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Putrajaya: Vision City

Putrajaya: Vision City

Putrajaya, the ‘Intelligent Garden City’ and federal administrative capital of Malaysia is a carefully planned township which emphasizes on preservation of the environment. The central 650 ha manmade lake, in addition to acting as a climate moderator also allows visitors a unique opportunity to cruise around the cityin either a small 4/6-seater gondola-like perahu boat or the large 76-seater air-con boat. Alternatively you can of course opt for conventional land tours. Putrajaya with its serenity, breathtaking architectural wonders and wondrous gardens has a unique character all its own.

Geography
Putrajaya covers an area of approximately 4,932 ha. It is strategically located centralised about 25 km south of Kuala Lumpur and 20 kilometers from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at Sepang. While the city has all the trappings of a modern metropolis its architecture and street decorations draw upon local and regional traditions and customs. Domed buildings combine the traditional Moorish style with modern steel and glass features. It is an interesting blend that gives Putrajaya a truly distinctive appearance.

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Heritage Discovery

The Millennium Monument The Millennium Monument, the first national monument to be built in Putrajaya, celebrates the country's history and achievements. The solid metal Millennium monument shaped like a Bunga Raya (Hibiscus) is 68m tall and stands in a 25-hectare park in Precinct 2.
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Arts & Cultural Exploration

Arts & Cultural Exploration Putra Bridge Spanning 435-m the two-tiered Putra Bridge connects the Government Precinct to the Mixed Development Precinct. With its design inspired by the Islamic architecture of the famous Khaju Bridge in Isfahan, Iran it has four minaret-type piers with observation decks, overlooking the Putrajaya Lake.  
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Eco-Adventures

Parks & Gardens Taman Botani Taman Botani (Botanical Gardens) covers an area of over 92 hectares and houses some 700 species of local plants as well as those from the African and Asia-Pacific regions. It comprises 3 main sections which include flowers, ornamental plants and preservation/research. It is designed a national sanctuary housing Malaysian plants as well as a centre for education ...
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Tourist Information Centre

Putrajaya Information Centre Tel: 603-8888 7272.