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Glass Temple and Little India Lunch

Start your morning at the shimmering glass temple, then wander into the historic Little India district for a late breakfast or early lunch.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple

    Arrive at Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple as it opens. Admire the imported glass cladding on the walls and columns. Leave your shoes at the guardian station for a small fee before entering.

  2. 09:45

    Restoran Nilla

    Walk to Restoran Nilla in Little India for a South Indian meal. The main branch is open 24 hours and offers a large menu of banana-leaf food with friendly service.

  3. 10:45

    Little India

    Stroll through Little India along Ungku Puan Street. Take in the historical community area, visiting various shops and landmarks that define the neighborhood.

Local tip

The temple is a popular spot for tourists and pilgrims, so going early helps avoid the largest crowds. Restoran Nilla's main branch has no air-conditioning, so dress accordingly.

Check before you go

  • Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple charges RM10 for adults and RM5 for children (5-12 years old).
  • Restoran Nilla's main branch is open 24 hours daily.
  • Little India is a public area accessible at any time, but shops and restaurants have their own hours.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Johor Bahru (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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