Stadium Merdeka, Sports stadium in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Malaysian Public Works Department designed this circular stadium with prestressed floodlight towers and cantilever shell roofs spanning across the grandstands.
Constructed in 1956, Stadium Merdeka became the site where Tunku Abdul Rahman declared Malaysian independence from British colonial rule in August 1957.
The stadium serves as a national monument, hosting significant Malaysian ceremonies, sports competitions, and international entertainment performances throughout its existence.
Located near Maharajalela Monorail station, the 25,000-capacity venue maintains its original structural elements while providing modern amenities for various events.
The stadium received the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Excellence in Heritage Conservation following restoration work that returned it to its 1957 configuration.
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Architects: Malaysian Public Works Department
Official opening: August 21, 1957
Capacity: 25000
GPS coordinates: 3.13909,101.70058
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:53
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