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Day trip from KL: Putrajaya’s architectural wonders

Putrajaya is Malaysia’s administrative capital aka where their government sits. Doesn’t sound promising as a tourist destination? You’re wrong!

Because, my dear readers, Putrajaya is a futuristic architectural wonderland! Don’t believe me? Read on and flick through my photos – this capital is amazing for photos. My photos aren’t that great unfortunately but I’m sure you can do better given the great source material! Having said that, it’s also a super boring place (beyond photo-taking) – so I suggest coming here in the morning then heading back to Kuala Lumpur by lunch time

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How to get to Putrajaya

Take the KLIA Transit from KL Sentral to Putrajaya. Tickets will cost you ~RM 14 one-way, and the train ride lasts for ~20 minutes. Note: The train departs every 30 mins

PRO TIP: If you buy your ticket from the self-service kiosk, you’ll get to enjoy a 10% discount

Once you arrive at the Cyberjaya & Putrajaya train station, just ask where the taxi stands are. Once you arrive at the taxi booths, buy a taxi-for-hire coupon at the booth. The prices are fixed based on the number of hours that you require. I took the 2-hour tour and requested for a good English speaking taxi driver, which cost me ~RM 80

 

Other options: Best of Putrajaya Tour

On weekends, at 11 AM and 3 PM, the Putrajaya Corporation provides a 2-hour English-guided sightseeing tour around Putrajaya. Photo stops are included, along with half an hour to taste the local foods. I heard it’s pretty rushed though, but given how much it costs (ONE MALAYSIAN RINGGIT) – you should definitely do it if you’re on a budget!!

How to sign up: Look for the “Best of Putrajaya Tour” sign at Putrajaya train station and sign up on the spot (available until 30 mins before departure). Note that it operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, with a maximum seating of 40 people per session only

 

Sights to see

Semi Saujana Bridge

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Seri Gemilang Bridge

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PICC

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Perdanan Putrajaya Complex

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Palace of Justice

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Seri Wawasan Bridge

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Masjid Putra

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Prime Minister’s Office

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Gatecrashing a wedding

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And that’s a wrap! Hope you enjoy your photo-taking adventure in Putrajaya – and more broadly, the beautiful Malaysia. If you’re interested, below is a full list of Malaysia blogs I have available:

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