On a bright weekend morning, we hopped on a train from central Kuala Lumpur and headed straight to one of Malaysia’s most iconic landmarks: the Batu Caves. The journey was smooth and easy, the train drops you off just a short walk from the entrance.
Being the weekend, the site was buzzing with both tourists and locals, adding to the lively atmosphere. Upon entering the complex, a man tried to steer us left toward a smaller cave attraction, but we had read ahead and knew this was a paid section that most visitors don’t find worth it. Thankfully, we skipped it and stuck to the right path and we’re so glad we did.
There they were: the vibrant, rainbow-colored stairs leading up to the main temple cave, guarded by the towering golden statue of Lord Murugan. Climbing the steps was a bit of a workout, but with so much color and energy around us, plus a few cheeky monkeys on the way, it felt like part of the adventure.
At the top, the cave opens into a vast and beautiful space, filled with shrines, offerings, and shafts of light pouring in from above. Despite the crowds, there was a peaceful energy inside, a place where natural beauty and spiritual tradition meet.
