Monday, 3 November 2025

LRT Pasar Seni to Merdeka Square

 

View of Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur at dawn, featuring the Sultan Abdul Samad Building with its clock tower and red domes, the Merdeka 118 tower rising in the background, and surrounding modern office buildings under the soft early morning light.
Dawn breaks over Merdeka Square, the historic heart of Kuala Lumpur

It takes about 5 minutes to walk from LRT Pasar Seni Station to Merdeka Square (Independent Square). 

Along the way, you'll pass Central Market, the National Textile Museum, and rows of graceful colonial buildings that reflect Kuala Lumpur's heritage charm.

 

LRT Pasar Seni Station, Kuala Lumpur.


Exit from Gate D:

LRT Pasar Seni Station, Kuala Lumpur.


LRT Pasar Seni Station, Kuala Lumpur.



LRT Pasar Seni Station, Kuala Lumpur.




Klang River:

The Klang River and its riverside walkway are just outside LRT Pasar Seni Station, with the Pos Malaysia building on the other side of the river.


Follow the pathway to the maid road
The walkway toward Central Market.


Cross the road:

Pedestrians crossing the road to Central Market.


The blue building is Central Market.

Cross the road and head left. 

After crossing the road, continue on the riverside walkway to your left.


And walk along Klang River:

A riverside walkway in Kuala Lumpur with a tall white modern building in the background, part of the River of Life area. On the right, an elevated highway casts a shadow over the pedestrian path, while the river runs alongside with graffiti on its embankment walls under a bright blue sky.
Riverside walkway near LRT Pasar Seni Station

Urban walkway beside a canal on a sunny day, leading to a staircase and elevated pedestrian bridge. The bridge crosses the canal and connects to a city area with high-rise buildings, including one prominently marked "OCBC Bank." Metal railings line the path, and surveillance cameras are mounted on poles. Greenery borders the right side of the walkway.
City walkway beside Klang River, leading to a pedestrian bridge.

Walkway beside Klang River.



Beautiful riverside walkway in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Riverside walkway leading to the River of Life in Kuala Lumpur.


Turn left at the main road:

The River of Life is just across the road — a nice spot to visit after exploring Merdeka Square.


Follow the pedestrian walkway — you’ll see heritage buildings on both sides of the road.

The walkway toward Merdeka Square, framed by heritage charm.

The pedestrian walkway leading to Merdeka Square.


Cross the road at the traffic light and head right:

The National Textile Museum building is on your left.


Cross the road. Merdeka Square is on your right:

Pedestrians cross by a heritage building as the Malaysian flag waves high against the clear blue sky at Merdeka Square.

A view of Merdeka Square with Merdeka 118, Malaysia’s tallest beacon of progress.

A view of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, featuring its iconic red domes and clock tower. Behind it, the modern Merdeka 118 skyscraper rises sharply into the cloudy sky, symbolizing the contrast between colonial architecture and contemporary design. In the foreground, a stone pathway bears the engraved words "Independence was declared here on the 31st August 1957," commemorating Malaysia's historic moment.
Independence was declared here on 31st August 1957, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia's history. Towering in the background, the Merdeka 118 skyscraper pierces the cloudy sky, symbolizing the nation's progress and modern aspirations.



It was here that the Malaysia flag was raised to replace the Union Jack on 31st August 1957.



Merdeka Square.

Dawn view of Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur, showing the Sultan Abdul Samad Building with its clock tower and red domes in front, surrounded by modern skyscrapers including the KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers in the background, with a wide green field in the foreground.
Merdeka Square with the Sultan Abdul Samad Building with its clock tower and red domes in front, surrounded by modern skyscrapers including the KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers in the background.



Early dawn at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building — quiet streets and soft light reveal Kuala Lumpur’s blend of heritage and modern skyline, with the towering Merdeka 118 rising in the background.

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