Putrajaya is the administrative capital of Malaysia and an iconic city designed with a mix of modern and traditional Malay and Middle Eastern architectural designs. For lovers of Islamic and Middle Eastern history and Architecture, this city is a must-visit for a day trip or even a weekend stay at one of the finest hotels in the area.
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Putra Mosque is the centre of attraction for most visitors. The beautiful structure of the mosque borrows motifs and designs from Islamic architecture in the Middle East and Spain. Built with pink-tainted granite stone, the structure stands out in contrast to the bluish-green shades of the building in the backdrop. The mosque bears a resemblance to Hassan Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco.
I have visited Putrajaya Mosque almost every time during my visit to Kuala Lumpur. This place has a charming appeal for both first-time visitors and regular visitors to Malaysia. Read more about my visit to Some of the best mosques in Malaysia.
The easiest way to explore this mosque is to rent a car from the city of KLIA Airport. Alternatively, you can take the KL Express from KL Central and catch a bus to the mosque from Putrajaya Station.
How to get to Putrajaya from Kuala Lumpur
The easiest way to get to Putrajaya is to catch the KL Express from KL Central and disembark at Putrajaya Station. From there you can catch a GRAB, a taxi or one of the local buses to explore the city.
While driving from KLIA to Putrajaya, it lies almost halfway between KL City and the airport. A couple of times when I had a few hours to spare before my flight, I took a taxi to visit the Putrajaya Mosque.
I think the best to enjoy this amazing location is to book a tour from Kuala Lumpur city. This way, you will be able to enjoy most of the attractions, including the boat tour and a visit to the botanical gardens.
Klook.comTaking a cruise in the lake next to Putra Mosque is an interesting way to explore the expense of Putrajaya city and enjoy the scenic views from the boat. The layout of the city is an interesting mix of residential and government offices. Book A Tour in Putrajaya
Where to stay in Putrajaya?
There are plenty of quality hotels and resorts in Putrajaya. Being the administrative capital of Malaysia, Putrajaya is relatively expensive, and most accommodations fall into the 4- and 5-star categories.
During my stay at Putrajaya, I decided to stay at Hilton Doubletree Lakeside Resort (This establishment was called Pullman Lakeside Resort when during my stay). This property is a great place to stay, as the hotel is located next to the lake, offering a great outdoor dining experience, boating, water scooters, and kayaking.
The restaurant at the lake offers amazing views at nighttime, serving a seafood buffet and continental dishes. The dinner buffet at the restaurant is amazing, with plenty of choices of Malay and continental dishes. Start off with light snacks and a seafood pizza, and then move on to some interesting Malaysian dishes. There was also a section of Indian Biryani and Korma, which I enjoyed.
Enjoy scenic views of Putrajaya from a rooftop pool. A kids’ playroom is located near the lakeside entrance, offering indoor games.
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