GREEK INFLUENCE IN MALAYSIA

Sculpture found within SEGI University College compound, Kota Damansara building. Here, the Greek style of architecture is used to create a set of statues that support a dome with their heads. As you can see, the upper part is actually a Corinthian column, originating from Greek Architecture as well, whereas the lower part of the column is represented by the statue and the added sculptured flower. The presence of a sculpture very similar to the Karyatides of Athens in the University enhances the idea of academic endeavour for the students.

Another picture taken from SEGI University College showing once again how the building is influenced by Greek Architecture. From the picture above, we can see the tall pillars located right in front of the building, which are known as Ionic columns- one of the most famous elements of ancient Greek architecture. 

This primary school building shown above has several elements that resemble Ionic columns, and also arches,which are similar to the temples of ancient Greece. The columns are built under the roof of the main entrance and the arched windows can be seen at the left side of the building. This school is known to be one of the finest buildings in Sarawak during the time it was built, as it was unique and different from the other buildings which were built with wood. 

The picture shown above is the cenotaph located on the same hill as Tugu Negara, The National Monument, in Taman Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, and is erected by British Administrators. The cenotaph is an empty tomb which is used honour those who died during World War I, World War II as well as the Civil War of 1948-1960. The Malaysian soldiers who died in battles for their country are remembered in this way. Cenotaphs were also erected in ancient Greece to honour those who fell in battle. The use of marble makes it even more similar to Greek architecture.

Segi College campus in Kota Damansara uses Greek elements to enhance its overall appearance. Most of its exterior combines modern university and classical Greek finishing. It gives students the feel of a scholar in a modern- day context. This shows that in Malaysia people appreciate the Ancient Greek Civilization as a knowledge- driven society.

Kuala Lumpur Library incorporates an Islamic dome and Greek library windows as its exterior. This gives a certain ambience to the structure, matching its role as a center of knowledge. Malaysians appreciate knowledge and don't hesitate to use various cultural influences in their academic buildings.

FTMS College has Greek Doric columns. Again they use it to emphasize on knowledge. This creates the appropriate atmosphere for the students, who enter a place of academic learning.

Perdana Putra in Putrajaya has a Greek library- like structure with Islamic dome. As the Prime Minister's office, this exterior portrays his leardership with knowledge and Islamic influence. 

Muzium Telekom is a Neo-Classical Greek architecture and the first interactive Museum in Malaysia.The buiding is located in Jalam Gereja, Kuala Lumpur. Before that, it was  the Central Battery Manual Telephone Exchange in 1928. Later, the building was intended to be demolished for the construction of a new 26-storey office complex; but the then Prime Minister suggested to maintain it because of its special history. 

The picture shown above is the National Stadium of Malaysia and below is the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, Greece. The Panathenaic stadium is the ancient model of athletics tracks that looks much like a hairpin. The National Stadium of Malaysia kept this standardized Greek design due to its effectiveness for sports and its seating capacity. In essence, the Malaysian National Stadium is built according to the finest sports standards of ancient Greece,being considered the best Stadium in the country.

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