Hotels near Batu Caves
jalan selasih 11, taman selaseh fasa 1 gombak, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia
Batu Caves is a 400-million-year-old limestone hill 13 km north of KL containing 3 large caves and 4 smaller caves used as Hindu temples since 1891. The main Cathedral Cave at the top is approached via 272 rainbow-painted steps guarded by a 42.7-metre golden statue of Murugan (the second-tallest Hindu deity statue in the world). The cave shrines inside hold dozens of Hindu deities and the central Lord Murugan temple.
The annual Thaipusam festival (late January-February) draws over 1 million pilgrims, many carrying decorated kavadi burdens up the steps as religious offerings. Macaques inhabit the caves - keep food and shiny items secured. The 270 steps are steep; allow 90 minutes including the climb. Free entry to main cave; the separate Dark Cave tour has been closed since 2019. KTM Komuter to Batu Caves station (the line terminus). Open daily 06:00-21:00.
Pro Tip: Visit before 09:00 to avoid crowds and the worst monkey hassle (the macaques are calmer in the early morning). Dress code applies - covered knees and shoulders; sarongs not provided at the gate, so come prepared.
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