Old General Post Office Reopens As KL Heritage, Culinary Destination

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 Bernama) -- Khazanah Nasional Berhad has reopened the Old General Post Office (PPBL) at Block 2 of the Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad Complex, revitalising the iconic heritage landmark as a vibrant cultural and culinary destination in the heart of the federal capital.

The reopening marks the third heritage conservation project undertaken by Khazanah Nasional in Kuala Lumpur under its Kuala Lumpur Heritage (Warisan KL) initiative, following earlier restorations involving Block 1 of the Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad Complex and Seri Negara.

Khazanah Nasional managing director Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir said the initiative was not only about conserving historic buildings, but also about revitalising Kuala Lumpur as a destination with a distinct identity.

“Through the conservation of heritage assets, we hope to encourage more Malaysians and international tourists to explore the city, thereby supporting local economic activities, strengthening the nation’s cultural identity, and boosting the tourism ecosystem as well as the urban economy.

“Drawing from Malaysia’s diverse culinary traditions, including elements recognised as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage, PPBL demonstrates how heritage can remain relevant, inclusive and sustainable for present and future generations,” he said.

The PPBL opening ceremony was attended by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud.

Khazanah Nasional said the PPBL, which once served as Kuala Lumpur’s main General Post Office, has been revitalised as a heritage-based culinary space bringing together eight local brands and offering food-, culture- and community-oriented experiences.

In conjunction with the opening, Khazanah Nasional also launched the “Warkah Untuk Malaysia” campaign, which runs from May 23 to 31 July, inviting the public to share their hopes and aspirations for the country through handwritten postcards or digital platforms.

Members of the public are encouraged to take part in the campaign through special writing spaces at selected venues, including PPBL, or via online platforms.

The initiative seeks to bring together the voices and stories of Malaysians, reflecting a shared spirit of unity, hope and love for the nation.

Selected postcards will be compiled into a video, which will be published in conjunction with the National Month and Malaysia Day celebrations from Aug 31 to Sept 16, 2026.

PPBL is open to the public from today (May 23), with visiting hours from 10 am to 10 pm.

--BERNAMA