15 Temples in Kuala Lumpur For A Spiritual Visit In 2024
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Thean Hou TempleBatu Caves TempleSri Maha Mariamman Temple, Sri Kandaswamy Kovil, Guan Di Temple, Khoo Kongsi Temple, Chan See Shu Yuen Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, Sin Sze Si Ya & many more. 

Malaysia is a land that boasts a rich culture and heritage beautifully manifested in its numerous mosques, shrines, Buddhist places of worship, and some of the most exquisite temples in Kuala Lumpur. Apart from the local tradition, you can also witness the country’s incredible sense in art, intricate workmanship, and architectural acumen in the Kuala Lumpur temples. Each structure stands apart in its own unique way with a spectacular design steeped in deep religious values and sentiments. 

Visit some of the oldest Hindu Kuala Lumpur temples like the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Sri Kandaswamy Kovil Temple, or Sri Moogambigai Amman temple. Get dazzled by intricate glass works at the Arulmigu Sri Ramalingeswarar Temple or exquisite craftsmanship and intricate designs at the Kuan Yin temple or the Khoo Kongsi Temple. If the mystical ancient culture and folklore intrigue you, you must visit the Guan Di Temple or the Sin Sze Si Ya. The temples in Kuala Lumpur are not only places of worship but also hold great historical and cultural significance.

Here is the list of best temples in Kuala Lumpur: 

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01

Thean Hou Temple

Explore this landmark structure, a six tiered Chinese temple, also one of the most famous temples in Kuala Lumpur

Witness an interesting blend of elements from Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism in the temple’s architectural features

Wander around the large complex with a huge roof, intricate carvings, and imposing pillars

Take a look at the unique front entrance of the temple with its multi-arched gateway and red pillars that symbolize good fortune and prosperity

Visit the festival during one of the major cultural events like the Chinese New Year or the Mooncake Festival to experience its deep cultural intonations

Location: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Timings: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day

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Batu Caves Temple

Visit this popular tourist attraction in Selangor, also one of the most popular Kuala Lumpur temples 

Explore the cave complex which comprise three main cave caves, each featuring different temples and Hindu shrines

Witness the temple’s main attraction, a massive golden statue of the Hindu God Lord Murugan right at the entrance to the caves

Get some adventure as you climb the 272 colorful steps leading to the caves

Apart from the religious significance of the temple, enjoy the scenic beauty around with frolicking monkeys, and glorious surrounding views

Location: Batu cave temples in Gombak, Selangor

Timings: 7 AM – 9 PM everyday

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Khoo Kongsi Temple

Witness the rich culture and tradition that is exhibited at one of the largest clan temples in the city which is also popular as the house of the Hokkien clan

Khoo Kongsi is very popular among all the temples in Kuala Lumpur for its imposing structure and mesmerizing beauty

Relish the intricately designed and ornate carvings on the walls of the temple which is a veritable architectural wonder

The temple is also the seat of the annual Chinese Opera held during the Chinese New Year

Location: 18, Cannon Square, George Town, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Timings: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays

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04

Sri Maha Mariamman Temple

Visit one of the oldest Hindu temples in Kuala Lumpur that dates back to 1873 located in a scenic setting at the edge of Chinatown

One of the major cultural and national heritage sites in the country, this is also a place of great religious value among Indian immigrants in Malaysia

Marvel at the extravagant decoration of the temple with precious stones as well as gold

Witness the marvelous usage of distinctive Spanish and Italian tiles in the design in the three richly decorated shrines dedicated to different deities

Location: Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Center, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Timings: Sun – Fri 6AM-8.30PM, Sat 6AM-9PM

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Sri Kandaswamy Kovil

A prominent site for the Jaffna Tamil community or the Sri Lankan Tamils in Malaysia, visit one of the oldest temples in Kuala Lumpur that goes back more than a hundred years

View this unique workmanship of this temple that portrays one of the few here in Sri Lankan Tamil architecture

Get inspired by the astonishing artwork on the temple with its distinct five tier Gopuram which is flanked by six forms of the primary deity here, Kandaswamy or Lord Murugan

Location: Jalan Scott, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Timings: Mon – Thurs 5.30AM-9PM, Fri – Sun 5.30AM-9.30PM

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06

Guan Di Temple

Visit one of the oldest and most revered Kuala Lumpur temples dedicated to Guandi- the Taoist God of war and literature

See the manifestations of the goddesses of mercy, learning, education, and prosperity in the 124 year old temple complex

Enjoy viewing the other prominent features here like the wooden statues of Guan Ping and Zhou Cang who were Guandi’s attendants, the two lion guards, and dragons carved on the roof

Learn about the unique belief associated with this temple where devotees seek abundant blessings by raising or touching the 59 kg copper sword (Guan Dao) placed at the altar 

Location: 168, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Timings: Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM -7:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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07

Chan See Shu Yuen Temple

Go over to Jalan Petaling’s southern end and visit this temple regarded as one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Kuala Lumpur

The temple is now open to all visitors as opposed to just the core Chan clan when it initially opened

View the statues of the founding members of the Chan, Chen, and Tan clans housed here

Marvel at the temple’s intricate carvings, symmetrical pavilions, and vivid paintings depicting scenes and stories of Chinese legends

Location: 172, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Timings: 8 AM – 6 PM

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Dhammikarama Burmese Temple

Visit one of the most ancient Burmese Buddhist temples in Kuala Lumpur formerly known as Nandy Moloh Burmese Temple

Witness the famous statue of a massive Buddha carved out of marble that is housed here along with an ancient temple that is believed to be more than 200 years old

Get immersed in the rich history of occupation of the Burmese in Penang depicted through the temple’s rich elaborate paintings and murals

Enjoy exploring the temple compound that boasts a massive Bodhi tree, a number of statues of the meditating Buddha, a wishing well, alongside some quaint apartments for monks

Location: 24, Jalan Burma, Pulau Tikus, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang

Timings: 5 AM – 6 PM

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09

Sin Sze Si Ya

Visit the oldest Taoist temple located in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown that dates back to 1864

Dedicated to two supreme deities Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya, the temple tells an interesting tale about its origins

View the intricate roof ridges here along with glorious interiors as well as the majestic memorial plaques

Witness Chinese traditional culture manifested here through its Feng Shui architecture and ancient practices still followed here like offering prayers to the White Tiger deity

Location: 113A, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Center, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Timings: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM every day

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Sri Mugambikhai Amman Temple

- Visit this century old temple situated beside one of the major malls in the city, and believed to be the reason behind the success story of the Mid Valley Megamall

- Explore this hidden gem which, from the outside is rather ordinary and can be easily missed, but from the inside is exquisitely designed

- Witness the detailed interiors of the temple featuring intricate workmanship and ornate designs 

- Experience the peace exuded by the temple dedicated to Goddess Moogambigai, the embodiment of the goddesses Parvathy

Location: Mid Valley Megamall, 75, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 58000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Timings: 7AM-9PM, Daily

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Sri Veera Hanuman Temple, Kuala Lumpur

Experience the tranquility and calm at this pristine temple dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Hanuman

Relish the beautiful murals on the ceiling of the temple that depicts the monkey god’s life journey

The pristine white temple is popular amongst the local Hindu community, has been recently renovated and brought back to its original state of glory 

Sri Veera Hanuman is one among three major places of worship in the vicinity, the other two being the Krishna and the Muneshwar temples

Location: Jalan Scott, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan

Timings: 6:30 AM – 10 PM

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12

Kuan Yin Temple

Located in Georgetown, this is a famous temple dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and holds great religious significance among the city’s Chinese Taoists

Visit the temple to soak in the local culture and heritage of the place

Enjoy folklores about the temple which is also known to have housed three special wells, two of which have fallen into disuse, and the third hidden well with marvelous medicinal properties

The temple is also home to the patron saint of seafarers, Ma Chor Ooh, and is popularly known as Kuan Yin Teng

Location: Kuan Yin Temple, Jln Maharajalela, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50480 Kuala Lumpur,

Timings: 6 AM – 6 PM

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Arulmigu Sri Ramalingeswarar Temple

Visit this kaleidoscopic wonder also referred to as the Tebrau Glass temple and which holds a pride of place in the nation’s book of records

Get dazzled by the scintillating aura created by reflections from numerous glass pieces that comprise one of the most exquisite temples in Kuala Lumpur

Marvel at over 300,000 multi-colored glass shards that are bejeweled with Nepalese Rudraksha beads 

Get amazed by the glimmer reflected by the various crystal chandeliers hanging above

Witness the religious unity that the place stands for with embodiments from Buddhism, Islam, and eight other religions

Location: Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 1/1, Wadi Hana, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor

Timings:
8 AM – 6 PM

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Kortumalai Piliyar Temple

Visit this small yet popular temple located by the busy streets of Kuala Lumpur and visit by very orthodox Hindu devotees

Visit the temple during the prayer hours which is conducted twice every day for an immersive religious and cultural experience

Dedicated to the Hindu god Ganesha, this temple is believed to bring peace and prosperity to all who visit here

The very authentic Indian temple also features a sacred banyan tree in the colonial gardens outside, believed to be here from the early days

Location: Jalan, Persiaran Maybank, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Timings: 4 AM – 10:30 AM, 3:45 PM – 9 PM

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Shree Lakshminarayan Mandir

Immerse yourself in the peace and aura exuded at this abode of worship, one of the most sacred Kuala Lumpur temples

Dedicated to the Hindu god and goddess, Lord Vishnu and his consort Goddess Lakshmi, this temple holds a lot of religious significance and attracts devotees from far and wide

The unique temple structure has appended to it a community center, multi-purpose halls, as well as a classroom for spiritual and educational lessons

Visit the temple during the prayer hours conducted every morning and evening for a true cultural experience

Location: Lot 68, 69, Jalan Kasipillay, Kampung Kasipillay, 51200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Timings: Daily 8AM – 12 Noon, 4 PM – 8 pm

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People Also Ask About Kuala Lumpur

  1. What to wear at temples in Kuala Lumpur?

    Most Malaysian temples have very strict rules about dressing with most of them requiring you to have your head covered at all times. Do not wear anything that reveals your knees or shows off bare shoulders.

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  2. Which is the most famous Lord Siva temple in Kuala Lumpur?

    The Arulmigu Sri Ramalinga Eeswarar Alayam temple is the most famous Lord Shiva temple in Kuala Lumpur. It was built in 1903 and is a beautiful and well-designed structure that attracts a lot of visitors and devotees.

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  3. Which is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur?

    The Sri Mahamariamman temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur. Among the other oldest Kuala Lumpur temples are Sri Kandaswamy Kovil, Sri Mugambikhai Amman Temple, and the Batu Caves temples.

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  4. Which are the best hidden gems in Kuala Lumpur?

    1. Rumah Penghulu at Badan Warison: Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this site depicts the simplicity of Malaysian heritage. It is a stilted wooden house restored by the Heritage Trust of Malaysia. You can also enjoy a guided tour around the place if you wish to delve deeper into the country’s history and tradition

    2. Sekinchan: Go on a hiking or biking tour amid the lush paddy field of the place with a gorgeous sunrise or sunset in the background. Head to the nearby paddy factory to learn more about the local way of living and sustenance

    3. Genting Highlands: Get away from the buzz of urban life and retreat into the hills that boast a million year old rainforest. Stay at one of the cozy resorts, enjoy visits to the local theme parks, and eateries dotting the area. 

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  5. Which are the best cultural attractions in Kuala Lumpur?

    1. National Mosque of Malaysia: One of the most popular places to visit in Malaysia, this is an architectural marvel spanning almost 13 acres of land. The mosque has a massive prayer hall flanked by 48 mini domes. The walls of the building are adorned intricately with verses from the Quran and the building can accommodate almost 15,000 people at a time

    2. Thean Hou Temple: One of the most beautiful and popular temples in Kuala Lumpur, this is also the largest Southeast Asian temple. The six tiered structure depicts a blend of three cultures, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism

    3. Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia: This is Southeast Asia’s largest museum depicting Islamic art where you can witness trinkets from all over the world that represent fine Islamic culture. The complex housing the museum is extremely artistic with a massive blue turquoise dome, glass walls, ceilings, and ornate patterns

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