Perdana Putra, Prime Minister office in Putrajaya, Malaysia
Perdana Putra is a five-story administrative complex in Putrajaya, Malaysia, with natural stone walls, a central green dome, and four smaller subsidiary domes. Broad staircases lead to the main entrance, while colonnaded walkways line the facade and offer sweeping views of the surrounding lakes and gardens.
Construction began in 1997 and was completed in 1999, when the government moved from Kuala Lumpur. The building was planned as the centerpiece of the new federal capital and symbolizes the decentralization of Malaysian administration.
The name comes from Sanskrit and means 'first prince', connecting administrative power with royal tradition in everyday Malaysian use. Visitors notice how the arcaded galleries and colonnades echo palace architecture found across the Malay world, creating a building that feels both formal and familiar.
The grounds are open to viewing, while the interior is accessible only during official events. The best vantage point is on the opposite shore of the lake, where the full facade comes into view.
The domes are covered with green copper tiles that developed their color through natural aging. The geometric patterns on the facades draw from traditional Malay carving techniques and were translated into stonework.
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