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Krish R
Auckland Central, New Zealand4 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
Istana Negara is the national Palace which is so nicely built on a very large piece of land maybe several acres. We had a wonderful time here looking around and taking pictures. The guards were really friendly.The landscape is so beautiful and the building stands out among the greenery.This is the place to stand and take some fresh breath of air. We greatly appreciated that this place was open to the public and people should not miss this opportunity .
Written May 15, 2013
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Orle
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May 2021 • Family
We only saw it from outside. The horses and guards are the attraction. The hill venue makes it appear unapproachable.
Written May 15, 2021
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Dipen Nath🎭
Nainital, India2,305 contributions
Jan 2020
We visited this place as city tour, the museum is not open to tourist because it is former residence Malaysia King residence,it stand 13 acre,located on a commanding position on the slope of hill,security guard sitting on horse on the both side of the main gate,and the building from outside the gate and take some pictures of golden domes of royal palace, the building looks decorative and maintained, we had some quick photography before we depart.
Written February 18, 2020
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Sunayan P
Dubai, United Arab Emirates197 contributions
Dec 2011 • Couples
Hire a local cab for a city tour to come to this place. This is the new official residence of Head of the state of Malaysia.
A clear sky will help you to take good shot. Lush green scenic beauty all around and you can see the twin tower & KL minara.
Although you can't enter the palace yet you can take photo infornt of the Palace main gate. You can see the guards placed outside the palace.
A clear sky will help you to take good shot. Lush green scenic beauty all around and you can see the twin tower & KL minara.
Although you can't enter the palace yet you can take photo infornt of the Palace main gate. You can see the guards placed outside the palace.
Written July 15, 2012
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Boxy987
Madrid, Spain386 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
The exterior is beautiful and clean. Loved the bonsais by the main gate. Wonder how will it be inside?
A bit too far off the main sites and probably not worth it as you are not allowed inside
A bit too far off the main sites and probably not worth it as you are not allowed inside
Written July 13, 2012
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rynemercury23
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia62 contributions
Jun 2012
Malaysia currently has 2 royal palaces. The one I visited was the old one. I'm not sure if there is any trip to the new palace. Anyway, the trip was just up to the palace gate only. Other than the gate and the guards - and a glimpse of the palace at far distance - I would say nothing much that can peak my interest of the place.
Written June 21, 2012
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TheDoyles151
London, UK404 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
The Kings Palace is Beautiful and the surroundings are well kept go early to beat the crowds and get lovely pictures
Written July 3, 2019
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Titus D
Sri Lanka6,910 contributions
Royal Palace Istana Negara in KL Preserved as a Museum with Beautiful Gardens With Statoinary Guards
Feb 2017 • Solo
Royal Palace Istana Negara in KL is a museum with beautiful gardens with statoinary Guards. Istana Negara is the Official Palace of His Majesty The Yang di-Pertuan Agong. during the period 1957–2011. istana Negara was built in 1928 and inaugurated in 1957.
It was replaced by the new national palace as the official residence of the King in 2011. It was preserved as The Royal Museum and referred as "Old Istana Negara" in 2013. The Istana Negara moved to the new palace at Jalan Duta in December 2011.
It is preserved now as The Royal Museum (Malay for Muzium Diraja) along Jalan Istana was the former residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (Supreme King) of Malaysia. Its land area is 13 acres, located on a slope of the hill of Bukit Petaling overlooking the Klang River, along Jalan Syed Putra. Istana Negara was renovated to become the palace of His Majesty the Sultan of Selangor. From there on, several renovations and extensions had taken place with the most extensive upgrading was done in 1980,
Two guards are in Malay traditional attire stationed at the main gateway of the old Istana Negara to revive the nostalgia and tradition of the Malay Sultanate.
The garden has many varieties of plants and flowers, a swimming pool etc. The tourists will have to be satisfied with the view of the garden by peeping from the gate of the Main Palace Entrance. The location is a excellent attraction for tourists to take photographs especially with the guard on the horse. All round the palace is fenced up and the Royal Insignia of His Majesty is placed on each steel bar between two pillars of the fence.
Two guards stationary as ever at the main entrance which resembles an arch is an attractive sight showing the majesty of the King’s palace. The two guard posts are found to shelter two members of the cavalry. From 2013, they wear their full dress uniform of Malay traditional attire as it was during the Malay Sultanate era.
It is a very nice place to see, with beautiful Islamic construction. The new RM 997 million Istana Negara complex is located near Jalan Duta, Kuala Lumpur.
From here we can see the twin tower and the KL tower. You can get a panoramic view of Kuala Lumpur huge garden and the pool that are here. Its architecture is the most beautiful one in KL. The area surrounding the palace is large and it gives a very serene atmosphere.
It looks Majestic and gives us an opportunity to visualize how the King Yang di-Pertuan Agong who dwelled here in the past. The layout is lovely and looks very clean and Green. It is a must see attraction in KL.
Although you can't enter the palace yet you can take photo infornt of the Palace main gate. A clear sky will help you to take good shot. Lush green scenic beauty is found all around.
It was replaced by the new national palace as the official residence of the King in 2011. It was preserved as The Royal Museum and referred as "Old Istana Negara" in 2013. The Istana Negara moved to the new palace at Jalan Duta in December 2011.
It is preserved now as The Royal Museum (Malay for Muzium Diraja) along Jalan Istana was the former residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (Supreme King) of Malaysia. Its land area is 13 acres, located on a slope of the hill of Bukit Petaling overlooking the Klang River, along Jalan Syed Putra. Istana Negara was renovated to become the palace of His Majesty the Sultan of Selangor. From there on, several renovations and extensions had taken place with the most extensive upgrading was done in 1980,
Two guards are in Malay traditional attire stationed at the main gateway of the old Istana Negara to revive the nostalgia and tradition of the Malay Sultanate.
The garden has many varieties of plants and flowers, a swimming pool etc. The tourists will have to be satisfied with the view of the garden by peeping from the gate of the Main Palace Entrance. The location is a excellent attraction for tourists to take photographs especially with the guard on the horse. All round the palace is fenced up and the Royal Insignia of His Majesty is placed on each steel bar between two pillars of the fence.
Two guards stationary as ever at the main entrance which resembles an arch is an attractive sight showing the majesty of the King’s palace. The two guard posts are found to shelter two members of the cavalry. From 2013, they wear their full dress uniform of Malay traditional attire as it was during the Malay Sultanate era.
It is a very nice place to see, with beautiful Islamic construction. The new RM 997 million Istana Negara complex is located near Jalan Duta, Kuala Lumpur.
From here we can see the twin tower and the KL tower. You can get a panoramic view of Kuala Lumpur huge garden and the pool that are here. Its architecture is the most beautiful one in KL. The area surrounding the palace is large and it gives a very serene atmosphere.
It looks Majestic and gives us an opportunity to visualize how the King Yang di-Pertuan Agong who dwelled here in the past. The layout is lovely and looks very clean and Green. It is a must see attraction in KL.
Although you can't enter the palace yet you can take photo infornt of the Palace main gate. A clear sky will help you to take good shot. Lush green scenic beauty is found all around.
Written April 11, 2017
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Dr. Schrooden Ghirfausser
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia81 contributions
Apr 2013
Its finally exposed to the public, the personafication of ancient royale setup in modern intrepetation, enjoyable for history enthusiast and aristocratic lovers. Its like travelling back to time when the Sultan is at the peak of its kingdom. Don't miss this site, its really worth it.
Written April 25, 2013
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hossainimam
Barasat, India250 contributions
Sep 2019 • Couples
It can only be seen behind the gate where royal guards will check you out.very hot place with no shades no drinking water
Written September 4, 2019
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Mark L
Cambridge, UK93 contributions
Google maps show a walking route from Tan Sambanthan monorail station , behind a school and along a small roadway , is it possible to enter this way or is the entrance another way ?
Thanks
independantice
Milton Keynes, UK1,011 contributions
You cant actually go into the palace
Think Buckingham palace
You can walk upto the gates take photos with the guards
We actually stood inside the box with the guard but thats it
If you plan to walk make sure you have hats water etc as the weather will be hot
Is that on the top of hill ? As the entrance is down the slope
Hope this is helpful
rakeshtnair
Kozhikode, India4 contributions
Which is the nearest LRT to istana negara kuala lumpur ?
Thisanthi
Colombo270 contributions
Sorry I took a cab from KL city and it took me only 10 MYR which is not bad.
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- Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour (From $21.78)
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- Kuala Lumpur Cruise Excursions from Port Klang for KL City Tour (From $85.67)
- Private Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Exploration Tour (From $30.00)
- Hotels near Istana Negara:
- (1.03 mi) Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara
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- (1.79 mi) The Chow Kit - an Ormond Hotel
- (1.79 mi) MoMo's Kuala Lumpur
- Restaurants near Istana Negara:
- (0.00 mi) Brasserie Enfin
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