Muara Bustak a.k.a Kuala Lumpur by Dato’ Ar. Hajeedar Abdul Majid

Posted on May 4, 2026 Updated on May 4, 2026

Do join us for a fascinating talk on early Malay settlements in Kuala Lumpur, in particular Muara Bustak which was the original name of Kuala Lumpur among the Mandailing community. The talk will be delivered by Dato’ Ar (Dr) Hajeedar Abdul Majid.

Admission is free. Click HERE to register.

Venue: Workplace at The River (W@TR), Level 1, Wisma Maran, 28 Medan Pasar, 50050 Kuala Lumpur (nearest LRT: Masjid Jamek)

This talk will explore a historical insight on the humble origin of indigenous human settlements at the confluence of Sungai Gombak and Sungai Kelang in Selangor, known as ‘Muara Bustak’ by the Mandailing community of the 1800s.

It narrates the natural evolution of various communities, including displacements as spurred by intense social, trading and economic activities over the last 200 years which have developed into the modern Kuala Lumpur as we now recognize in this 21st Century.

Kuala Lumpur in its current global and multi cultural ethnic form, is a classic and unique evidence of humanistic values, achievements and quality of life built on mutual respect, tolerance and co-existence with nature. The total environment therefore embodies a distinct Malaysian character, Identity and Heritage Values worthy of understanding, tolerance, sustaining and preservation for the future generations.

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KL Trails & Tales: Selected stories on Kuala Lumpur’s forgotten memories by Mariana Isa & Maganjeet Kaur

Posted on May 3, 2026 Updated on May 8, 2026

We kick-off our series on the early history of our city with a fascinating talk on old Kuala Lumpur by Mariana Isa and Maganjeet Kaur. We look forward to seeing you at the talk!

Admission is free; however, this session is now fully booked – we thank you for the incredible response. A limited number of walk-in seats is subject to availability.

Venue: Workplace at The River (W@TR), Level 1, Wisma Maran, 28 Medan Pasar, 50050 Kuala Lumpur (nearest LRT: Masjid Jamek)

This talk shares selected stories uncovered while developing the narratives for KL DULU: Jejak Warisan Kuala Lumpur under Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur. Through walking the city, researching its streets, and revisiting familiar landmarks, the session brings together some forgotten memories of Kuala Lumpur’s buildings, neighbourhoods, and public spaces. It offers a journey through stories discovered along the way — some hidden in archives, some found on the ground, and others revealed through walking, observing, and asking new questions about the city.

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