Batu Caves

Located north of Kuala Lumpur, the Batu Caves is one of the attractions frequented by travellers in Malaysia.

The Batu Caves temple complex consists of three main caves and a few smaller ones. The biggest, to which visitors usually go is referred to as Cathedral Cave or Temple Cave. With its high ceiling, Cathedral Cave features ornate Hindu shrines. One must conquer a steep flight of 272 steps in order to reach it. There are monkeys along the steps looking for food. Be cautious nonetheless since they can get really aggressive.

KTM

Hanuman






One of the Temples at the Batu Caves

Village

Doves

The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India. It is dedicated to Lord Murugan, whose golden statue stands by the stairs leading to the Temple Cave. It is the focal point of Hindu festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia which is celebrated either late January or early February. During the festival, Hindus from all over the world join the celebration so the place really gets crowded.

Lord Murugan and the 272 steps leading to the Temple Cave

This statue of Murugan is the tallest in the World

Monkeys

Dark Cave

The easiest way to reach Batu Caves is by train (KTM). We paid RM1 one-way from the Bank Negara Station to the Batu Caves Station, which incidentally is the last stop of the train. The Batu Caves is located adjacent to the train station. Trains depart for KL every 20-30 minutes. The last train going to KL leaves at 10:30PM. Also, it costs RM2 one-way from the Batu Caves to the KL Sentral Station.

You can also take a taxi, which would cost 20-25 RM from KL Sentral (insist for meter ride), or else they will charge you RM60-80. You can also reach Batu Caves by bus 11/11d Buses from Bangkok Bank Terminus (Near to Puduraya Terminus) or Bus U6 from Titiwangsa.

Ceiling