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 Built in 1935 as the
residence of Eu Tong Seng, a wealthy tin miner, the
Malaysia Tourist Information Complex is a historical
landmark which served as the war office of the British
Army and also as the headquarters of the Japanese Army
during World War II. The tourist attraction is also
known as the Malaysia Tourism Centre (MTC). This popular place of interest was also the venue for the first
sitting of Malaysia's parliament and the installation
ceremonies of several kings of the country but now has
become once of the most frequented place by foreign visitors to
seek directions and help whenever they are in Kuala
Lumpur. The staff here will make your visit to this
country as pleasant as possible. Maps and pamphlets are easily
Photo: Malaysia Tourism Centre
obtained here for
free of charge.
This historical building was
renovated in 1988 for its present use as a one-stop
tourist information centre. The complex houses other
facilities such as an auditorium, information desk, souvenir shop and
a restaurant and has become a favorite meeting place for
foreign visitors. Tourists are delighted to know that
there are also cultural performances and theatrical
shows being held here at its auditorium. Also called the
Pusat Pelancongan Malaysia, visitors coming here will
find this place very helpful.
Opening times: 9.00am to
6.00pm daily
Address: 109 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Cultural performances: 3.00pm to
4.15pm every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
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