Guan Di Temple is also known as Kuan Ti Temple, which was completed in 1888. The temple is referring to the Chinese God War and Literature. Guan Di Temple is one of the Kuala Lumpur fascinating Chinese temples and a beautiful Taoist temple. This temple is amongst the oldest and most characterful places of worship in Kuala Lumpur. This temple is where the legendary 59 kg copper Guan Dao, Chinese weapon is located.

This temple has been continuously swarmed as people believe the sword to possess a special power and touching or lifting it can actually put that individual far from any bad or injury. Some of them believe that it has an inner force that can excitingly turn a person’s luck. Tourists that visit the temple can easily walk to Jalan Tun H. S. Lee, a small street parallel to the busy Petaling Street.

How to Get There

By Plane

You can fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from any major airports. From airport you can catch taxi to Guan Di Temple. The distance from airport to Guan Di Temple is about 57 km or 44 minutes’ drive from airport.

By Car

If you travel from North and South you may use North-South Expressway to reach Guan Di Temple.

By Train

The better way to reach Guan Di Temple is via the LRT. You can take LRT Train and stop at the Central Market Station. It is only roughly 10-15 minutes’ walk to the Guan Di Temple. You also can take the Monorail and stop at the Maharajalela Monorail station. Guan Di Temple is about 2 km walking distance.

By Bus

You can take GO KL City Bus to Pasar Seni LRT Station to reach Guan Di Temple. Take the bus and stop at the bus terminal near the Pasar Seni LRT station. Guan Di Temple is about 4 minutes walking distance.

Tourist Attractions

Petaling Street

Petaling Street is one of the famous shopping districts in Kuala Lumpur. From the temple you can easily walk to Petaling Street where it takes only 3 minutes’ walk. At night the whole area transforms into a lively and vibrant night market, with hundreds of stalls selling all kinds of stuff at dirt-cheap prices, making it the most happening night market in the city.

Central Market

Central Market is another attractive tourist attraction nearby the temple that you shouldn’t miss to visit. Tourists come to Central Market for its variety of handicrafts, art, kebaya, songket, batik and authentic Malaysian souvenirs. Here you also can find the best Malaysia made batik items ranging from clothes, shoes and more.

Masjid Negara

Masjid Negara or known as National Mosque is located at Kuala Lumpur. The mosque has a large capacity of 15,000 people and is surrounded by lush greenery. The best features of the mosque are the 73 meters high minarets and its 16 pointed star concrete which is its main roof. Besides that there are many reflecting pools and fountains around the mosque compound.

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a must visit destination when you are in Kuala Lumpur. It is the world’s largest free flight aviary. The park features 3000 birds from more than 200 species. There also have many shows at the park. Visitors are allowed for bird feeding and photo-taking in the park.

Hotels

Capsule Town Hotel

Staying at Capsule Town Hotel is a perfect choice when you are visiting Guan Di Temple. Well-positioned in Chinatown City Center, Capsule Town Hotel is the ideal point of departure for your excursions in Kuala Lumpur. This hotel also located nearby tourist attractions such as Petaling Street within 0.1 km and Central Market within 0.2 km. This hotel is very easy to find since it is strategically positioned close to public facilities.

Geo Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Geo Hotel Kuala Lumpur is a 3-star hotel located only 130 meter from the Guan Di Temple. This hotel also located nearby tourist attractions such as Petaling Street and Central market just a minute walk from the hotel. Geo Hotel Kuala Lumpur is the perfect place to stay that provides decent facilities as well as great services.