With elegant Europe-like streets, modern architecture, wide and neat boulevards, stunning bridges, and greenery all around, Putrajaya impresses everyone to the core.This federal administrative city of Malaysia, situated close to Kuala Lumpur is a smart city in true sense. Let’s just say a city developed just the right way!
It not only displays natural beauty but boasts of architectural finesse. Be it modern Government buildings with a hint of Islamic art or the late-20th-century architecture in the Putra mosque, Putrajaya defines elegance and class. Most visitors are awe-struck with this progresive city, making it a traveller’s favorite destination. Owing to the popularity of the town and huge inflow of visitors, Putrajaya features a huge range of hotels for every budget type. Some of the Muar hotels by OYO Malaysia offer a pleasant stay with the service quality and warm staff. The hotels are packed with standard amenities and facilities at a budget-friendly tag, while there’s availability for premium hotels as well. All the hotels are attractive pieces, ensuring you don;t burn a hole in your pocket.
Some Top attractions in Putrajaya
Putra Mosque- It’s one of its kinds that has been designed with Rose-tinted granite, making it an exquisite Pink Mosque. Seen a mosque by the lake side with a hue of Pink? This mosque is a landmark with pure elegance that must not be missed in a lifetime. Built in 1997, the mosque has rosy-pink interiors and accommodates up to 15,000 worshippers at a time.
Millennium Monument- As the name suggests, the monument was made in 2015 welcoming the new millennium. It’s the 1st monument built in this town that illustrates the history of Malaysia in the walkway twirling around it. As you go up with the walkway, you get to witness the beautiful views of the waterfront.
Marina Putrajaya- What’s a trip in Malaysia without some water activities? For a slightly different experience, you can hover over the waters on a flyboard at Marina. Twirl and dive as the water jets propels you over the lake. Daring, isn’t it? But don’t think twice about your safety as you would be given a life vest, helmet, and a trained instructor to brief you before you take off. Once you are done with this darling water sport, you get enough time to experience stand-up paddling, a more leisurely water sport.
Justice Museum in the Palace of Justice- Even if you are not remotely interested in Law, this museum still is worth a visit owing to its magnificence and lush-green vicinity. Besides, there's no harm in learning a little about law with the “mock-up of the High Court trial” and the costume displays. You can learn a little more about on city’ development of the country’s legal system and read biographies of Chief Justices in Malaysia
Moroccan Pavilion- The city doesn’t fall short of interesting landmarks and architecture. Moroccan Pavillion is another on the list. With stunning architecture and delicate craftsmanship bearing a resemblance to imperial cities of Morocco and the villages, this building is a symbol of the diplomatic ties between the two countries.It’s done so tastefully leaving you think you are in a 5st star property.
Iron Mosque- Putrajaya is a box of pleasant wonders.The Pink does steal the thunder, but Iron mosque is no less. This architectural wonder definitely can't be missed. It’s made of “wire mesh” and the architecture draws inspiration from Chinese and German designs.
Putrajaya Wetlands- There are plenty of man-made masterpieces in the form of buildings but there are equally stunning man-made landscapes as well. Putrajaya Wetlands is acclaimed as an Ecohydrology Demonstration Site by UNESCO, it is the first and largest manmade freshwater wetlands in Malaysia. If you love birdwatching, you’re in luck as the wetlands are home to over 100 species of birds including flamingos, swans, buffy fish owls, pelicans and painted storks.
Putrajaya Botanical Garden- There are 5 thematic gardens with indeginious plants and lush natural landscapes. Some of the other things to do in Putrajaya is soaring in a hot air balloon and have fun on a Segway and Ride an E-scooter around Putrajaya District 21 Kuala Lumpur