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Address:Jalan Tun Razak, 50694 Kuala Lumpur.
Phone No: 603-40265555
Istana Budaya is the eminent venue for all forms of theatre, including operetta, classical concert, musical theater and opera, in Malaysia. Located next to the National Art Gallery in Jalan Tun Razak, Istana Budaya or the Palace of Culture is a major landmark in the city of Kuala Lumpur. This cultural center was founded in Sep' 1999 to promote the artistic and cultural heritage of the country. Sprawled in an area of 54,400 mē, the Istana Budaya was formally inaugurated by the ex-Prime Minister of Malaysia -Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed, in 1999.
Its construction began in 1995 only to get completed within 3 years. As soon as, the construction was completed, Panggung Negara-the earlier national theater, was relocated here. Istana Budaya is also the abode of the National Theater Company and the National Symphony Orchestra. This cultural centre is intended to raise the standard of theater, to develop artistic excellence in performing arts, to popularize first-rate theater productions, and to develop the intellect of artistic gratitude.
Muhammad Kamar Ya'akub designed this innovative building, taking inspiration from the traditional moon kite. Its interior was built using local resources, like marble and premium tropical wood from Langkawi. Istana Budaya A few of the edifice's interesting features comprise of the turquoise folds on the roof and the intricate design of the foyer. However, the focal structure takes its shape from the 'Sirih Junjung which is a conventional arrangement of betel leaves used during Malay ceremonies.
Source: http://www.malaysiatravel.org.uk/tourist-attraction/kuala-lumpur/attractions/istana-budaya.html
Website: http://www.istanabudaya.gov.my/home
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