Central Market, Art Deco market building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Central Market is a two-story building with a symmetrical facade showing geometric patterns and horizontal lines typical of 1930s architecture. The structure divides clearly into different sections that display various goods and craft traditions.
The building was completed in 1937 and replaced an original wet market from 1888 that served tin miners and early Kuala Lumpur residents. The new structure reflected a time when the city was modernizing and reorganizing market life.
The interior is divided into three sections where Malay, Chinese, and Indian crafts and foods sit side by side. You can see how these communities have shaped what people buy and eat in the market.
The market is easy to reach through Pasar Seni station, which connects to the LRT Kelana Jaya Line and MRT Kajang Line. Access is straightforward, and the proximity to major transit hubs makes visiting convenient.
The building houses the Central Market Annexe with art galleries and studios where local artists display contemporary Malaysian artwork. This artistic space shows a creative scene that has grown alongside the traditional market trading.
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