Features the world's tallest Muruga statue at 42.7 meters (gold-painted). Site of the world's largest Thaipusam celebration with over a million devotees.
Discovered by American naturalist William Hornaday in 1878. The limestone caves became a Hindu temple site in 1891. The 42.7m golden Murugan statue was unveiled in 2006.
Natural limestone cave temple system. 272 rainbow-painted steps lead to the main Temple Cave. The massive golden Murugan statue stands at the base. Cathedral Cave and other chambers within.
42.7m golden Murugan statue
World's largest Thaipusam
272 rainbow steps
Natural limestone cave temple
Malaysian Hindu landmark
Thaipusam (world's largest — 1.5+ million devotees)
Deepavali
Navaratri
Open 6 AM–9 PM. 272 steps to the main cave temple. Located 13 km north of Kuala Lumpur. Free entry. Watch for macaques on the steps.
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