Merdeka Square or Dataran Merdeka is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is situated in front of theSultan Abdul Samad Building. It was here the Union Flag was lowered and the Malayan flag hoisted for the first time at midnight (time: 12:00 AM) on 31 August 1957. Since then, Merdeka Square has been the usual venue for the annual Merdeka Parade (National Day Parade).
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