The world's largest tin products brand, witnessing Malaysia's century-old craftsmanship heritage

Malaysia was once one of the largest tin producers in the world, and the production process of tinware is also internationally renowned. Royal Selangor (Royal Selangor), located in Kuala Lumpur, is the world's oldest and largest tin products company. It is famous for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design, representing Malaysia's craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

The glory of the royal brand

Royal Selangor was originally founded in 1885. After a hundred years of development, it has been recognized by the world for its excellent quality and innovative design.
Because of its exquisite, elegant products and exquisite craftsmanship, it was awarded the title of "Royal" by His Royal Highness the Sultan of Selangor, becoming a royal brand in the true sense.
Even the tinware works of Hong Kong designer Liu Xiaokang collected by the National Palace Museum of Taiwan also come from this workshop, which shows its status in the international craft industry.

World-record tin wine glass

One of the most eye-catching highlights in the exhibition hall is a giant Pewter Tankard (The World's Largest Pewter Tankard) that is 1.987 meters high and weighs 1,557 kilograms.
This magnificent work has been included in the "Guinness World Records" and has been exhibited in Canada, Australia, Singapore and China. It is the most representative symbol of Royal Selangor.

In addition, racing fans may be pleasantly surprised to find that the championship trophies of previous F1 Malaysia races were also designed and produced by Royal Selangor for the event!

Pewter Exhibition Hall Experience Highlights

At the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre, you can not only admire the historical evolution and production process of various tinware, but also participate in the "School of Hard Knocks" and create your own tin bowl or tin plate with your own hands, leaving a unique souvenir.

The entire exhibition hall is presented in a combination of interaction, display and education. Visitors can gain a deeper understanding of how tinware occupies a place in Malaysian culture and witness how this traditional craft has spread to the world.

Summary

Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a design lover, or a traveler seeking unique craftsmanship, the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre is a must-visit attraction when in Kuala Lumpur.
This is not just a museum for viewing history, but also an immersive journey to explore Malaysia's creativity and traditional art.

Official website https://visitorcentre.royalselangor.com/