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Religious Attractions
Kek Lok Si Temple
 Kek Lok Si is reputedly the largest Buddhist temple complex in South-East
Asia. The temple is also widely-known for the beauty of its design, which
incorporates elements of Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architecture. Kek Lok Si
is dominated by the seven-tiered pagoda of Ban Po Thar, which is dedicated
to the Boddhisattva Tsi Tsuang Wang, who declined to enter nirvana after
enlightenment in order that he might assist others along the path.[More]
Snake Temple
 Probably the only temple of its kind in the world. The multitude of pit
vipers coiled around objects on the altar are believed to be rendered
harmless by the smoke of the burning incense in the temple. Just for good
measure, the snakes have also been de-venomed. Admission is free; bravery
should be obtained in advance.
St George's Church
Built with convict labor in 1818, this stately Anglican colonial church is
one of the oldest landmarks in the city. The entrance features a memorial
canopy dedicated to Captain Francis Light, who is buried in the adjoining
ceremony.
Maha Mariamman Temple
This Hindi temple, built in the late nineteenth century, features
fascinating sculptures of gods and goddesses over its entrance and on its
facade. Housed within its ornately decorated interior is a priceless statue
of Lord Subramaniam, embellished with gold, silver, diamonds, and emeralds.
The statue figures prominently in the annual Thaipusam Festival, when it is
borne on a silver chariot through the city streets to the temple at Jalan
Waterfall. Opening Hours: Morning to late evening. Permission to enter must
be obtained from temple officials.
Kuan Ying Teng Temple
Chinese settlers built this temple in the 1800s to honor the goddess Kuan
Yin. The air is filled with sandalwood incense as devotees burn hell notes
and joss sticks while the pray for health, wealth, fertility and longevity.
It is busiest during her feast days, which are celebrated on the 19th day of
every 2nd, 6th and 9th month of the lunar calendar. These are good times to
catch the Chinese puppet and opera shows shown there.
Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple
This Buddhist temple of Thai architecture houses a magnificent gold-plated
reclining Buddha that is said to be the third largest in the world. The
niches behind the statue house urns containing the ashes of devotees.
Admission is free.
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