Rumah Tangsi — Attraction in Kuala Lumpur

"Did you know about Rumah Tangsi?" A friend asked me one day, sparking my curiosity. I had heard whispers of this historical gem, but never delved deeper.

"It's this magnificent mansion, built way back in the early 1900s by a wealthy businessman named Loke Chow Kit," they continued. "Imagine, a blend of European and local architectural styles, a true masterpiece of its time."

Intrigued, I decided to explore further. Rumah Tangsi, or Loke Chow Kit Mansion as it's also known, stands tall on Jalan Tangsi, a silent guardian of Kuala Lumpur's past. Its grand facade, a harmonious fusion of Eclectic-Neoclassical elements, is a testament to the city's colonial heritage.

Back in the day, this mansion was more than just a residence. It was a cultural hub, a place where art, music, and intellectual discussions flourished. Today, it continues to play a vital role in preserving our cultural heritage. The mansion has been meticulously restored, bringing its faded glory back to life. Its elegant rooms and spacious halls now host a variety of events, from exhibitions to concerts, attracting both locals and tourists.

As I wandered through its corridors, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. Every corner, every detail, whispered stories of a bygone era. It's a reminder of the city's rich history and the remarkable individuals who shaped it.

If you ever find yourself in Kuala Lumpur, I highly recommend visiting Rumah Tangsi. It's not just a building; it's a portal to the past, a place where history and...

As you walk around the halls, you can almost feel the echoes of the past.

Not only is the building beautiful, it is so rich with history as it used to be the mansion of the famous Loke Chow Kit, one of the wealthiest Malaysian aristocrats around way back in 1900’s.

The place has its own aura of the classy and modern which attracts people with good background mostly - educated and civilized, takes you away from the negative air that indwells the country today.

A magnificent building sitting right in the middle of KL, you can envision the life of the late Chow Kit here, opening the windows in the morning to see the heart of KL. It was nothing there during the 90’s but if you open the windows now, you’ll see a clear vision of KL in all it’s splendor with the KLCC, KL Tower, & Merdeka 118 as we used to see in postcards.

Truly remarkable, I came and celebrated Raya here and was superbly blown away...

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1. Great historical venue, originally Chow Kit Residence, then a hotel, later renamed Rumah Tangsi, now an event space

👎🏼 2) Not really accessible through public transport, so most visitors would be coming via driving or taking e-hailing rides, resulted shortage of car parking

3. Also no nearby public parking spaces, the location could be easily missed, as it is hidden behind the high res commercial buildings

4. Only two male toilets (cubicles), and the floor is constantly wet, with low level of maintenance.

5. With really limited car parking bays and toilet facilities, not an ideal event spaces.

6. COVID-19 SOP hard to adhere - from QR code scanning of the MySejahtera (app) to body temperature checking. There are often two entrances to Rumah Tangsi, but only one entrance has the QR code and...