National Automobile Museum

The National Automobile Museum was a project inspired by Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia’s 4^th Prime Minister, to showcase the historical development of the transportation system and the national automotive industry as well as the country’s success in its venture into this industry. This two-storey museum, located at the Sepang International Circuit Welcome Centre was opened to the public in March 2004.

Gallery

The exhibition area on the first floor starts with an introduction to the National Automobile Museum as well as the history of the development of Malaysia’s transportation system, followed by two segments, namely the Sepang International Circuit segments and the Classic and Vintage segment. The former showcases the development and the growth of the Sepang International Circuit, the brainchild of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. The Classic and Vintage segment display a collection of cars, 25 to more than 50 years old, which were previously used in this country and have their own unique history.

The 2^nd floor exhibition area is divided into five segments, comprising a display of the national automotive industry which enabling visitors to learn and explore in depth the contributions made by five local companies, namely DRB-Hicom, Proton, Bufori, Modenas and Perodua in leading, developing and promoting this industry.

Collections

The National Automobile Museum displays as many as 22 classic and local models. The models displayed include a collection of six classic and vintage cars, namely the MGTD, Alvis Tourer, Jaguar D-Type, Austin Healy 3000, Ford Speedster and Brushmobile. These models are among the oldest models and one of six found in the world. Among the local and international models on display are Proton, Perodua, DRB-Hicom, Modenas and Bufori.

Facilities

Guided Tours

Mini Library

Washroom

How To Get There

The National Automobile Museum is located approximately 85 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre and is connected with the Middle Ring Road of the North-South Highway (Elite), PLUS Highway, and several other highways as well as the Express Railway link (ERL) route. Taxis and busses heading to the Sepang International circuit can be boarded at the KL Sentral Station or KLIA Sepang.

Nearby Attractions

- Sepang International Circuit

- Kuala Lumpur International Airport

- Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT – now KLIA2)

- Nilai 3 Commercial Centre

- Grilled Fish Centre, Bagan Lalang, Sepang.

- Sepang Gold Coast.

General Information

FREE ENTRANCE

Visiting Hours

9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

National Automobile Museum,

International Sepang Circuit,

Jalan Pekeliling, 64000 KLIA,

Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Tel. : 03 – 8787 1499 / 4759

Fax. : 03 – 8787 3732

http://www.jmm.gov.my/ms/museum/muzium-automobile-nasional

Royal Museum, Kuala Lumpur

The Royal Museum, housed at the former National Palace, Jalan Istana, Kuala Lumpur, was the residence of His Majesty and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Her Majesty the Raja Permaisuri Agong from 1957 to 2011. The building was then converted to the Royal Museum, which has been open to the public since February 2013. The Royal Museum aims to uphold the Constitutional Monarchy in Malaysia by disseminating knowledge about the role of the institutions of the building itself.

Gallery

The Old National Palace building complex consists of two blocks, namely;

The Balairung Seri Gallery – was built in the 1980s and was used for the official ceremonies of his Majesty, the Raja Permaisuri Agong.

The Royal Mesuem is located approximately 5 kilometers from KL Sentral, via routes heading along Jalan Istana to Jalan Petaling. Visitors can board a taxi or use their own transport following the road signs.

Collections

The Royal Throne

Was fashioned from cengal wood without the use of nails. The steps signify the elevation the elevated that the Throne commands where as the row of five pillars symbolizes the Rukun Negara (The National Principles).

The Dinner Service

The royal dinner service has its own monogrammed cutlery, customized with the seal of the Royal Coat-of-Arms engraved on each piece.

The Royal Coat-of-Arms

Symbolizes the Constitutional Monarchy of Malaysia. The Coat-of-Arms is placed in the center flanked by two sheaves of paddy representing abundance and prosperity.

Ticket Price

Category                                                    Ticket Price

Adult (local citizens / MyCard)                    RM   5.00

Adult (Foreign Tourists).                              RM 10.00

Children (6-12 years).                                   RM   2.00

(Local / MyKid)

Student                                                         RM     3.00

(without uniform 13-17 years old)

Children                                                        RM   5.00

(Foreign tourist 6-12 years old)

Senior Citizens / Disabled                            RM      3.00

Children below 5                                                FREE

Visiting Hours

9:00 am – 5 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

Royal Museum,

Jalan Istana,

50460 Kuala Lumpur

Tel. : 603 – 2272 1896

Fax  : 603 – 2272 1907

http://www.jmm.gov.my/en/museum/muzium-diraja

The Malay World, Ethnology Museum

Ethnology Museum located nearby the Sentral Station, Kuala Lumpur

The idea for the establishment of the Malay World Ethnology Museum was first proposed by Malay scholars during the Conference of Malay Civilization in 1989. The design concept concept of the museum is inspired by a traditional Malay house, which can clearly be seen on the design of its porch and rooftop. This museum was officially opened to the public in March 2002.

Gallery

The Malay World Ethnology Museum focuses on the diversity of Malay society and culture in Malaysia through highly aesthetic collections of artefacts, such as traditional arts, clothing and jewelry, traditional games and weaponry. In addition, the depiction of the social and cultural life of the Malays in Malaysia in the gallery in portrayed by dioramas of a Malay traditional village; a Wayang Kulit (shadow play) theatre; a Malay wedding dais; and the making of Wau Bulan (moon-kites).

Shadow play with traditional characters.

Among others exhibit in the museum.

Collections

Among the fascinating collections on display are the Cik Siti Wan Kembang dress; the wedding dais of Perak; wayang kulit (shadow play) figures; a variety of replicas of perahu (boats); variously shaped congkak boards; wau bulan (moon-kites); musical instruments; wood carvings; and traditional weapons such as the keris, cannon, spear, sundang (sword) and others.

How To Get There

Located within the compound of the National Museum, visitors can take a taxi or bus (KL City Shuttle for a day trip) at KL Sentral Station or via alternative transportation centered at the KL Sentral Station such as the Commuter, Putra LRT, Monorail, or by walking approximately 1.3 km to the museum.

Traditional moon-kite highly decorated from East Coast of Malaysia.

Nearby Attractions

- Perdana Lake Garden

- Planetarium

- Islamic Art Museum

- Bird Park

- Tun Abdul Razak Memorial

Facilities

- Café

- Parking

- Prayer room

- Rest hut

- ATM Machine

General Information

Free Entrance

Visiting Hours

9 am – 6 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

Malay World Ethnology Museum,

Jalan Damansara

50566 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: 03 – 2282 6255 ext: 340 / 182 / 181