It was the first high-rise shopping complex in Malaysia and is among some of the oldest shopping spots that still exist in KL.



In April 1976, the complex suffered a major fire disaster caused by an electrical short circuit. The 20-storey building was destroyed but thankfully, had not collapsed from the heat. It was kept under repair after the blaze and reopened in 1979.



During the '70s and '80s, Campbell Shopping Complex was labelled the "grande dame" of KL shopping before modern shopping malls took over.



Named after the road its on, Campbell road, the complex is said to be the only building left that still has the road's original name.



60-year-old visitor, Paul Ratnam, who used to visit Campbell complex growing up, told SAYS that the main appeal of the mall were the cheap products that were sold there. "They had all kinds of things like clothes, accessories, and cameras. It was also a meeting point and happening place for younger people back then."



The place currently has many bundle shops selling vintage clothing, jewellery, leather products, shoes, and electrical appliances.

