Inspired by traditional Malaysian and Middle Eastern architecture, the Putra Mosque is a striking pink structure perched on man-made Putrajaya Lake. It is known not only for its bubblegum hue but also for serving as the primary mosque in Malaysia which can accommodate up to 15,000 visitors. Constructed from rose-tinted rocks, this eye-catching attraction features nine domes and a minaret alongside its prayer hall, courtyard, library, dining hall, and lecture rooms. Non-worshippers can enjoy guided tours of the Putra Mosque and soak in the stunning Islamic architecture.
Built in the year 2006. the Lord Murugan Statue is one of the most popular statues in the country. It is located in the Batu Caves complex where Hinduism is depicted in the caves and in various other forms. The statue stands at a height of 42 meters (140 feet) and is constructed using steel bars and concrete. Gold paint has been used on the outer part of the statue. It took about 15 sculptors from India to complete the structure.
One of the best examples of Malay Vernacular Architecture, the Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman is a hidden gem known to few. The splendid wooden stilt house, preserved in a remarkable condition, dates back to the early 20th century. Then the family home of the village headman, the house is now a history museum that allows visitors to learn more about the history of Malay architecture. Visitors can also gain brief knowledge about Malay customs and catch a glimpse of traditional village life back in the times. If you decide to visit, try to get here when the guided tours take place; from Mondays to Saturdays, twice a day at 11a and 3a.
Built in 1957 and consecrated by the then-King of Thailand, this wat or temple in Malaysia is solely home to sacred Buddhist relics that were discovered in India in the 19th Century. This ornate temple invites both locals and tourists alike. Its architecture is an example of traditional Thai design, and its main highlights include gold leaves ornamentation, as well as a black-and-gold statue of Buddha in the principal prayer hall.
Standing in its red brick glory is the Sikh temple, reminiscent of Kuala Lumpur's pre-war shop-houses. The temple gates are normally closed to traffic, but there is a side entrance that allows individuals to enter. In keeping with the Sikh faith, there are no icons. Instead, pictures of Sikh saints line the entrance hall. The temple is open only occasionally, including special festivals. Visitors may have to make do with a view through the gates.
Resting amid a crop of Buddhist temples along the brim of Chinatown is a radiant Hindu place of worship, which is wreathed in as much religious tenor as it is in architectural excellence. Standing under an intricately-carved 'Raja Gopuram', this resplendent temple is quite an arresting sight, and one of the most significant places for the country's Tamilians. Originally built in 1873, the temple bears nuances of ancient South Indian architecture. One of the most elaborate Hindu temples in the country, this vibrant place of worship is home to multiple shrines sheltering Hindu deities, motifs chronicling Hindu mythology as well as the garbagraham, the sanctum sanctorum which houses Sri Maha Mariaman, the presiding deity of the temple. The gate tower is embellished with ornate sculptures of Hindu deities, while its floors and walls are delightfully marbled with Italian and Spanish tiles. Permeated with the eternal aroma of fragrant flowers and sounds of fervent pujas, this temple is essentially enlivened come Diwali and Thaipusam when the famed Silver Chariot journeys through the streets of Kuala Lumpur with the statues of Lord Murugan and his consorts.