Sri Mahamariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur. (Photo: Ravindran John Smith/iStock)
Cover Sri Mahamariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur. (Photo: iStock)

A look at some of the most beautiful temples across the nation this Thaipusam

A time to witness glittering processions and solemn pilgrimages by Hindu devotees, Thaipusam celebrations this year will continue in compliance with various health SOPs as shared by the Malaysian Department of National Unity and Integration in a Facebook post.

These SOPs include mandatory mask-wearing and social distancing along with the requirement allowing only vaccinated individuals above 18 years of age to participate in chariot processions. Additionally, only a limited number of temple committee members are allowed to follow the processions.

You've seen and heard of the world-famous Batu Caves site in Selangor where the Sri Subramaniam Temple sits, but what about these other stunning religious sites across Malaysia?

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Sri Aathieswaran Temple in Sentul

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An evening view of the Sri Aathieswaran Temple in Sentul (Photo: @patrickrajjj/Instagram)
Above An evening view of the Sri Aathieswaran Temple in Sentul (Photo: @patrickrajjj/Instagram)

Sri Mahamariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur

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Sri Mahamariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur. (Photo: Ravindran John Smith/iStock)
Above (Photo: Ravindran John Smith/iStock)

Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple in Penang

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Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, also known as the 'Waterfall Temple' in Penang (Photo: @patrickrajjj/Instagram)
Above Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, also known as the 'Waterfall Temple' in Penang (Photo: @patrickrajjj/Instagram)

The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple in Johor

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The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple, also known as the Tebrau Glass Temple in Johor is Malaysia's only glass temple. (Photo: @malaysiatopfive/Instagram)
Above The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple, also known as the Tebrau Glass Temple in Johor is Malaysia's only glass temple. (Photo: @malaysiatopfive/Instagram)
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One of the oldest temples in the country, the Tebrau Glass Temple is adorned with a beautifully complex mosaic of over 300,000 colourful glass pieces and beads. (Photo: @malaysiatopfive/Instagram)
Above One of the oldest temples in the country, the Tebrau Glass Temple is adorned with a beautifully complex mosaic of over 300,000 colourful glass pieces and beads. (Photo: @malaysiatopfive/Instagram)

The Sri Shakti Devasthanam Temple in Bukit Rotan, Selangor

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The Sri Shakti Devasthanam Temple in Bukit Rotan, Selangor, features 96 carved pillars (Photo: @sunneysiau on Instagram)
Above The Sri Shakti Devasthanam Temple in Bukit Rotan, Selangor, features 96 carved pillars (Photo: @sunneysiau on Instagram)

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