Putrajaya

Putrajaya is a new city, a federal territory and administration centre of Malaysia. Previously, Kuala Lumpur was Malaysia's administrative centre. The city is located at 2°55' North, 101°40' East (2.91667, 101.667). http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/my.html

Related Topics:
Federal territory - Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur

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The city is named after the first Malaysian Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra. "Putra" also means prince in Malay while "Jaya" means excellent or success. The city has only been raised recently and it is still undergoing massive development.

Related Topics:
Malaysian Prime Minister - Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra - Malay

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Nearby is Cyberjaya, a cyber city, also located within the Multimedia Super Corridor.

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