Merdeka 118, Mixed-use skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The 678.9-meter Merdeka 118 contains 118 floors of glass-clad triangular sections rising above the central business district of Kuala Lumpur.
The construction of this second tallest building in the world began in July 2014 and reached its final height with the installation of its spire in 2021.
The name Merdeka, meaning independence in Malay, reflects its location near Stadium Merdeka where Malaysia declared independence from British rule in 1957.
The tower houses 87 elevators serving 400,000 square meters of office spaces, hotel rooms, retail areas, and observation decks across its 118 levels.
The exterior design incorporates traditional Malay songket patterns into its geometric glass facade, creating a modern interpretation of local textile art.
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Inception: 2023
Architects: Fender Katsalidis Architects
Official opening: 2023
Floors above the ground: 118
Floors below the ground: 5
Elevators: 87
Height: 678.9 m
Address: Cangkat Stadium, City Centre, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur 50150
Website: https://merdeka118.com
GPS coordinates: 3.14167,101.70056
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:43
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