19 places to discover
Anjung Floria is a landscaped garden and event park located in Presint 4, Putrajaya, along the shore of Putrajaya Lake. Developed by Perbadanan Putrajaya, it serves as the permanent venue for the annual Royal Floria Putrajaya flower and garden festival. The site features themed floral displays, manicured lawns, lakeside promenades and open event spaces, making it a notable recreational and horticultural attraction in Malaysia's administrative capital.
Marina Putrajaya is a waterfront recreation centre on the edge of Putrajaya Lake in Presint 5, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. Built as part of the planned city's lake development, it serves as the main hub for lake cruises, water sports and leisure activities. The marina offers boat services, dining facilities and views of Putrajaya's landmarks, making it a central point for visitors exploring the city's lake and architecture.
The Millennium Monument (Tugu Millennium) is a 68-metre national monument located in Precinct 2, Putrajaya, on the waterfront near Putrajaya Lake. Built to commemorate the year 2000, it was the first monument constructed in Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. The obelisk-like structure features etched panels and reliefs illustrating key periods of Malaysian history, topped with a star-like feature, and is set within a landscaped park and public plaza.
The Moroccan Pavilion (Astaka Morocco) is an ornate architectural pavilion located within the Putrajaya Botanical Garden in Presint 1, Putrajaya. Built through collaboration between the Malaysian and Moroccan governments and crafted by Moroccan artisans, it replicates traditional Moroccan village architecture. Notable for its intricate zellige tilework, carved cedar wood, stucco detailing, arches and central courtyard fountain, it serves as a cultural attraction showcasing Moroccan Islamic artistry within Malaysia's administrative capital.
The Palace of Justice (Istana Kehakiman) is the federal judicial complex in Precinct 3, Putrajaya, Malaysia, housing the Federal Court and Court of Appeal of Malaysia. Completed in 2003 and opened in 2004, the five-storey building is noted for its Moorish-Islamic, Palladian and classical architecture with domes, arches and colonnades. Located overlooking Putrajaya Lake near Perdana Putra, it serves as the centre of Malaysia's judiciary and is a prominent landmark for exterior sightseeing and photography.
Perdana Putra is the office complex of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, located on the main hilltop in Precinct 1, Putrajaya. Completed in 1999 when the federal administrative centre moved from Kuala Lumpur, the building is noted for its distinctive green dome, Islamic-Mogul and Malay architectural influences, and stone-clad facades. Overlooking Putrajaya Lake and Putra Square, it serves as the administrative centre of the federal government and is a prominent landmark for exterior viewing and photography.
Putrajaya Botanical Garden (Taman Botani Putrajaya) is a 92-hectare botanical garden in Precinct 1, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. As Malaysia's largest botanical garden, it features over 700 species of tropical plants divided into themed sections including Explorer's Trail, Palm Hill and Floral Gardens. Established on a former oil palm estate and opened in 2001, it serves as a conservation, research and recreational green lung overlooking Putrajaya Lake.
Putrajaya Challenge Park is an extreme sports and recreation complex in Precinct 5, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. Developed by Perbadanan Putrajaya, it is notable for its large indoor rock-climbing complex, outdoor skate park and BMX facilities. The park serves as a dedicated venue for climbing, skateboarding and cycling, hosting training and competitions, and functions as a public recreational hub near Putrajaya Lake.
Putrajaya Equestrian Park is a dedicated equestrian facility in Precinct 5, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. Developed as part of Putrajaya's garden city planning, it serves as a centre for horse riding, training and polo. The park features stables, riding arenas, a polo field and paddocks set in landscaped grounds near Putrajaya Lake, and hosts lessons, recreational rides and equestrian events.
Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) is a major convention and conference venue located on a hilltop in Presint 5, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. Opened in 2004, it overlooks Putrajaya Lake and is known for its contemporary architecture incorporating traditional Malay and Islamic design elements. It serves as a premier venue for international conferences, summits, exhibitions and cultural events, featuring large plenary halls and panoramic views of Putrajaya's planned cityscape.
Putrajaya Lake is a 650-hectare artificial lake in the centre of Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative capital. Created by inundating the Sungai Chuau and Sungai Bisa valleys and completed in 2002, it was designed as a natural cooling system and recreational focal point. The lake encircles the Core Island where key government buildings stand and is bordered by waterfront promenades, bridges and parks, serving as the city's main scenic and leisure attraction.
Putrajaya Landmark (Mercu Tanda) is the first structure built in Putrajaya, located in Precinct 1 within Taman Putra Perdana overlooking Putrajaya Lake. Erected in 1995 to mark the establishment of Malaysia's federal administrative capital, it features a time capsule buried beneath it. The site offers landscaped gardens, panoramic views of the city, and serves as a symbolic starting point for Putrajaya's development.
Putrajaya Steps, known locally as Tangga Putrajaya, is a prominent outdoor staircase landmark in Presint 1, Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative centre. Located near Dataran Putra and Putrajaya Lake, the steps connect the upper civic precinct to the waterfront. Built as part of Putrajaya's planned city development, it is notable for its long flight of steps, panoramic city and lake views, and popularity as a photography and leisure spot.
Putrajaya Wetland Park is a 200-hectare constructed freshwater wetland in Presint 13, Putrajaya, forming part of the Putrajaya Lake and Wetland system. Recognized as the largest constructed freshwater wetland in the tropics, it serves as a natural filtration system for the lake. The park features marshes, swamps, lakes, lookout towers, nature trails and a Nature Interpretive Centre, notable for biodiversity, birdwatching and environmental education.
Putra Mosque (Masjid Putra) is the principal mosque of Putrajaya, Malaysia, located on the edge of Putrajaya Lake adjacent to Putra Square and Perdana Putra. Completed in 1999 and built with rose-tinted granite, it is noted for its distinctive pink dome, 116-metre minaret and capacity for 15,000 worshippers. Combining Middle Eastern and Malay architectural influences, it serves as a major religious, administrative and visitor landmark in Malaysia's federal administrative capital.
Seri Gemilang Bridge is a ceremonial bridge in Putrajaya, Federal Territory of Putrajaya, spanning Putrajaya Lake between Precinct 4 (Core Island) and Precinct 5. Completed in 2003 as part of the planned administrative capital development, it is notable for its modern Islamic-inspired arch design, night illumination, and role as the main gateway to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre and Heritage Square.
Seri Saujana Bridge is a prominent cable-stayed bridge in Putrajaya, Malaysia, spanning Putrajaya Lake to connect Lebuh Sentosa on Core Island with Lebuh Wawasan. Completed in 2003 as part of Putrajaya's planned administrative capital, it is one of eight major bridges in the city. Notable for its symmetrical cable-stayed design, twin pylons and night illumination, the bridge serves both as a functional roadway and a scenic landmark overlooking the lake and nearby Iron Mosque.
Seri Wawasan Bridge is a prominent cable-stayed bridge spanning Putrajaya Lake in the federal administrative capital of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Completed in 2003, it connects Precinct 2 on Core Island with Precinct 8 and Lebuh Sentosa. Notable for its futuristic design featuring a forward-inclined pylon and cable stays, the bridge is a major landmark and transport link, offering panoramic views of the lake, Putra Mosque and the city skyline, especially when illuminated at night.
Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, commonly known as the Iron Mosque, is located in Presint 3, Putrajaya, Malaysia. Completed in 2009 and inaugurated in June 2010, it is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya after Putra Mosque. Notable for its contemporary design using approximately 6,000 tonnes of architectural steel and glass, it can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers and overlooks Putrajaya Lake.