Merdeka Square

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Federica Rustico
"Merdeka Square, or Dataran Merdeka, is a place of profound historical importance in Kuala Lumpur. It was here, on August 31, 1957, that Malaysia marked its independence from British rule. The square is dominated by a very tall flagpole, a symbolic reminder of the first Malaysian flag-raising ceremony. Surrounded by significant landmarks like the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, often likened to Malaysia's own "Big Ben," and the Royal Selangor Club, the square is steeped in history. At the southern end of the square lies the National History Museum, a treasure trove of artifacts that narrate Malaysia's storied past, including ancient geological specimens and significant archaeological finds."
"This is the place where the Malaysian flag has been raised for the first time on the Independence Day (31 August 1957) from the British. "
Samuel Eszenyi
"Here you can find one of the world's largest flagpoles"

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