Malaysia States & Federal Territories (Putrajaya)

1. Putrajaya

      Putrajaya is Malaysia's third and latest Federal Territory. Built on an expansive marshland and former oil palm estate in Selangor, the city spans an area of almost 5,000 hectares and lies 25 km from Kuala Lumpur. Putrajaya takes over the administrative functions of the capital city Kuala Lumpur and is part of the Multimedia Super Corridor project of the Malaysian government.

There are several places that visitors can explore. Those coming from KLIA airport will only take minutes to reach Putrajaya. On the other hand, there are plenty of bus and railway services to ferry you to Putrajaya from Kuala Lumpur.

Attractions in Putrajaya

• Seri Perdana

        The Seri Perdana Complex is the official residence of the Prime Minister of Malaysia which is also used for welcoming heads of state, heads of government, state dignitaries and the public. In line with the principle that Seri Perdana "belongs to the people", certain parts of the complex, namely the Protocol Block and Banquet Block, are open to the public.

Located at Persiaran Seri Perdana, Precint 10, Putrajaya, this complex is the epitome of the combined Malay, Islamic and European architectural, landscape and design heritage. Seri Perdana was built in 1997 on a 42.5-acre site according to the contour of the hill to preserve the geographical structure and natural environment in line with the planning concept of Putrajaya as a Garden City.

• Putra Mosque

       Named after the first Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tunku Abdul Rahman, the beautiful Putra Mosque was completed in 1999. Today, it is one of the most iconic sights in Putrajaya and is able to accommodate up to 15,000 worshippers within its elegant prayer hall.The architecture takes inspiration from various cultural aspects. Design influences come from Malay, indigenous and Middle Eastern cultures. The basement wall, meanwhile, was inspired by the King Hassan Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco.

It is the distinctive landmark of Malaysia’s beautiful architecture at Putrajaya. The Putra Mosque’s dome is made of rose-tinted granite and stands at 50m high; the minaret stands at 116m high.

Non-Muslims are welcome to visit, but do adhere to the dress code (no shorts and sleeveless shirts for men, and no shorts, sleeveless shirts/blouses and skirts or dresses that do not cover the knees for women). You can borrow a robe at the entrance if you need to.

• Cruise Putrajaya Lake

      Putrajaya lake is in the heart of the administration city, and visitors can take a leisure cruise on the lake. One can view stunning vistas of the surrounding area from the cruise, including the Putrajaya Mosque, Putrajaya Bridge as well as several government administrative buildings.

Visitors can opt to sail the lake on a passenger cruise boat, which is a great option in the day or spectacularly at night. The air-conditioned cruise boat also seats 76 persons comfortably, and one can see the landmarks of Putrajaya via its wrap-around glass windows. There are also open air boats (perahu) that can be used for small groups of people.

• Hot Air Balloon Putrajaya

      MyBalloonFiesta (formerly Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta) is an annual event in Kuala Lumpur that really makes you sit up and take notice. A great way to snap some great travel photos, it takes place in Desa Parkcity and is reminiscent of New York’s Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival. Expect to see lots of colourful, teardrop-shaped balloons, as well as some outrageous, quirkily-shaped ones.

Those not keen on the idea of going up in one of the balloons need not worry as this four-day festival entertains in a variety of ways. Besides hot air balloon rides, there are also other activities to make this an interesting affair to attend, including various food trucks, cultural performances, balloon workshops, and an evening balloon with fireworks display.

• Lake Recreation Centre Putrajaya

      Putrajaya may be known as the country’s administrative capital with beautiful architecture in its buildings and bridges. But did you know that there’s a whole lot of activities you can do here besides just taking a selfie? The lake itself offers plenty of recreational opportunities such as canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. You can also organise a BBQ picnic and camp out under the stars! Alternatively, rent a bike and explore the many hidden trails that meander around the Putrajaya lake. If you enjoy the company of feathered friends, bring a pair of binoculars for a spot of birdwatching. There are even team-building activities that can be organised for a corporate meeting with a difference! To find out more about these activities, just contact the Putrajaya Lake Recreational Centre.