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A one-stop tourist centre, services and facilities include an information counter, a tourist police counter, free internet access, money changers and souvenir shops.

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Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

The Malaysia Tourism Centre , or MaTiC, in Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur is a heritage building and landmark and a good place for newly arrived visitors to obtain tourist information on Malaysia (though obviously not as good as this website)!

The Building

It is hard to imagine now but this attractive colonial era building was once surrounded by a six acre rambutan orchard.  The elegant mansion started out life in 1935 as a plush home for a wealthy mining and plantation magnate, Eu Tong Sen. 

During the Second World War the building served as a military office, firstly for the British, then the Japanese, and, after the War, for the British again. 

After Independence the building was refurbished and used as a conference venue and offices for various government departments. The first meeting of Malaya’s House of Representatives was held on 12th September 1959 in the building’s conference hall named Dewan Tunku Abdul Rahman. Since then the hall has been the venue of a number of other significant ceremonies and events.

In 1988, after further renovation and extension, the building became a tourist information centre, evolving into today’s MaTiC, Malaysia’s one-stop tourist complex.

Tourist Information

Similar to this website, MaTiC provides tourist information, in brochure and leaflet form, on Malaysian topics such as Architecture, Beaches & Islands, Cultural, Gastronomy, Historical and Religion. You can find out what events are taking place in various parts of the country during your visit.

In addition to the tourist information counters you can also find a 24 hour tourist police office in case you find yourself in difficulties such as lost passport or you are unlucky enough to be the victim of a crime.

Other services include:

• Free internet zone
• A travel agent counter
• A money changer
• A very nice café
• A free cultural show at 3pm every day except Sundays.
• A souvenir shop
• A chocolate boutique
• A restaurant
• A counter and bus stop for the KL Hop-On Hop-Off Bus (not to be confused with the Go-KL City Bus , which is free and which also stops at MaTiC).

With all these facilities you can see that MaTiC is a destination in its own right.

Opening Hours

Open Monday - Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

How to Get to Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)

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Pusat Pelancongan Malaysia (MATIC)

109, Jalan Ampang,

50450, Kuala Lumpur,

GPS: 3.156729, 101.707179

Tel: 03 9235 4800 / 4900

 Fax: 03 2162 1149

 [email protected]

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MaTiC – Malaysia Tourism Information Centre in Kuala Lumpur

The Malaysia Tourism Centre (Pusat Pelancongan Malaysia) is located within a building in Kuala Lumpur, which is both an architectural and historical landmark. The main building was built in 1935 and served as the residence of a wealthy mining and rubber estate tycoon, Eu Tong Seng. Its architecture is typically colonial reflecting the era during which it was built.

In 1941, it briefly housed the war office of the British Army. However, when the Japanese invaded Malaya during the Second World War, it became the headquarters for the Japanese Imperial Army until the end of the war in 1945. Soon after, the new government of the Federation of Malaya (as Malaysia was then termed) claimed ownership of the building. A conference hall was added and named the Tunku Abdul Rahman Hall, in honour of YTM Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al Haj, the country’s first Prime Minister.

Since then, the Hall has become the venue for numerous historical events including the Malayan Parliament in 1959 and the Installation Ceremonies for several of Yang DiPertuan Agong (Malaysian Kings).

In 1988, the then Ministry of Culture, Arts and Tourism refurbished the main building, added two wings to the existing building and renamed it the Malaysia Tourist Information Complex (MATIC). Opened to the public since mid-August 1989, MATIC offered a wide range of facilities and services to assist tourists in planning their holidays in Malaysia. It also enabled them to experience the essence of Malaysia within the Complex through the various cultural shows and demonstrations. On February 16, 2001, the name was changed and the Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) or also known as Pusat Pelancongan Malaysia, was born.

Facilities and Services at MaTiC

• Tourist Information Counter
• Tourist Police Counter
• Malaysian Heritage Exhibition
• Access to Internet
• Malaysian Travel Business
• Karyaneka (Craft Shop)
• Money Changer
• Cultural Show
• Top Spinning Court
• “Batik” (Fabric Painting/Printing) Demonstration
• Souvenir Shop
• Coco Boutique
• Hop On Hop Off Bus
• Traxx FM Studio

Malaysia Tourism Information Centre Opening Hours

Tourism Information Counter Opening Hours Daily from 8.00am – 10.00pm.

Administration Office Hours Monday – Friday : 7.30am – 5.30pm

Contact Details

Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel : +6(03)9235 4848 / +6(03)9235 4800 Fax : +6(03)2162 1149

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.mtc.gov.my

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TOURISM MALAYSIA ENHANCES PRESENCE AT KITF 2024 IN KAZAKHSTAN

H.E. Mohd Adli Bin Abdullah, Malaysia Ambassador to The Republic of Kazakhstan (Centre) Officiated Malaysia Pavilion at The Kazakhstan International Exhibition Tourism and Travel (KITF) 2024

ALMATY, 24 April 2024 – Tourism Malaysia gears up its promotion in Central Asia by participating in the 22nd Kazakhstan International Exhibition “Tourism and Travel” (KITF) 2024, scheduled from 24 to 26 April 2024 at the Atakent International Exhibition Centre in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

This three-day event serves as a vital platform to strengthen Malaysia's presence in the Central Asia market and to provide updates on recent advancements and tourism development in Malaysia, particularly as Malaysia aims to welcome 35.6 million international tourist arrivals with projected tourism receipts of RM147.1 billion for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

The opening ceremony for Malaysia’s pavilion was attended by H.E. Mohd Adli Abdullah, Ambassador of Malaysia to the Republic of Kazakhstan, along with Mr. Nor Shazly Azmi, Director of Tourism Malaysia Almaty Office. The Malaysian delegation comprises tour operators, destination management companies (DMCs), tourism-related services, and airlines including Air Asia X Berhad, Embassy Alliance Travel, Fun & Sun Holidays, Asia Premium Holidays, and Menara Kuala Lumpur.

Mr. Nor Shazly highlighted that Kazakhstan remains one of the important and emerging tourism source markets in Central Asia, contributing 8,298 tourist arrivals to Malaysia in 2023. Packages focusing on islands and beaches, ecotourism, and cultural experiences will be promoted during the fair.

Other top markets generating tourist arrivals to Malaysia include Uzbekistan (12,157), Kyrgyzstan (2,425), Tajikistan (1,146), and Turkmenistan (1,071). In 2023, Malaysia welcomed a total of 20.14 million international tourists, generating RM71.3 billion in tourism receipts.

“With Air Asia X providing four direct flights per week to Malaysia and with a capacity of 1,140 passengers per week, it serves as the perfect gateway for travellers to explore Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings and highlights the scope for collaboration between tourism travel players in Malaysia and Kazakhstan,” Mr Nor Shazly added.

Visitors can explore Malaysia’s rich tapestry of offerings tailored for the Kazakhstan market at Tourism Malaysia’s booth at Pavilion 10, Stands 10-40. Visitors also have the opportunity to participate in an exciting lucky draw for a chance to win incredible prizes such as return flight tickets from Almaty to Kuala Lumpur, accommodation, and merchandise from Tourism Malaysia and Air Asia.

About Tourism Malaysia

Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, also known as Tourism Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia. It focuses on the specific task of promoting Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination. Since its inception, it has emerged as a major player in the international tourism scene.

The next Visit Malaysia Year, set to take place in 2026, will commemorate the sustainability of the nation's tourism industry, which is also in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Furthermore, Tourism Malaysia actively endorses the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT), working towards the realisation of the IMT-GT Visiting Year 2023-2025, with the shared aim of promoting the region as a unified tourism destination. For more information, visit Tourism Malaysia’s social media accounts on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok .

For enquiries, please contact:

Nor Shazly Azmy Director Tourism Malaysia Almaty [email protected] Tel: +7 727 355 1430

Marhafizman Mohamad Daud Senior Tourism Officer Corporate Communications Division [email protected] Tel: +603 8891 8785

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