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| Putrajaya · ڤوتراجاي | ||
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| Residents | 67.964 (2010) | |
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| Tourist information Tel | (0)3-22227272 | |
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Putrajaya (Yes how: ڤوتراجاي) is the administrative center of Malaysia and is an independent federal territory. It is located 30 kilometers south of Kuala Lumpur and is well worth a visit. The city looks like it has been peeled from an egg; no wonder - it's a planned city after all. It is very spacious and nicely laid out. The districts are criss-crossed and surrounded by nice artificial lakes and waterways.
background
The place was named after the country's first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra named and is the new administrative center of Malaysia. Those who visit the place will perceive Putrajaya as a "highly polished ghost town" - hardly any people on the street, occasionally a car and sometimes an almost empty public transport bus. The satellite city, which was only built in 1995, only has 45,000 inhabitants - out of 300,000 originally planned. The city originated in the area Prang Besar which the government acquired from the state of Selangor. Together with the nearby cyber city Cyberjaya it is part of the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC), a Malaysian special economic zone focused on information and communication technology. Last but not least, the Asian economic crisis has slowed down development. Today, whole, newly built and well-maintained apartment blocks are still empty. Quite a few employees prefer to take the train from Kuala Lumpur to work every day.
getting there
It is most convenient to book the visit to the city as an organized tour. KLIA transit offers for RM 25.00 / 10.00 (adults / children) a four-hour tour from KL Sentral at. The tour starts at 11:00 am and offers all the sights as well as a lunch break. There are also short tours of two hours at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.
By plane
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is only 30 kilometers away. You can get there by train or taxi.
By train
The KL transit connects Kuala Lumpur with its airport and stops on the way at the train station Putrajaya / Cyberjaya. The single journey costs RM 9.50, the return ticket RM 15.00. The connection is very quick and convenient. The trains run every half hour on KL Sentral from. The first train leaves at 05:03, the last at 00:03. The journey time is 17 minutes. The return journey is every half hour from 06:05 to 00:35.
By bus
There is a regular bus service between Putrajaya Station and Sinar Kota in between 06:30 and 22:00 Kuala Lumpur. A ticket costs RM 3.50. Depending on the traffic, the journey takes 30-60 minutes. Some hotels like that Shangri-La also offer an in-house free shuttle service to KL.
In the street
A coupon taxi from Kuala Lumpurs Train station KL Sentral costs a fixed RM 35.00. It can cost more at night.
mobility
Local public transport will be with Nadiputry buses disputed. The central bus station is on the west side of the train station. From here the buses start in different directions. Construction of a monorail has been stopped and is expected to resume when the city has more residents.
Coupon taxis start at the train station and travel to all parts of the city for RM 8.00-10.00. There is a hotline for Cyberjaya and Putrajaya. You can call a taxi via 03-55122266 as it is difficult to find one anywhere in town. The 24-hour hotline from Radio taxi is 03-88884000. The taximeter starts at RM 4.00.
Tourist Attractions
Central part of Putrajaya is Precinct 1. The district is located on a hill on and around which government buildings are located. The steel sculpture stands on the mountain Mercu Tanda. It can be easily explored with a walk. The way is shown on the clickable city map.
Note! Perdana Putra, Seri Perdana and Putra Mosque require "small casual" dress codes. In the mosque there is free temporary clothing to wear.
Mosques
- 1 Putra Mosque (Masjid Putra), Presint 1. Tel.: 60(0)3-88885678. The mosque holds 15,000 people. At 116 meters, the minaret is the highest in Southeast Asia. Construction of the mosque began in 1997 and ended two years later. The design represents Persian-Islamic architecture from the 16th to 18th centuries. The pink granite mosaic on the tiles of the building is striking. Three quarters of the building extend towards the lake, which makes the complex appear to be floating on water.Open: daily: 09: 00-12: 30, 15: 00-16: 00, 17: 30-18: 00.Price: Admission: free.
Buildings
- 2 Perdana Putra, Precinct 1.
The Prime Minister has his office in this large complex. The building was built between 1997 and 1999. It was designed by the architect Ahmad Rozi Abd Wahab and shows Malay, Islamic and European influences. The passport must be deposited upon entry.Open: Access for visitors: Mon-Fri: 08: 00-12: 30 14: 00-16: 00; every second and fourth Saturday morning.Price: Admission: free. - 3 Seri Perdana, Precinct 1.This is the prime minister's residence. The passport must be deposited upon entry.Open: Access for visitors: Tue-Sun: 09: 00-12: 30 14: 00-17: 00.Price: Admission: free.
- 4 Wisma Putra. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is located in this building.
- 5 Putrajaya International Convention Center.The event center (PICC for short) was built from 2001 to September 2003. In October, the first event took place - the 10th Organization of Islamic Conference. It stands on a hill and looks like a monument. It was designed by Malaysia's fourth Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Bin Mohamad. The area of the entire PICC area is 135,000 m². It has a total of 10,000 people in over 50 halls and rooms. In 2007 it was named the most energy-efficient building in the ASEAN community.
- 6 Istana Melawatiand 7 Istana Darul Ehsan. - The official residences of Malaysia's leadership and the Sultan of Selangor are not open to the public.
Other interesting buildings are a bit away. Two noteworthy are located in Precinct 3 halfway between the Putra Mosque and the Convention Center:
- 8 Complex Perbadanan Putrajaya. contemporary building with a distinctive large archway.
- 9 Istana Kehakiman (Palace of Justice). Buildings with architectural influences from the Mughal Empire.
Parks
- 11 Taman Putra Perdana, Precinct 1. This beautifully landscaped park is pulling away Perdana Putra to the hotel Shangri-La. Beautiful paths and views make the park worthwhile. In the middle of the park it says Mercu Tanda (Putrajaya Landmark).Open: Mo-Fr: 07: 00-20: 00; Sat-Sun: 07: 00-22: 00.Price: Admission: free.
- 12 Taman Botani (Botanical Garden), Persiaran Sultan Sallahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. Tel.: 60(0)3-88889090. The facility invites you to take a final walk at the end of the day. The Moroccan pavilion (there is an entrance fee) shows some architectural finds from four Moroccan cities. There is also a sun garden with a sundial (also with admission).Open: 07: 00-19: 00.Price: Admission to some selected attractions.
Monuments, monuments
- 13 Millennium Monument, Presint 2.The 68 meter high column documents the history of Malaysia.
- 14 Mercu Tanda (Putrajaya Landmark).The monument stands on the top of the hill of Precinct 1. It is a steel sculpture which symbolizes the beginnings of the city of Putrajaya and contains a time capsule. The design represents a mix of high-tech as well as contemporary and traditional motifs. The monument is surrounded by pavilions and fountains in the park Taman Putra Perdana.
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Streets and squares
- 15 Persiaran Perdana. Putrajaya Boulevard is the main street where official parades are held, is 100 meters wide and 4 kilometers long.
activities
- Boat trips
- 1 Cruise Tasik Putrajaya. Tel.: 60(0)3-88885539. The boat trips with a boat that looks like a gondola (perahu) for 4 to 6 people cost RM 30.00 per person. The trip offers stops at the sights. There are also boats with air conditioning and 76 seats. Dinner trips are also offered at the weekend (8:00 p.m. and RM 120.00 per person). If you want to participate you should reserve one day in advance.
See also:Putrajaya / Gpx
shop
If you decide to walk from the train station to the city center and the sights, you should stock up on some liquid. There are no shops or restaurants on the way.
- 1 Alamanda, Jl. Almanda Precinct 1, 62000 Putrajaya. Tel.: 60(0)3-88888882, Fax: 60(0)3-88885299, Email: [email protected]. This is Putrajaya's best and only mall. It can be reached by bus lines 300 and 302.
kitchen
Cheap
Selera Putra: There are some restaurants on Putrajaya Lake, to the left of the Putra Bridge below the Putra Mosque. These include branches of the well-known Malaysian Restaurant chains.
- 1 La Cucur, S03 Selera Putra. Tel.: 60(0)3-26946920. The restaurant offers a good selection of Malay and Nonya desserts. Recommendations are kuih bengkang and kuih talam, a dish with bananas or a steamed pudding.Open: daily: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- 2 Kelly's Cafe. Mobile: 60 (0)12-5060878. The café offers a range of iced fruit juices, coffees and desserts.Open: Daily: 09:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
medium
- 3 Putrajaya Seafood Restaurant, Taman Botani, Precinct 1. Tel.: 60(0)3-88891188. The restaurant offers a good variety of Malay, Chinese and Thai dishes.Open: daily: 11:30 am-10:30pm.
Upscale
- 4 Azure, Shangri-La 2F. Tel.: 60(0)3-88878881. Restaurant in the hotel Shangri-La, The dress code "Small Casual" is required here.Open: 11:30 am-2:30pm 6:00 pm-10:00pm.
nightlife
The nightlife of the city of Putrajaya can be described as "nonexistent" with a clear conscience. A book by the hotel pool, a drink at the hotel bar or a combination of both are the first and only choices to end the day.
accommodation
Upscale
- 2 Palm Garden Hotel. Tel.: 60(0)3-89432233, Fax: 60(0)3-89431122, Email: [email protected]. Check-in: 11:00.Check-out: 18:00.Price: RM 115-205.
- 3 Shangri-La Hotel Putrajaya, Taman Putra Perdana, Presint 1. Tel.: 60(0)3-88878888, Fax: 60(0)3-88878889, Email: [email protected]. Check-in: 14:00.Check-out: 12:00.Price: RM 300-900.
Practical advice
- 1 Information Center (Complex B, opposite the Perdana Putra). Tel.: 60(0)3-22227272. Open: Mon-Sat: 08: 30-18: 30; Sun: 08: 30-19: 00.
Web links
- http://www.ppj.gov.my/ - Putrajaya official website
