The Batu Caves in Malaysia are one of the most important
Hindu religious sites outside of India and
are a must-see once you tire of shopping and wandering Kuala Lumpur
Approaching the caves, the first thing you notice is a
towering golden statue of Lord Murugan.
Erected in 2006, this statue is the largest in the world dedicated to the deity
and stands guard to the 272 leg-burning steps that lead up to the cave entrances.
Batu Caves' jagged limestone hillside is home to three main caverns.
The largest and most popular is known as Temple Cave,
which has a ceiling over 300 feet high. Inside the lit cave you will find various
Hindu shrines and ornate depictions bringing legends to life.
(The foot of the 272 steps climbing up to the Batu Caves in Malaysia)
Before you come to BATU CAVE,
I recommend you to study hinduism a little,
which will make this experience fruitful
Some things to Know Before Visiting the Batu Caves
- Admission to Batu Caves is free.
- The caves are open all year from 7:00AM to 7:00PM.
- The area is not very handicap-accessible, so senior travelers may have difficulty getting up the stairs to the entrances.
- The wild caves are very muddy; bring a change of clothes if you plan to take any of the spelunking tours.
- There are stalls and restaurants offering Indian food outside the entrance of the Batu Caves, but make your way back to Kuala Lumpur for better quality food at lower prices.
- Bring your own drinking water to avoid being overcharged
