History

Imagine a temple so covered in glass that sunlight turns the entire interior into moving colour.

Johor's tallest temple at 75 feet, this landmark has stood for more than a century, its surfaces layered with over 120 statues and 26 wall paintings. Roughly 300,000 pieces of glass mosaic cover much of the structure, a feature that earned it the nickname Glass Temple and a listing in the Malaysia Book of Records.

Few temples anywhere ask you to simply stand still and watch the light move.

Why It Matters

This is a temple people visit for the scale of the artistry as much as for worship.

It continues to serve as an active place of Hindu worship today, drawing visitors and devotees who come as much for the devotion as for the sheer detail covering every wall.

Step inside at the right hour, when the light catches the glass just so, and it is easy to see why the name stuck.

Travel Tips

• Visit during daylight to appreciate the colourful glass reflections. 

• Dress modestly as it is an active place of worship. 

• Remove your shoes before entering the temple. 

• A small entrance fee may apply for tourists. 

💡 Did You Know?

• It is recognised as the world's first glass Hindu temple. 

• More than 300,000 colourful glass pieces decorate the temple's walls, ceilings, and sculptures.