as the National Day Parade and the annual New Year’s celebration. Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad was once the home of the Federal Court and the Court of Appeals, but now houses the Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture.
An impressive enough sight during the day, the building is even more mesmerising at night, when it is illuminated in a number of different colours. Look across the square to see the beautiful Royal Selangor Club, a gathering place for KL's elite since the 1890s.