LABUAN: Thirumurugan Temple Labuan has secured a place in the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) for constructing the country's tallest Vel icon structure, standing at 13.18m.

The MBR certificate was presented at a ceremony at the temple grounds here today.

The achievement marks another milestone in the history of the temple, which has served as a spiritual centre for the Hindu community in Labuan for more than five decades.

The temple trustee and advisor, Subramaniam Muniandy, said the Vel, a sacred symbol associated with Lord Thirumurugan, represented divine wisdom, courage, righteousness and protection.