The National Monument - TUGU NEGARA.

Date: 8 December 2012

The National Monument - TUGU NEGARA.

The National Monument is a sculpture that commemorates those who died in Malaysia's struggle for freedom, principally against the Japanese occupation during World War II and the Malayan Emergency, which lasted from 1948 until 1960.

The National Monument is located at a walking distance from the famous Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur. The National Monument is a sculpture which was built in remembrance of the brave soldiers who died fighting for the independence of our country. This historic sculpture has also marked its place in the book of records for being the tallest freestanding group of bronze sculptures.

You will see 7 bronze figures of soldiers, each of which symbolizes leadership, suffering, unity, vigilance, strength, courage and sacrifice. 5 of the figures represents the victorious allied forces while the other 2 figures that lie on the ground represents that of the defeated communist forces.

The National Monument is a 48,562 sq meter space with 5 major components. The components are the monument, the pavilion, the surrounding gardens, the fountains and the war memorial. The National Monument was designed by an American architect named Felix de Weldon who also designed the famous Iwo Jima Memorial. Every year on 31st of July, the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, the Prime Minister as well as the heads of military and police pay their respects to the heroes who have fought so hard to free our country from the clenches of foreign occupation.

This is another site that tourist should not missed about Malaysia. There are many tours available by local travel agency that brings you to this spot. If you are in Kuala Lumpur, make sure you have time for visiting the National Monument or known as 'Tugu Negara' by Malaysian.

Photos:

Photo 1: Many tourists taking photos at the National Monument.

Photo 2: The National Monument.

Photo 3: Many tourists at the National Monument.

Photo 4: A view of National Monument.

Photo 5: National Monument.

Photo 6: Read the story of the National Monument.

Photo 7: Visiting Hours to the National Monument.