Top of the most famous architectural works in Malaysia #1

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia with a total area of ​​329,847 km2. This is also a multi-ethnic, cultural and linguistic country. Therefore, Malaysian architecture is quite diverse and unique, both bearing national traditions and being influenced by Eastern and Western architecture. Coming to Malaysia, you will freely admire architectural works imbued with religious features as well as the breath of a new era. Let's take a look at the most famous architectural works of Malaysia with Toplist.


Petronas Twin Towers

Petronas Twin Towers - the symbol and pride of Malaysia. When talking about Malaysia, you certainly won't be able to ignore this famous architectural work. This is the tallest twin tower in the world as of 2004 with a height of 452 m, including 88 floors completed by Malaysia's most powerful oil and gas corporation in 1998. The soaring Petronas Twin Towers are a solid symbol for a Malaysia. modern. We can compare its significance to Kuala Lumpur as the Eiffel Tower is to Paris and the Statue of Liberty is to New York. Malaysia Twin Towers - Petronas Twin Towers are of great importance to Kuala Lumpur's continuous development to reach the world.


Inspired by mosque architecture combined with modern features, Petronas has a unique style in the world. The impressive point of this twin tower is the sky bridge connecting the two towers with a height of 170 m and a length of 158 m, located on the 41st and 42nd floors - an ideal place for visitors to enjoy panoramic views of the city. Kuala Lumpur Street, helping employees of companies with representative offices here easily move back and forth between the two buildings without having to go to the ground and especially functions as an escape route.

Langkawi Sky Suspension Bridge

Langkawi Sky is a cable-stayed pedestrian bridge, the bridge has a length of 125 meters and a width of 1.8 meters, the height of the bridge is 660 meters above sea level. The bridge is built on top of Gunung Mat and Chinchang in Pulau Langkawi, an island in the Langkawi archipelago, Kedah state in Malaysia. The bridge was inaugurated in 2005, and in July 2012 it was closed to visitors for bridge maintenance. In February 2015, it reopened for business and welcomed many tourists to visit


With a width of 1.8 m, the bridge is just enough for 2 people to walk side by side. Because it is suspended in the air, the wind is quite strong, so please walk slowly. In particular, in the middle of the bridge, transparent tempered glass panels are designed right under your path, bringing a feeling of dizziness to those who are afraid of heights when looking down.



There are two triangular resting areas that are stops for you to admire the surrounding mountains, forests and sea. Here, you will be able to freely look out into the distance and see the charming yacht bay of Langkawi. If you go on the right day with clear, clear weather, you can see the mainland of Thailand on the other side of the coast.

Kompleks Dayabumi Tower

Built in 1984, the Kompleks Dayanumi tower is located at the original location of the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur. This minaret is built of marble and is 152 meters high and has a design of modern Islamic art style. Visitors will see the front side built in the shape of an 8-pointed star and a curved dome located on top of the tower. Kompleks Dayabumi is considered a major turning point in Kuala Lumpur's architecture. In addition, this is also one of the first skyscrapers in Kuala Lumpur. This place is truly a wonderful destination that you should not miss on your journey to explore Malaysia


Kompleks Dayabumi is a tower designed by Nik Mohammed. This is a 35-storey tower made of delicately carved marble, the facade is decorated with eight-pointed star motifs and unique Islamic domes above and below the tower, a symbol of circulation in art. Islamic art. To get here, visitors must cross the pedestrian bridge behind the central market.

Batu Caves

Batu Cave is located inside a limestone mountain nearly 100 meters above the ground. This important Hindu religious site includes beautiful statues and shrines, and is also the site of regular ceremonies. There are three main caves with many smaller caves around. Some caves have temples while others have paintings and statues. Batu Caves is a place for visitors to learn about the stories and actions of Hindu gods and culture. As you walk to the caves, you will see the sparkling 42.7 m tall statue of Lord Murugan, the deity to whom the caves worship. This is the largest statue of Lord Murugan in the world and is covered with more than 80 gallons (300 liters) of gold paint. Visit Hang Villa to admire works of art and shrines to other Hindu deities.


Take a deep breath before climbing the 272 steps to the Cathedral Cave. The path is difficult with steep and uneven steps, but well worth the effort. Along the way, visitors can meet mischievous monkeys. It's best to watch these local residents from afar as they often come to rummage through pockets and can become aggressive. At the top of the steps there is a huge cave containing one of Malaysia's most famous Hindu temples. If you visit Kuala Lumpur in January or February, attend the Thaipusam festival.


During this colorful three-day event, over a million Hindu devotees flock to the caves to pay homage to Lord Murugan. Many pilgrims carry decorative milk jugs, called paal kudam, while others demonstrate their devotion by piercing their skin with hooks attached to frames or “kavadis.” Visitors are welcome to watch or join in the singing and dancing as the processions make their way to the statue of Lord Murugan.