Independence Square is a historic public square in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building where the Malaysian flag was first hoisted on August 31, 1957, marking the end of colonial rule. The square features a 95-metre flagpole, one of the world's tallest, and serves as the venue for Malaysia's annual Independence Day Parade and national celebrations. Visitors can see significant colonial-era architecture, including the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Royal Selangor Club, and nearby museums that tell the story of Kuala Lumpur's history.
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