Botanical Garden Putrajaya (Garden)

PUTRAJAYA BOTANICAL GARDENS

Putrajaya Botanical Gardens is a must-see attraction if you are visiting the beautiful city of Putrajaya. There are several major parks in the city which is sometimes referred to as a 'City in the Garden'. The biggest botanical garden in Malaysia covers an area over 92 hectares. The park is divided into three sections - flowers, ornamental plants and preservation/research purposes.
The garden is divided into different themes such as Explorer's Trail, Palm Hill, Floral Gardens, Sun Garden and the Lakeside.

The garden currently has more than 700 species of flowering plants, local plants as well as plants from the Asia-Pacific and Africa regions. The area also serves as a research centre, with its multi-purpose collection. Kids will be delighted with the huge collection and exotic flowers, and educationists will be able to see many species of plants at the research centre. 

The landscaping includes a canopy bridge, a huge sundial, covered walkways, a lake boardwalk, gazebos and picnic shelters. Other attractions include cycle hire, boating, an interactive exhibition and a tram ride for which separate fees apply. There is also a Visitors' Interpretative Centre (VIC), explorer's trail, palm hill, sun and floral gardens for visitors wishing to experience more from the Botanical Garden. Take home some interesting collections from its quaint gift shop offering environmentally friendly souvenirs.

The Botanical Gardens are in the heart of the city close to the Istana Melawati (royal palace) and within walking distance of the Putrajaya Shangri-La Hotel. Plenty of parking is available. You will no doubt be in need of refreshment after wandering around in all this fresh air. The Putrajaya Seafood Restaurant occupies a prime position on the lake front from where you can get a great view of the Prime Minister's office complex building.

HOW TO GET THERE

By Bus

If you intend to come by bus, take the Cityliner bus 868 from Sinar Kota, Kuala Lumpur to Putrajaya. The fare is around RM2.60 and it operates from 6:30am to 10pm at night. From the bus terminal in Putrajaya, take a Nadi Putra bus here.

By Train

If you come by train, use the ERL KLIA transit train that departs from KL Sentral or KLIA. The train operates from 5:30am to 1am daily with an interval of 30 minutes. At the Western Transportation Terminal in Putrajaya, take the Nadi Putra bus and you will arrive here.

WHO TO CONTACT

Kuala Lumpur Tourism Office

Phone: +603-2615 8188

Tourism Info Line

Phone: 1-300-88-5050

URL: http://www.tourism.gov.my/en/places/states-of-malaysia/putrajaya/putrajaya-botanical-garden-taman-botani

Perdana Botanical garden ( Garden)

PERDANA BOTANICAL GARDEN

Perdana Botanical Gardens, better known by its old name "Lake Gardens", is the oldest, most popular and first large-scale recreational park in Kuala Lumpur.It is located along JalanPerdana or Venning Road and near the National Museum of Malaysia.It lies just on the edge of the city and used to be where the British elite built their fine homes in colonial times. It contains large sculpted and manicured gardens and a host of attractions. Originally created as part of a recreational park and subsequently planted with tropical plants, the garden have been rehabilitated and turned into a botanical garden.

Today, its landscaped hills and beautiful trails provide an escape for city dwellers out for a jog or some early morning t'ai chi. Its main attraction is the lake surrounded by lush greenery in a 92 hectares (227 acres) parkland that provides a refreshing ambience. At the park, shuttle trams are available daily from 9 am to 6 pm and tickets charged: RM2 adults, RM1 children. Visitors can also rent bicycles for RM3 per 30 minutes. Guided walks are provided free of charge on Sundays from 8 am to 10 am.

Roam through the aviaries at the Bird Park and Butterfly Park. Or take a stroll through the beautiful Deer Park and Orchid Garden, which are all reachable either by foot or by regular shuttle buses. From the gardens, you can also visit other attractions such as the National Monument, the Planetarium, the Islamic Museum, and Hibiscus garden.

HOW TO GET THERE

By Taxi

Entrances to the Perdana Botanical Gardens are on JalanParlimen and behind the National Mosque.

By Bus

Another option is to take the RapidKL bus B112 from PasarSeni LRT station. This will drop you at the National Museum which is at the edge of the park.

WHO TO CONTACT

Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)

Phone: 1 300 88 5050

Fax: +603-2162 1149

Email: enquiries@tourism.gov.my

URL: http://www.vmy2014.com/see-and-do/places-to-visit/other-places-to-visit/perdana-botanical-gardens

Penang Botanic Garden

Penang Botanic Gardens

The Penang Botanic Gardens, more popularly known as the "Waterfall Gardens", was established by the British way back in 1884 from an old quarry site. The beautiful grounds and the tranquility of the gardens have long been enjoyed and admired by millions of visitors. Besides being the arboretum living plants specimens, it is also the seat of botanical conservation, education and training. The Gardens also play an important role in the field of horticulture and landscaping development. The Gardens were founded in 1884 by Charles Curtis from the Gardens and Forests Departments Straits Settlements. As the first Curator, Curtis was a devoted plant lover who tirelessly transformed the granite quarry into a garden, and greatly contributed to the botanical and horticulture development of the Gardens.

Walking around the Gardens, one cannot miss the Cannon Ball Tree (Couropita guanensis) and the large buttress roots of the Sengkuang Tree (Dracanta melondao). Look out for the Pinang Palm (Areca catechu) that lent its name to the island of Penang, and the Black Lily (Taccaintegrifalia) with its unique purplish-black coloured flowers. The endemic Slipper Orchid (Paphio pedilum barbatum) and the ginger, Geoctachys penangensis, can also be found here.

Look out also for the wildlife inhabiting the gardens. Commonly seen are the long-tailed Macaques, Dusky Leaf Monkeys, Black Giant Squirrels and a myriad of insects and butterflies.

From afar, one could catch a view of the famous waterfall up on the hills above the reservoir.

Some useful guidelines:

1) it is important to respect the plants and animals here. Please do not remove, damage, or intentionally disturb them.

2) Keep the grounds clean at all times. Do not litter. You can also help us by picking up any rubbish that you come across during your walk.

3) Stay on established trails.

4) Do not start fires.

5) Observe and listen to the voices of your natural surrounding. Appreciate nature without disturbing it with loud noises. Please also refrain from using any audio equipment.

How to get there

By car or bus. The garden is about 8km from town centre. Parking is available for vehicles at several car parks just outside the Garden entrance.

URL:

http://www.visitpenang.gov.my/portal3/what-to-see/nature-attraction-and-beauty/botanical-garden.html