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National Monument

Jalan Tamingsari | Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Ranked #38 of 106 attractions in Kuala Lumpur
4.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

A place to honour the fallen soldiers. The area itself isn't shaded. So make sure you wear your sun screen lotion and cap or bring an umbrella to shade you from the heat especially in the hot afternoon sun! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

A wonderful monument set amongst beautiful fountains and gardens. The memorial is to honour the fallen soldiers (including Australians) in various wars. More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

This site is not near any public transport but its a site to remembers the soldiers that has sacrifice for malaysia. Just enjoy the greenery surroundings and if you are lucky you can spot wedding processions for photo taking. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

Worth a visit for first timer. nothing else very great. Couldn't get the meaning of the monument. Who were those soldiers? More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

The place is located 5 opposite the :Lake Garden, approximately 5 minutes drive from busy Merdeka Square area. There is no entrance fee and there are limited parking space available outside the monument. The main attraction would be the monument. If you take a 5 minutes walk down the hill, you may find some sculptures inside a small garden. There... More

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KL, Malaysia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

if you are into history, dont miss it. a though-provoker about the sacrifices of others in the history of Malaysia. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

If you are around the Lake Gardens area then this monument is worth a visit.The first thing that impressed me was the size which is quite large. The predominately blue colors used are really vivid and bright which adds a moderness to this structure.It is surrounded by water which makes it quite interesting. After visiting the monument then you will... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2011

The monument is amazing depicting the soldiers who fought against the Japanese in the war. More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011

The National Monument (Tugu Negara) is actually a pair of monuments in a single plaza, both dedicated to those who died in Malaysia's major wars. They're not spectacular to see, so unless you're Malaysian or a serious Malaysian history buff, you're unlikely to be moved by them. The older one is a solemn, blocky cenotaph dedicated to those who died... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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Like all tourists to Kualalumpur,we also have had a peek at the very famous National Monument.It was costructed to par rich and glowing tributes to the valiant military men who sacrificed their lives during the World War I and World warII and also the communist insurgency.The huge Bronze Statue with seven soldiers holding the national flag is really very appealing.The... More

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