


Year Built
2015 CE
Period
Post-Independence Period
Architectural Style
Dravidian Shakta Temple Architecture with Paadal Petra Concept
Built By
Malaysian Hindu Sangam Selangor; Temple Patron Dato’ K. G. Sathamuthu
Material Used
Granite, Sandstone, Reinforced Concrete, Steel, Copper Kalashas, Timber, Lime Plaster, Gold Leaf
Heritage Status
Recognised Cultural Landmark by Selangor State Government; Featured in Tourism Malaysia itineraries
Sri Shakti Devasthanam is Malaysia’s only temple inspired by the ancient concept of Paadal Petra Sthalams, inaugurated in 2015 after a decade-long project that sourced sculptors, craftsmen, and ritualists from Tamil Nadu to create a 48,000-square-foot granite complex with a 27.5-metre rajagopuram, five-tiered vimanas, 96 lion pillars, and a circular circumambulatory corridor depicting 51 forms of Shakti in high relief ([1][2]). Every surface is hand-carved—sthapathis spent seven years chiselling over 15,000 sculptures, including celestial dancers, guardians, and mythic narratives of Chandi Parameshwari. The temple operates 6:00 AM-9:30 PM with five kala pujas, weekly Chandi homa, monthly Navavarana puja, and continuous annadhanam. During Navaratri, the temple stages alankaram representing nine manifestations of Devi using floral, textile, and jewel ensembles curated by artisans from Kanchipuram; attendance swells to 80,000, supported by RFID headcounts, rain shelters, medical bays, logistics warehouses, and sustainability stations. Facilities include the Shakti Peetam hall (for meditation and yoga), language classrooms, heritage gallery, vegetarian café, library housing Sri Vidya manuscripts, rain gardens, and a volunteer operations centre coordinating humanitarian outreach across Selangor ([1][3]).
2002: vision initiated; 2004 groundbreaking; 2008 artisans arrive; 2015 Maha Kumbhabhishekam draws 50,000 devotees. The project revived traditional temple-building knowledge, using sthapathis from Mahabalipuram. The temple has since hosted the International Hindu Youth Conference (2019) and delivered pandemic-era aid across Selangor.



Major works: 2015 consecration; 2018 LED upgrade; 2020 BMS enhancements; 2022 rajagopuram cleaning; 2023 gold leaf reapplication to ceiling motifs.
Sri Shakti Devasthanam Trust
The complex employs a reinforced concrete core with granite cladding; all pillars, mandapas, and vimanas were cut from granite blocks in Tamil Nadu, numbered, shipped, and assembled with lime mortar, stainless steel dowels, and epoxy adhesives. The rajagopuram uses a concrete skeleton braced with steel tie rods and covered in granite and stucco icons. Copper kalashas were electroplated locally. The 27.5-metre gopuram integrates lightning protection and concealed rainwater drainage. Floors combine granite, marble, and polished sandstone; ceiling coffers feature teak beams and gold-leafed lotuses. Mechanical ducts run through accessible crawlspaces, allowing maintenance without disturbing iconography ([1][3]).
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Construction techniques included CNC pre-cutting of granite, hand-carved finishing, modular assembly with stainless dowels, reversible plaster adhesives, and 3D digital modelling to ensure alignment. A climate-controlled workshop on site allowed artisans to sculpt beyond working hours. The temple integrated Building Management System (BMS) sensors for humidity, lighting, and crowd flow. Ritual walkways use anti-slip granite. The reflecting pools employ fibre-reinforced waterproof liners.
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Visit weekday mornings for tranquil darshan; Navaratri for spectacular alankaram; weekends for guided tours; early evenings for illuminated gopuram and Shakti Peetam meditations.
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Dress modestly; remove footwear; refrain from touching sculptures; follow volunteer guidance; vegetarian food only; no drones without approval.
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Post-Independence Period
Selangor
Dravidian Shakta Temple Architecture with Paadal Petra Concept
Protected Heritage
Sri Shakti Devasthanam Bukit Rotan Selangor is a historic Temple located in Selangor, Malaysia. This Dravidian Shakta Temple Architecture with Paadal Petra Concept architectural masterpiece was built during the Post-Independence Period period and represents significant cultural and historical heritage of Malaysia. Sri Shakti Devasthanam is Malaysia’s only temple inspired by the ancient concept of Paadal Petra Sthalams, inaugurated in 2015 after a decade-long project that sourced sculptors, craftsmen, and ritual...
| RMEntry Fee | Entry free; guided tour donation RM20; Shakti Peetam hall rental packages; Navaratri alankaram sponsorship RM108; photography inside mandapa requires permission; parking RM5 on festival days. |
| 🕐Opening Hours | Dawn to Dusk (6 AM - 6 PM) |
| 📅Best Time to Visit | October to March (Winter) |
| ⏱️Duration | 2-3 hours |
| ♿Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible |
| 📸Photography | Allowed (No flash) |
Check opening hours and entry fees for Sri Shakti Devasthanam Bukit Rotan Selangor. Book tickets online if available to avoid queues. Best visited during early morning or late afternoon.
Sri Shakti Devasthanam Bukit Rotan Selangor is located in Lot 2124, Jalan Kuala Selangor, 45700 Bukit Rotan, Selangor, Malaysia, Selangor. The nearest major city is Lot 2124. Accessible by road, rail, and air. Use GPS coordinates: 3.3544, 101.3122.
Entry fee: Entry free; guided tour donation RM20; Shakti Peetam hall rental packages; Navaratri alankaram sponsorship RM108; photography inside mandapa requires permission; parking RM5 on festival days.. Follow dress code for religious sites. Photography is allowed. Maintain silence and respect the heritage.
Allocate 2-3 hours to fully explore Sri Shakti Devasthanam Bukit Rotan Selangor. Key areas to visit include the main sanctum, pillared halls, and intricate carvings. Consider hiring a local guide for detailed insights.
Construction of Sri Shakti Devasthanam Bukit Rotan Selangor by Malaysian Hindu Sangam Selangor; Temple Patron Dato’ K. G. Sathamuthu
Conservation and restoration efforts initiated under Recognised Cultural Landmark by Selangor State Government; Featured in Tourism Malaysia itineraries
Digital documentation and 3D scanning completed by Inheritage Foundation