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Devotion set in stone: Klang’s Sri Sundararaja Perumal Temple

today20 October 2025

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Priests blessing devotees at the Sri Sundararaja Perumal Temple during a morning ritual. (Fauzi Yunus @ FMT Lifestyle)
KUALA LUMPUR:

During Deepavali, the Sri Sundararaja Perumal Temple in Klang comes alive with colour and devotion, drawing countless visitors throughout the festive season. Devotees arrive as early as 5am to mark the holy day with prayers and vows.

It’s an exceptionally busy period, but for those who serve at this beloved temple, such bustle is simply part of the tradition behind the Festival of Lights.

“It’s non-stop. Many come with their families, perform their ‘archanai’ (prayers), take food, and light the ghee lights.

“Some people have been coming here for generations. They came here as children and now bring their children here,” temple committee member and public officer K Saraswathy told FMT Lifestyle.

One of the most well-known Hindu places of worship in the country, the Sri Sundararaja Perumal Temple is renowned for its stunning architecture…

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Written by: Terence Toh @ FMT Lifestyle


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