Siddharth
Siddharth
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Putrajaya, Malaysia

Putrajaya, Malaysia

Quick Travel Facts

State
Federal Territory
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Ideal Duration
1 Day
Nearest Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Sepang (28 km)
Nearest Railway Station
Putrajaya Sentral ERL Station (0 km)
Traveler Rating
(5/5)

Summary

This was my first foreign trip. Everything was planned and arranged by my friends, I just had to tag along. We were heading for Bali, but had a 7 hours halt in Malasiya, so we thought why not go visit the Smart city of Putajaya and boy, oh boy, it was a marvel to admire!!

Places to visit in Putrajaya

Putrajaya is the federal administrative center of Malaysia. Located 25 kilometers south of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya is a planned city that was built in the late 1990s to serve as the new administrative center of the Malaysian government. The city is home to a number of government buildings, including the Prime Minister’s Office, the Ministry of Finance, and the Supreme Court. Putrajaya is also home to a number of parks and gardens, such as the Putrajaya Botanical Gardens and the Putrajaya Lake Gardens. The city is also home to a number of monuments and landmarks, such as the Putra Mosque and the Putrajaya Bridge. Putrajaya is also home to a number of shopping malls, restaurants, and hotels.

Putrajaya is home to a number of government buildings, such as the Prime Minister’s Office, the Ministry of Finance, and the Supreme Court. The city is also home to a number of monuments and landmarks, such as the Putra Mosque and the Putrajaya Bridge. Putrajaya is also home to a number of parks and gardens, such as the Putrajaya Botanical Gardens and the Putrajaya Lake Gardens. The city is also home to a number of shopping malls, restaurants, and hotels. Putrajaya is also home to a number of cultural events, such as the Putrajaya International Arts Festival and the Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I travel from Kuala Lumpur to Putrajaya?
The fastest way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Putrajaya is by taking the KLIA Transit (ERL) train from KL Sentral to Putrajaya Sentral, which takes about 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can book an e-hailing service like Grab or take a public bus.
Yes, non-Muslims are allowed to enter the Putra Mosque outside of prayer times. Visitors must dress modestly, and free robes are provided at the entrance for those who need to cover up.
Since Putrajaya is a planned city with wide avenues and spread-out attractions, walking is not recommended. The best ways to explore are by renting a bicycle, booking a sightseeing cruise on Putrajaya Lake, using Grab for point-to-point travel, or joining a guided tour.
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