Batu Caves

Batu Caves a an iconic and popular tourist attraction in Selangor.

Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia.It

takes its name from the Sungai Batu (Stone River), which flows past the hill. It is the tenth limestone hill from

Ampang. Batu Caves is also the name of a nearby village.

The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is the

focal point of the Hindu festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia.

Batu Caves in short also referred as 10th Caves or Hill for Lord Muruga as there are six important holy

shrines in India and four more in Malaysia. The three others in Malaysia are Kallumalai Temple in Ipoh,

Tanneermalai Temple in Penang and Sannasimalai Temple in Malacca.

Its main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, besides a steep 272 climb up its steps

to finally view the stunning skyline of the city centre.

Monkeys frolic around the caves, and it is a popular spot for rock climbing enthusiasts. Paintings and scenes

of Hindu Gods can also be seen in the Ramayana Cave.

Batu Caves is a an iconic and popular tourist attraction place where you should not miss on your next visit to

Malaysia!

Getting here

By Car or Taxi

Batu Caves is accessible by car or taxi as it is situated beside the main highway of MRR2 in Batu Caves area. By Grab car, it typically costs between RM20 - RM30 one way, depending on traffic conditions. 

Monorail and Bus

From KL Sentral, take the monorail service to Titiwangsa station. Alight here and take the bus to Batu Caves.

KTM Komuter

There is also the KTM Komuter train service from KL Sentral to Batu Caves.

Who To Contact

Batu Caves Temple Management Office  +603 - 6189 6284

Dark Cave, Batu Caves  +603 - 6186 7011