History Museums in Kuala Lumpur
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History Museums in Kuala Lumpur
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- Miles DavisNorwich, UK69 contributionsWent in August 2024 with two kids. Overall very good for adults but less so for children. Museum isn’t very interactive but the displays are well presented and I personally had a very good experience. The MRT is directly outside and then try ticket is very cheap. You can visit in two hours and then if you desire go on it the surrounding sights, for example the botanic garden or national mosque.Written 8 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mohammedUnited Kingdom3 contributionsUnfortunately the old Istana Negara the national museum is closed for renovations until 2025 but you can see it through the gatesWritten 1 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 李智优Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia50,851 contributionsThis memorial display items, documents & history related to our first prime minister. Located top of hill behind center bank of Malaysia. Free parking & admission to entrance. Must visitWritten 1 September 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,538 contributionsInteresting small museum housed in Tun Abdul Razak's former residence. Very well maintained with small fountain in the gardens, furnished rooms throughout the residence with informative signage in Malayan and English. Other buildings house a great collection of associated artefacts and items of political significance.Written 5 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jet571432Altrincham, UK5 contributionsWe had visited a family grave at Kwong Tong cemetery and after realised it was very close to the grave of Yap Ah Loy one of the founding leaders of Kuala Lumpur. As a result we visited the Sun Sze Si Ya Temple which he helped establish. We noticed a sign for the museum and duly attended. It is small but very well curated and had lots of very interesting old photos, documents and displays. Terrific exhibition showing 5 big panorama landscapes of KL from when it was just a few thatched houses to the massive modern skyscrapers skyline. Then we wandered round Petaling street snacking on street food. RecommendedWritten 21 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Heli PHelsinki, Finland7,461 contributionsPart of the governement subsidied Craft Complex now in the middle of a huge construction site the museum is waiting for a new display in February. Judging from the previous it isn't much to expect, this is a very oldfashioned establishment. There is a textile museum at the corner of Merdeka square in central KL showing more of the local craft techniques.Written 21 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- harrymikael80Putrajaya, Malaysia525 contributionsNational Archives of Malaysia (Malay: Arkib Negara Malaysia) is an organization that manage most of the memorials dedicated to Malaysia's former prime ministers and notable figures. The headquarter of National Archives is located in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim (was known as Jalan Duta) and near to the new Istana Negara. Visitors are allowed to visit the National Archives if they would like to get some information or data on Malaysia's history.Written 5 November 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 李智优Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia50,851 contributionsThis is a small museum orang asli located in an orang asli village in Gombak. Museum is well keep & organised. Informative and educational tour for public to know better orang asli history & culture in our countryWritten 13 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 李智优Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia50,851 contributionsThe gallery is free admission fee. Display Malaysia 4th prime minister life, history & family. Very imformative but a bit running down on maintenanceWritten 11 November 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vandieman111Adelaide, Australia1,385 contributionsFor such an interesting subject in the middle of the capital city I would have expected more. However, if you are in the area it is probably worth a short visit, just don't expect too much. The exhibits are interesting although not displayed in great detail.Written 25 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- harrymikael80Putrajaya, Malaysia525 contributionsMemorial Negarawan meaning "Statesmen Memorial" in Malay is a memorial which dedicated to 7 Malaysian statesmen who played significant roles in the achieving of the nation's independence. The statesmen are Tun Dr Ismail, Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Tun V.T. Sambanthan, Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu, Tun Datu Mustapha, Tun Fuad Stephens and Tun Temenngung Jugah. The admission to this memorial is completely free and it is closed on Mondays except on public holiday. If you get the chance, take your time to visit other attractions which located nearby such as the Tun Hussein Onn and Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorials and Bank Negara Museum.Written 12 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nellielimKuala Lumpur, Malaysia4,019 contributionsThe Trade Museum is located in Menara Matrade. It provides visitors information on the evolution of trade pertaining to Malaysia from ancient times to this modern era. The information centre displays trade agreements and policies as well as Malaysia's Industrial Master Plans.Written 8 November 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
