The Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest and reputedly the richest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur and originally catering mainly to the South Indian Tamil community of the city, although there were not obviously ethnic Tamils when I visited. Architecturally, it’s a typical South Indian Dravidian style temple with an outstanding and highly ornate 5 tiered gopuram directly above the entrance to the temple. Inside is colourful like most South Indian temples with lots of sculptures of Hindu gods. I recommend going during a pooja when the faithful come to pray when I got to witness the priest performing a ceremony. The temple is located not far from the very touristy Chinatown and Petaling street market. This temple is worth visiting as part of any itinerary that includes the aforementioned attractions. The temple is colourfully lit up at night with 5 colours and looks pretty.

This colourful temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur. There is an amazingly beautifully ornate entranceway and many intricate carvings and statues inside the temple, including an impressive mural wall. This is a very peaceful temple in the middle of a very busy district of Kuala Lumpur - 4 minutes walk from Petaling Street Market. I was wearing baggy shorts to the knee and still had to wrap around a sarong around my waist to my feet. Shoulders and knees must be covered by women to enter. Shoes have to be taken off to the left of the entranceway, for a fee of 20cents each. Free entry to the temple. Tourists are made to feel very welcome, although this is also an active temple with many worshipers there when we visited. Recommended to visit both during the day and also at night when the temple is lit up with colourful lights. We spent around 20 minutes here to having a good look around and taking lots of photos. Unfortunately, there is very little information available about the temple. It was however, generally well maintained and very beautiful.

Nice Hindu Temple squeezed in a bustling city. You can check your shoes in for 30 cents in the local currency as you enjoy the temple grounds. It’s very colorful with many Gods and was a nice experience.