10 Colorful IG-worthy Spots in Malaysia

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4 Mar 2022 • 12:00 PM MYT
M'sia Food & Travel
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Because we all need a little colour in our lives!

These top spots are perfect for your next Instagram post! If you are looking to explore nature and cities alike, these colourful locations are on your next list for 2022.

  1. Batu Caves

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This iconic tourist attraction in Selangor is the site of a Hindu temple and shrine. This spot attracts thousands of worshippers and tourists! During their annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam, the number of tourists increases so much more! Batu caves have a massive Hindu God statue at the entrance, but you will need to climb steep 272 rainbow steps stairs to reach the destination! Better bring your water bottle to quench your thirst.

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Address: Gombak, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia

2. My Kiehl’s heritage

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A skincare brand made Instagrammable walls waiting for you to come and take pictures with! My Kiehl’s heritage is a must-go if you are looking to spice up your IG or Pinterest feed because of this big street art scene you will love. This colourful mural is near Jonker Street, so it is not easy to miss!

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Address: Jalan Tukang Besi, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia

3. The Linc

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The Linc’s artsy, vibrant and chic space provides so many photography opportunities for your next Instagram photos! Their colourful origami, staircases, murals, and a lot more are waiting for you to discover them! Along with these rainbows, spaces are different food establishments around the area. This is perfect! Once you get tired of roaming around this modern architecture, you can eat and still enjoy the local creativity of The Linc seen through the area.

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Address: 360, Jln Tun Razak, Taman U Thant, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

4. Pulau Jejerak

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This tiny island found in the Penang Island’s eastern coast has been a weekend getaway highlight! Pulau Perak has plenty of stunning and picturesque spots that have colourful piers, a big swing by the beach, and especially the beautiful sunsets that colour the sky violet, pink, yellow, and red! Their signature stairway to heaven is a must-go for your photography idea, perfect for creatives! You can also rent bicycles to ride around the island and take in the fresh, salty air from the waters of Jejerak.

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Address: Jejerak Island, Penang

5. Laman Seni 7

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If you think back alleys can be scary, boring, and dark, Laman Seni 7’s got you wrong! Back alleys in this commercial area have been turned into clean, safe, and full of artworks. This visually-pleasing location is filled with street art and murals that feature some of the best artworks from several competitions that were held in this area! The art here mainly has concepts and themes of “Shah Alam Community’, ‘Tourist Attractions’ and ‘Green Concept’.IIf you are looking to make your IG-page more vibrant, make sure to snap photos here in Laman Seni 7!

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Address: Jalan Plumbum R7/R, Seksyen 7, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

6. Jalan Alor Street Art

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Not only Jalan Alor is known for being a street food haven; you can also find beautiful street art here! Some of the establishments here are painted with colourful trees and streams, perfect for everything photo-related! Feast your eyes with many creative spaces here, painted by many talented and skilled artists that took the time to paint such beautiful murals. This psychedelic-like art tour in some streets will keep your eyes filled with art!

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Address: 64, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

7. Pusat Sains Negara

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This National Science Garden has a beautiful cone-styled building that is studded with colours and has a massive dome. The establishment is very futuristic and modern! Enjoy looking and exploring around the area rich with science and technology. The exhibitions here might even take you at least half a day to go around! You also need to visit their outdoor garden where you can see colourful parrots and butterflies! There are plenty of orchids there as well, perfect for taking photos!

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8. Flower Fruit Hill

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This hidden gem is located at Kampung Besar! Hikers should go to Flower Fruit Hill for the aesthetically-pleasing rainbow trail that has about 328 steps! This recreational space is relatively new, so a lot of people do not know about it yet! Be one of the first few to hike here and enjoy the 45-minute trail to reach the top. If you are looking to quench your thirst, there are stalls here selling freshly made nutmeg juices halfway up the road to hydrate you. A big plus is there are even big animal figures you can find along the way! Don’t be scared if you see a giant tiger statue while hiking!

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Address: 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia

9. Spacerubix

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This vibrant, multipurpose venue in Puchong has colourful facades and spaces made for special occasions to make memories with! This venue is especially near public transport, making Spacerubix very accessible for everyone! The establishment’s unique, Rubix-style walls make it very good to take photos on! Other than the colourful outdoor Spacerubix design, its interiors are also eye-catching and can be made to pair with the style and themes of any event. You can have workshops, sports events, parties, and even festivals at Spacerubix! Make sure to contact their management to fulfil your Spacerubix dream events.

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Address: Jalan TPP 1/7, Taman Perindustrian Puchong, 47100 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia

10. Colorful Backlane @ Jalan Thambipillay

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Tucked away in a back alley in Brickfields, this colourful lane is certainly one for the Gram! With an array of things to do and see in Brickfields, this is another one that you must visit! Located along Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, this place was once infested with rodents and multiple illegal extensions made by business owners have been given a makeover by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).

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Address: No. 47, Jalan Thambapillai, Wilayah Persekutuan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur


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