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Putrajaya Sights - Landmarks & Parks
Destinations & Sights
Putrajaya has some landmarks that you might want to visit or will eventually
come across in your tour. Made to symbolize an aspect or to commemorate an
event, these include the 68 meter tall Millennium Monument, the intriguing
Putrajaya Landmark and the elaborate Putra Square.
 Millennium Monument
Standing at 68m tall, It is constructed of solid metal structures. The overall
design is based on an abstract of the Bunga Raya (the hibiscus), the national
flower. Built as a timeline, with etchings on the transparent panels along the
walkway denoting important periods and milestones in the nation's history - from
the early Malacca sultanate, through independence, and to the present day. It
serves as a medium for the younger generation to learn about the country's
history, struggles and achievements. The futuristic-looking structure also
resembles a rocket poised for launch. A beautiful sight at night, monument is
illuminated and serves as a beacon with a beacon visible from various locations
in Putrajaya. From its lower decks It offers an all round fantastic view of
Putrajaya.
Putrajaya Landmark or Mercu Tanda
The landmark with its time capsule structure was built to commemorate the ground
breaking of the Putrajaya Project in 1995. Its design is a combination of a
high-technology theme and the use of contemporary and traditional motives.
Located in Putra Perdana Park which is one of the highest points, allows
visitors to enjoy panoramic view of Putrajaya. Landscaped with trees and water
fountains; there are pedestrian walkways linking the to gardens, gazebos and
pergolas.
 Putra Square / Dataran Putra
This can be described as the main square in Putrajaya. The 300 metres circular
Dataran Putra is landscape by mogul Chahar Baghs, which acts as a transition
between the parks and the ceremonial area, with
carefully arranged interplay of paths, water channels, flower beds and trees.
The Dataran is divided into 11 segments, in the pattern of an 11-pointed star.
The outer 11-pointed star represents the initial 11 states of Malaya when the
country gained independence in August 1957, the inner 13-pointed star
constitutes the 13 states that later formed Malaysia in 1963. The progressive
arrangements of the different pointed stars finally culminate in a circle in the
centre of the Dataran. The circle symbolising the ultimate goal of unity
Being a Garden City with a modern look, 70% of its landscape consists of
gardens, lakes and parks, with botanical gardens and landscaped wetlands that
contribute to its character.
Botany
Park / Taman Botani
Designed as an Arcadia or a national sanctuary for the Malaysian living
collection of plant taxonomy as well as a centre for education and research.
With about 700 species from over 90 countries of origin, the Botanical Garden
captures the full diversity of tropical flowering species.
 The collection of plant life assembled here consists not only of plants that are
indigenous to Malaysia but includes many species from other tropical countries
stretching across Africa, Tropical America and Asia Pacific. Informative plaques
and materials are strategically located to help better understand their complex
nature.
Facilities include a Visitor Interpretative Centre with an interactive
exhibition. Walks here include on the tree-high Canopy Bridge, the Heliconia
Trail, the Sun Garden, the unique African Collection, the Tropical American
Collection and many others. Naturally the plants here attracts the birds and
this also a good place for bird watching.
 The Putrajaya Wetlands
Believed to be one the largest constructed freshwater wetlands in the tropics,
it includes a wildlife sanctuary which attracts a huge variety of animals to the
combined terrestrial-aquatic wetland environment. The park's lake is also home
to a pair of hippopotamus from Africa. More than 70 species of wetland plants
totaling 12.3 million plants were planted and 24 species of indigenous fish were
introduced in the wetland.
Best way to Visit -
Take a Putrajaya Tour
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