The National Monument was built to recognise and honour those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of communism. Within the National Monument grounds is one of the world's largest free-standing bronze sculptures. It was sculpted in 1966 by Felix de Weldon, who was also the creator of the famous Iwo Jima monument in Washington DC.
There are seven bronze human figures atop an oblong base; each figure denoting one of seven qualities: courage, leadership, sacrifice, strength, suffering, unity and vigilance.
The topmost figure, at the centre, holds aloft the Malaysian flag. He is flanked on the left and right by two other soldiers, both armed; the figure on the left is armed with a machinegun, while the other carries a rifle and a bayonet.
Next to the National Monument are the ASEAN Gardens and the Tun Razak Memorial, which houses memorabilia of Malaysia's second Prime Minister, the late Tun Abdul Razak Hussein.
Getting Here
By Taxi
The National Monument is located next to Lake Gardens and is right off Jalan Parlimen.
Who To Contact
Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)
Address:
109 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: 1 300 88 5050
Fax: +603-2162 1149
Email: enquiries@tourism.gov.my
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