Taman Selatan is situated within Precinct 20 on the Southern boundary of Putrajaya. It has been developed as the green gateway from the South of Putrajaya incorporating cemeteries for Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus and Christians.

Among the many facilities provided in the park are burial grounds for Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, Hindus and General religious beliefs, Muslim prayer hall (Musalla), Crematorium, Religious Pavilions, Staff Housing, Administration Building, Memorial Centre housing a Memorial Wall and Exhibition Area and a Challenge Park.