The building was built in 1888 by the city’s Chinese Kapitan, Yap Ah Loy. Central Market was originally constructed as a simple wet market for the locals. As Kuala Lumpur began to flourish, the population grew and Central Market continued to expand to house more vendors.
Central Market is exactly at the side of Kasturi Walk at Pasar Seni. A short walking distance away, is the popular Chinatown (Petaling Street) of Kuala Lumpur. Central Market’s location is so strategic that there is no way you can miss this place.
Construction started: 1888
Architect: T. Y. Lee
Opened: 1937
Architectural style: Art Deco
Owner: Central Market Sdn Bhd
Management: Kha Seng
Group Phone: 1-300-22-8688
Operation Hours: 10am – 10pm