Important Announcement
PubHTML5 Scheduled Server Maintenance on (GMT) Sunday, June 26th, 2:00 am - 8:00 am.
PubHTML5 site will be inoperative during the times indicated!

Home Explore KV4L 29

KV4L 29

Published by bluedalepublishing123, 2016-08-02 04:47:11

Description: Klang Valley 4 Locals 29

Keywords: KV4L,klang valley,travel guide,kl,holiday,shopping,selangor

Search

Read the Text Version

Essentiiaall TTrraavveell IInnffoorrma tionJuly 2016 - Sept 2016TUGU KERIS, TAMAN BANDAR DIRAJA KLANG, KLANG

BUS STOP 54 BUS STOP BandarJalan BUS STOP B25 BUS STOP Alam BUS STOP B149Loro BUS STOP Puncak Alam BUS STOP g MelatiBUS STOPBUS STOP BUS STOP Puncak Alam 54 PersiaraJalan Kuang P. Bukit Rah n n BUS STOP Jalan Merbau Jalan Meru BUS STOP n E1/1 man Per BUS STOP 54 Sungai Bu BUS STOP BANDAR siara u BUS STOP SAUJANA UTAMAKlang Valley Map BUS STOP b BUS STOP Ku E35 JalanBUS STOP Jalan Batu BUS STOP Jln Teratai Jln Teratai 4 Persiaran Atmsfera BUS STOP SUBANG BESTARI BUS STOP BUS STOP Persiaran P. Galaksi P. Fajar BUS STOP Jalan Iskandar B1 BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP DENAI ALAM 15 Tam K Jalan Haji Salleh Jalan Paip BUS STOP Jala BUS STOPB106 BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP Jalan Batu BUS STOP BUS STOP Jln Pekan BUS STOP 3217 Persiaran Hamzah Alam n Persiaran Setia P BUS STOP Subang BUS STOP an P. Gerb BUS STOP BUS STOP erdana BUS STOP Jalan Abdul Manan SETIA ECO-PARK BUS STOP BUS STOP B1 Persiaran Setia Alam BUKIT JELUTONG Jal BUS STOP SETIA ALAM ang Utama BUS STOP Lebuhraya Lembah Baru KlangBUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP AH2 Jalan Kapar BUS STOP siaran Kayangan BUS STOP B9 3 BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP Per SEKSYEN 13 BUS STOP 4 B4 Jalan Sungai Puloh Persiara P.Kerjaya E30 B9 SEKSYEN 7 SELANGOR IMPIANA BUS STOP P. Dato Menteri BUS STOP P. T BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP SEKSYEN 15 20 Jalan Goh Hock Lebiu-hCPIeTrmYai LebPuerhsiraPareaynrasiKPaeeramrnseaSkjeuulaatnnugaonr P. Jubli Per ekn ologi BUS STOP Batu 3 Lima erusahaanP. Tengku E5 ak BUS STOP Jalan KlangJalan Teluk Pulai BUS STOP Persiaran J ub Persiaran P li Perak BUS STOP E13 STRAI MMUANDA P.Kuala Selang Jln.Sg BUS STOP Jln Sg Jati 190 or Jalan RajaBUS STOP BUS STOP TAMAN SRI Jln Kebun BUS STOP iaran Kla ANDALASJln Batu Unjur BUS BUS STOP 2 BUS STOP Pers PANDAMARAN Persiaran Batu Jalan Sungai Jati Jalan Batu BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP P. Hulu P. K BUS STOP 190 Jln Bukit Persiaran Angg P.Sepang nKemuningPelKalbaLunEhGgaEnND B10 BUS STOP erik Persiaran BUS STOP Jalan Kebun BUS STOP KOTA Putra KEMUNING Shopping Jusco Bukit Tinggi Nenas Jalan BUS STOP Police Station 181 BUS STOP BUS STOPBus StopBUSSTOP Jalan Pendamaran B10 Lebuhraya Shah Alam Bukit Kemuning Golf Jalan Pendamaran & Country Resort BUS STOP BUS STOP Hospital 5 Jalan Blokuilding BUS STOPJalan Te Golf & Resort BUS STOP Tourist Attraction BUS STOP BUS STOP Dining/Entertainment Hotel B128 BUS STOP B129 Parking B127 BUS STOP Highway Kebun Baru Batu 9 BUS STOP Secondary Road BUS STOP E26 Jalan Jalan Balam Jln B130 PaTneglolikma BUS STOP BUS STOP

Jalan n Jln 29 JlnLaksmana Jln Bi n Pintasan Tm BUS STOP BATU CAVESBUSSTOP BUS STOP elawati J. Batu Caves Jalan Li BUS STOP BUS STOP nM BUS STOP AH2 BUS STOP Jalann Bukit Jln Ehsan Utama SENTUL 68 ngkaranJalanBUS STOP Jln B9 1 BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOPuloh VALENCIA P. C BUS STOP Jalan Kepong emara 28 BUJSlSnTOPJLlannBMUgSeSTrEOgPmasatsua WANGSA MAJUJlnCengal BUS STOP 54 BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP BANDAR SRI urung BUS STOP Jln Usahawan Jln 6/27 DAMANSARA Jln Kilang SEGAMBUT Jln Genting a Jln B BUS STOP Jln Segambut Jln Sentul E33 Jln B ogani Tnk LabLink atu Jln TAMAN BUS STOP E1 Jln Sultan BUS STOP BUS STOP SETIAWANGSA Mah BUS STOP Jalan Pahang BUS STOP BUS STOPP Persiaran MONT KIARA u AbdBUS STOP Jln Jalan Enggang BUS STOP Jln BUS STOP FEDERALman Rimba Komuniti TOEFRRKIUTAOLRAYBUS STOP E12 Jln Kerja Kota Damansara Jalan Ampang BUS STOP Amp BUS STOP Jln Beringi Persiaran Persiaran Kenanga JlnDatuk BUKIT LUMPUR Jln Kg Jln 1/76 1 Utama DAMANSARA BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP Kuala Lumpur Tropicana Golf E9JJlnlJnlPnCehCeleorJcalhns rPaenrekasaBUS STOP Jln & Country Resort E23 Jln Sg Besi Expy Bandar BUS STOP BRICKFIELDS Jln Pandan Utam Jln PARA DAMANSARA Lebuh PJU SS Jln Mid Valley Megamall BUSSTOP 1 BUS STOP Jln Bunga E38 JU Jln.PJU 1a/1 BUS STOP Jln Bunga Raya isu lnSriPerma BUS STOP n Yacoob Jln BUS STOP BUS STOP 15 E11 SEKSYEN 14 Lama BUS STOP Jalan Kuari Jln Bahagia Jln Baiduri J Jln SS Jln Klang Desa Utama Petaling Jaya KUCHAIBUSSTOPPersiaran Kerjay Jln JlENTREPRENEURS3213 28 a Midah Jln Majlis Jln Templer Jln Bu n Cema Jln SS 7/2 Jln Othman Jln Jl BUS STOP BUS STOP diman BUS STOP TAMAN SS 15 SBUANNWDAARY BANPDAARRKBARU2 Jln Kemajuan Subang E10 Jl Jln Klang Lam Gembira E37 CONNAUGHT g Jln P. Kewajipan a Jln Awan Besar n Puchon BUS STOP BUS STOP Jln Jln8/124 SRI PETALING Jln BUS STOP AJllan mLagoon Selatan Puchong JayaBUS BUS STOP B11 STOLP ebuhraya Shah n USJ 1 Jalan Puchong Jln Jalil E9 P. Murni Persiaran Tujua 217 Jln Suadamai P.Bakti BUKIT JALIL BUS STOP BUS STOP Bukit Jalil Hwy Jln B ukit Jalil Bukit Jalil Hwy USJ 9 P.Subang Jln Kinrara 6 E20 Jln Kinra PUSAT BANDAR ra 5 jipan BUS STOP P.Kewa PUCHONG Persia estari Perd BUS STOP BUS STOPang Puchong Ja BUS STOP sar Jln BUS STOP ana KemSbearni gan Balakong BUS STOP S STOP ONE CITY E11 i PBP1Kuala Langat Putra Pe TAMAN Jln Industr Jln Sri BUS STOP lan Be BUS STOP PUCHONG Persiaran PERDANA B11 ran L Jln Desa rdana BUS STOP BUS STOP BUS STOP P. Puchong TAMAN EQUINEJln Putra Permai Jalan Universiti 1 BUS STOP Jln Taman Tasik a Indah BUS STOP 3215 COUNTRY HEIGHTS BUS STOP ngai BUS STOP E11 BUSSTOP Universiti Putra Malaysia Serdang Persi BUS STOP Su Lingkaran Prima BUS STOP BUS STOP BukLit ebuJhlnrPaulayu Ma Lembah Pe P. TAMAN B11 Jln Klang BUS STOP E26Pe ardi - UPM P. Selatan E26 Jln HajiBUS STOP r Ita PUTRA PRIMA Jalan Jala BUS STOP Ap BUS STOP aran M Pers Jalan P 11 rsiaran eranti BUS STOP Jln B13 BaBraunBda BUS STOP E26 iaran Utara BUS STOP BUS STOP BANDAR SAUJANA PUTRA TAMAN PUTRA iaran Jala Pe n Aye PERDANA m ong BUS STOP Putrajaya BUS STOP rsn Pg Lebuh Perdana Barat Lebuh Perdana Timur Jalan Pu gkaran ec 29 BUS STOP Lin BUS STOP P. BUS STOP BUS STOP ch 30 P. Semarak Api E6 BUS STOP P. P Lingkaran Putrajaya BUS STOP Putrajaya BUS STOP P. Lebuh P. ran P. Ceria Jln Tun BUS STOP CyberjayaP.Multimedia BUS STOP P. Sepang BUS STOP BUS STOP sanBUS STOP i Merab Lebuh Wadi P. Rimba Permai Eh Kg Sunga BUS STO

Management Distribution:Publisher KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport)Lyndon Yap Klia2 (Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2)[email protected] Chief Operating Officer KKIA (Kota Kinabalu International Airport)Annie Goh PIA (Penang international Airport)[email protected] Kuching International AirportHead of Media & Traffic Langkawi International AirportElaine Liau Subang [email protected] of Finance & Administration MaTiC (Malaysian Tourism InformationStephen s/o Job Doraisamy Moses Centre) & KL [email protected] Foreign Embassies in MalaysiaPublishingTeam All Malaysian Embassies & High Comission OfficesAssistant Manager - Media Sales Tourism Offices (Regionally & Globally)Jasmine Yap Selected 4 & 5 Star [email protected] Business Executive Selected Universities & Colleges in Klang ValleyNur Khairunnisa Rosli [email protected] Published by:Mersita Sheila Wasli Bluedale Publishing (M) Sdn. [email protected] Designer No. 31-2, Block F2, Level 2Abdullah Syakir Mohd Noor Jalan PJU 1/42A, Dataran [email protected] 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E.Supported by: (6)03-7886 9219 (6)03-7887 8212 MINISTRY [email protected] OF FOREIGN www.klangvalley4locals.com.my AFFAIRS © Bluedale Publishing (M) Sdn. Bhd. International Malaysian Embassies All rights reserved. No re-production, copy or Foreign Embassies in Malaysia transmission of this publication may be made without written permission. No contents of this publicationKDN PERMIT # PP15841/04/2013(032086) may be re-produced, copied or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Any person involved in unauthorized acts in relation to this publication may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all the information, the publisher can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. For all enquiries related to advertising please contact us at [email protected] Printer: BHS Book Printing Sdn Bhd (95134K) (Wholly owned by BHS Industries Berhad) Lot 17-22 & 17-23, Jalan Satu, Bersatu Industrial Park, Cheras Jaya,43200 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. KDN No. PQ780/904 @kltheguide KV4L @klangvalley4locals MKTG @melakatheguide UZTG @uzbekistantheguide @kazakhstantheguide KL The Guide Klang Valley 4 Locals Melaka The Guide Uzbekistan the Guide Kazakhstan The Guide @KLtheGuide @KV4Locals @MelakaTheGuide @UzbekTheGuide @KazakhTheGuide



C O N TENT S INTRODUCTION Map 01 The Greater KL 06 Past & Future of klang Valley 08 Calendar of Events 10 Weekend Buzz (2D 1N) 15Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M) 18 SIGHTSEEING_English Sightseeing Tours 24Sightseeing Tips in Klang Valley 24 Historical Sites 26 Modern Buildings/Structures 29 Travel Tips 31 Places of Worship 32 Parks & Gardens 35 Natural Wonders 39 Map of Klang 40 SIGHTSEEING_B.Melayu Jauh Perjalanan, Luas Pemandangan 43Tip Bersiar-siar di Lembah Klang 43 Tempat Bersejarah 45 Bangunan Moden 48 Tip Bersiar-siar 50 Tempat Beribadat 51 Taman Rekreasi 53 Map of Shah Alam 54 Alam Semulajadi 59 OUTDOORS & RECREATION 82 Extreme Recreation 61 Sports Arena 65Paintball Arena & Public Swimming Pools 66 Gym & Fitness Centres 67 Map of Putrajaya 68 Golf & Equestrian Centres 70

BEAUTY & GROOMING FOR MEN & WOMEN 71 Beauty, Grooming & Relaxation 72 Types of Grooming & Treatments for Men & Women SHOPPING 76 Shopaholics, Unite! 77 Shopping Malls 80 Map of Subang EATING OUT 82 Banana Leaf Rice - a Mouthwatering 84 Malay Restaurants 86 Malay/Indonesian Restaurants 86 Chinese Restaurant 88 Indian Restaurants 89 Mamak Restaurants 90 Asian Fusion Restaurants 91 International Cuisines 94 Steamboat Restaurants 95 Food Courts 96 Cafes, Desserts and Tea 98 Map of Petaling Jaya NIGHT OUT 100 Clubs/Bars/Pubs SPA 104 Spas & Wellness Centres 107 Hair Salons 108Nail Parlour 109Cosmetics and Dermatology MEDICAL 111 Hospitals 115 Pet Clinics 116 Women’s Health 117 Dental 120 Map of Kuala Selangor ACCOMMODATION 122 Hotels 126 Resorts 128 Budget Hotels 130 Homestays & Hostels TRAVEL SMART 133 Travel Tips 135Useful Information 136 Highways ENDLIM 139 Public Transportation 141 Essential Info143 Index

The Greater Kuala LumpurINTRODUCTION THE GREATER Kuala Lumpur VA L L E Y KL ANG NKEA Klang Valley (or Lembah Klang) is an area in Malaysia that comprises of travel between Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur as its center and the Singapore. rest are the adjoining cities and towns around it, mostly those of Selangor. In addition, various The cities and towns include Shah initiatives to enhance the ambience Alam, Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya, of the city by improving its physical Klang, Selayang, Ampang Jaya, environment are also on-going. Kajang, Sepang, Putrajaya, Bangi, Sri These include intensive efforts Kembangan, Kuala Selangor, Hulu to upgrade the water quality of Selangor, Nilai, and Seremban. Kuala Lumpur’s main rivers and As Klang Valley progresses beautifying and developing its into the future to become a highly- surroundings via the River of Life developed and modern part of EPP, going green through the Malaysia, a recent alternative planting of more trees in the city, reference to Klang Valley had been developing iconic places within proposed by the 6th Prime Minister the city and providing comfortable of Malaysia, Dato’ Sri Mohd. Najib walkways for pedestrians. bin Tun Hj. Abdul Razak. “The Greater Kuala Lumpur” is coined and thus Not to be forgotten marks another improvement on how is the planning for enhanced we see our beloved Klang Valley in a solid waste management and greater perspective. Honestly, it does improved sewerage services for give it a whole new sense of pride and the metropolis. Efforts to improve vision to the people of Klang Valley. housing opportunities as well Klang Valley NKEA (National as to vitalize the Government Key Economic Area) is also another administrative capital of Putrajaya way of referring to Klang Valley. have also taken off. According to KADA, NKEA is defined as an important driver of economic Together these initiatives activities that potentially and directly will not only enhance livability contributes towards the Malaysian but also the economic vitality of Economic Growth measurable by Greater KL/KV through activities, the National Gross Income (GNI) contributing RM190 billion in Gross indicator. National Income (GNI) over the course of the next 10 years and According to PEMANDU, creating over 300,000 jobs.” “Under the Economic This is where and how this Transformation Programme, the precious travel guide comes into the four Greater Kuala Lumpur/Klang picture. Seeing the massive potential Valley (Greater KL/KV) themes of of Klang Valley and how it could Magnet, Connect, New Places and benefit its people especially in terms Enhanced Services have set an of business and consumerism, we exacting agenda in the National Key aim to deliver up-to-date information Economic Area (NKEA)’s first year on how to get the best out of the of implementation. vibrant city. The people of Klang Valley deserve to benefit from the The implementation of key development around them and at the Entry Point Projects (EPPs) envisage same time contribute to its growth for a comprehensive makeover of a better future. the Greater KL/KV geography by Source from: http://etp.pemandu.gov. improving its attractiveness to my/annualreport2011/12_National_ foreign multinational companies Key_Economic_Areas-@-Greater_ (MNCs) and foreign talent, putting Kuala_Lumpur-s-_Klang_Valley.aspx in place the backbone of an efficient public transport system and looking into the feasibility of high speed6

KDK_FP

INTRODUCTION Past & Future of Klang Valley ‘tambo’, which means verbal story- telling. In Klang, these tambos are KThle Oarignings stories of the past which passed down through generations after Early civilization in Klang is generations that was done verbally, especially among high-ranked believed to exist since the Bronze families as well as the Aborigines. Age where various metal and bronze The tambos also have similarities of artefacts around the area. Some of the those from Negeri Sembilan. Other artefacts related to the community than Chinese writings, Desawarnana in the prehistoric era include metal and Malay History, two of the tambos with sockets, Dongson drum and did mention Klang as a kingdom that bronze bell. Researchers believe the had a complete and just government. metal with sockets artefacts were The origins of Klang’s name were also produced locally while the bronze mentioned in some of the tambos. artefacts were brought in from some One of the Aborigines’ tambos other place for bartering with tin and mentioned that the name ‘Klang’ forest produce. This discovery proves was derived from the word ‘gelang’ that there was interaction between (bracelet) in which one was drifted the early residences of Klang with the along the headwaters of Klang Rivers outside world that existed through and found at the outfall of the river. trading. Research also has shown As we go through the history of that most of the earliest trading hubs Klang, it is believed that it was once in Selangor, including Klang, were under the governance of Srivijaya situated near riverbanks. Thus, this and the Malaccan Sultanate before further strengthens the importance falling under the power of the Old of rivers since the early ages as food Johor Sultanate. After the Selangor source and allowing connectivity – Sultanate was established during in which became the foundation of the 18th century, only then that Klang human socio-cultural development. joined the kingdom as one of its According to the researcher for the districts. history of Selangor, Faisal Surani, Klang was the focus for repository and Klang has a long line of history. trading of tin during the 19th century. Prior to the discovery of the Bronze In accordance with the rise of the Age artefacts, Klang is believed to tin industry, there were disputes for be 2,500 years old and based on power over Klang among the rulers artefacts found from the Stone Age, until it caused the Selangor civil war Klang has been occupied since 4,500 in 1867 till 1874. The war broke when years ago. Raja Mahadi wanted to claim the land over Raja Abdullah as the land used In other aspects, there have been to belong to his father before the tin various theories proposed regarding boom happened which had prospered the origins of the name ‘Klang’. Some the land. He lost the battle for power believe that the name was derived as the British took matters onto their from the Mon-Khymer language – hands, backing Raja Abdullah for ‘Klong, which means ‘warehouse’ benefit. Klang became an important since Klang is known to play the role district only after the fall of Kuala of an important trading port that Selangor that faced a major downfall accommodate plenty of storehouses after the death of His Highness Sultan and warehouses. Others believe Muhammad in 1857. After 1874, the that the name ‘Klang’ refers to the British colony had chosen Klang as abundance of waterways and canals their administration center till 1880 in the area. Another theory regarding before moving to Kuala Lumpur. the origin of the name Klang is that Selangor Civil War it was inspired by the sound of bells Since the early days, Selangor has on the hills. Some also say that it is grown as producer and trade centre derived from the Minangkabau word of tin under the Selangor monarchy. “kolang”, which means the place that Chinese labourers were brought in visitors will always reminisce about. around mid 19th century to work the tin mines and Klang River played an Plenty of Klang’s history was passed important role as a main port for the down through generations through export of tin to western traders.8

Past & Future of Klang ValleyINTRODUCTIONCyberview_Resort_FP 9

INTRODUCTION Past & Future of Klang Valley Kudin. It was said,that the river got its name Selangor in the Colonial Era from the archaic Malay word, kalang, The advent of British powers on which meant tin. Malaya and the introduction of a After the death of Sultan Ibrahim British Resident have somewhat limit in 1826, Sultan Muhammad was the powers of the Sultan and state installed as the next ruler. Around chiefs. The first State Council Meeting 1850, he appointed Raja Abdullah as was held in 1877 where Sultan Abdul Klang’s administrator and the latter Samad formed the Council according leased Klang to two foreign traders in to the western methods with the 1866 for tax collection. Raja Mahadi, guidance of Douglas Bloomfield, the the son of the previous Klang chief British resident at that time. felt offended and refused to pay tax In 1880, the Selangor administration to the foreigners. shifted from Klang to Kuala In 1867, Raja Mahadi gained the Lumpur and saw the decadence of support of the Sumatran Malays administration power of the Malay who had for generations, resented leaders. The British officers to cover the Bugis chiefs. With that,they the administration duties and Tengku captured the town of Klang where the Kudin stepped down upon realizing Civil War began. During the unrest, that his influence dwindled. Tengku Kudin, brother of the ruler of In 1896, Selangor, along with Perak, Kedah married Sultan Abdul Samad’s Negeri Sembilan and Pahang was put daughter in 1868. He was then under the administration of a Resident appointed Viceroy of the state and General and was grouped under was responsible to administer that the Federation of the Malay States role on behalf of the Sultan. (FMS). 1909 saw another change At this point, the Chinese tin miners when a Federal Council was formed, have since established their own stripping away the powers of a Sultan secret societies, Ghee Hin and except for when they were required to Hai San, and began feuding over provide advice to the British officers control of the miners. By 1870, they on issues like the Malay customs and had both joined forces with the matters regarding Islam. opposing Malay chiefs – Ghee Hin The Sultan of Selangor and the had joined Raja Mahadi while Hai respective Sultans of the member San cooperated with Tengku Kudin state of FMS pulled out from the and his army of 500 Kedah warriors Federal Council in 1927, causing the and Bugis soldiers. Yap Ah Loy, the British to take additional measures influential Chinese Kapitan who was to ensure larger control and powers responsible in the early development awarded to the Sultans. This went of Kuala Lumpur after the war, joined on until 1941 when the Japanese sides with Tengku Kudin. occupied Malaya. During this time, the situation in Selangor later became part of the Selangor had given a major blow Federation of Malaysia in 1963. It to the booming tin trade especially played a very important role in the since Selangor was a world’s major history of the development and tin producer. Due to their increasing progression of Malaysia. Kuala dependence on the economy of Lumpur became the administration Selangor, the British felt it was the centre and the reference point in right time to assert their presence trade, commercial and banking. and reached out to Tengku Kudin as In 1974, an agreement between the support. state government of Selangor and the Throughout the war, Tengku Kudin, a Federation of Malaysia was signed determined and persistent individual for the establishment of the Federal obtained help from mercenaries and Territory of Kuala Lumpur. Selangor European officers from the Straits handed over Kuala Lumpur to the Settlements and enlisted the help of federal government and identified a Pahang’s Malay army to fight against new area called Simpang Renggam Raja Mahadi. The outcome of the as its new capital city. The Sultan of war disappointed the royal family, Selangor, Sultan Salahuddin Abdul which caused economic turmoil and Aziz Shah then named the city Shah loss of mining investments, forcing Alam after his late father. the Sultan of Selangor to accept a Since then, Selangor continue to British Resident in 1974, to maintain shine in many areas, partly due to prosperity and harmony. The war ended and the British handed Kuala Selangor to the charge of Tengku10

July Eventsthe economic concentration centered Malaysia Gifts Expoin and around Kuala Lumpur that is Date & Time: 19th – 21st July 2016located in the middle of Selangor. Venue: Shah Alam ConventionIn 2001, Putrajaya followed suit and Center (SACC), Shah Alam, CALENDARjoined Kuala Lumpur as a Federal Selangor, Malaysia.Territory. Selangor is currently the Organizer/Tickets: Media Sensemost prosperous state in Malaysia Gallery Sdn Bhdand was declared a modern state on Website: www.malaysiagiftsexpo.com27 August 2005 where it continues tolead the nation to greater heights. Selena Gomez Live in KualaJuly Events Lumpur Date & Time: 25th July 2016 Venue: Stadium Malawati Shah Alam, Selangor. Organizer/Tickets: PR WorldwideThe First Eurythmy Performance Sdn Bhdin Malaysia Website: www.prworldwidelive.comDate & Time: 9th – 10th July 2016Venue: Pentas 1, klpac, The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre,Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Kuala Lumpur.Organizer: Malaysia Eurythymy NetworkTickets: www.ticketpro.com.myWebsite: www.klpac.orgNunsense – A Musical Comedy 1Malaysia Mega Sale ShoppingDate & Time: 13th – 24th July 2016 CarnivalVenue: PJ Live Arts, Jaya One, Jalan Date & Time: 27th June – 31st AugustUniversiti, Petaling Jaya, 2016Selangor. Venue: Throughout MalaysiaOrganizer/Tickets: Gardner & Wife Organizer/Tickets: N/A Theatre Website: www.malaysia.travelWebsite: www.pjlivearts.my/event/ nunsense Meh Makan Fest 2016 Date & Time: 30th – 31st July 2016Let It Be Musical - A Celebration Venue: Malaysia Agro Expositionof the Music of the BeatlesDate & Time: 14th – 17th July 2016 Park Serdang (MAEPS), SeriVenue: Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Kembangan, Selangor. Organizer/Tickets: FEEID Ventures Convention Centre, Kuala Website: www.facebook.com/ Lumpur.Tickets: www.ticketcharge.com.my mymmfestWebsite: www.letitbelive.com Festive Exclusive Hari Raya Aidilfitri / Eid Mubarak 6th & 7th July 2016 *(subject to change) The Festival of the Breaking of the Fast, called Hari Raya Aidilfitri, is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims. Hari Raya literally means ‘celebration day’, and Hari Raya Aidilfitri is the day that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of dawn-to-sunset fasting. 11

August EventsCALENDAR Hari Raya is one of the biggest Exclusive holidays in Malaysia, and many National Day Muslims (and even non-Muslims) 31st August 2016 return to their family home (balik 59 Years of Independence kampong) driving or flying home 31 August 1957 marks the day that for a couple of days before the day the Federation of Malaya gained to be with their families and loved its independence from British ones. There are often jams during colonization, forming what we know this travelling time but these soon of today as Malaysia. Hence, 31 resolve as other travellers reach their August is a National Public Holiday destinations. to commemorate and celebrate the freedom and independence gained. Hari Raya Aidilfitri sees families and This day is also known as Hari friends seeking forgiveness from Merdeka in the Malay language each other, visiting ancestors’ graves, and that is why the celebration of saying prayers at the mosque and Independence Day is incomplete visiting relatives and friends to feast without the seven shouts of traditional Malay delicacies like “Merdeka!”. This gesture was ketupat, rendang, satay, lemang and initiated by the First Prime Minister of curry. In Malaysia, children are given Malaysia, Tunku Abdul Rahman back token sums of money from their in 1957 at Dataran Merdeka. parents or elders. Although it is only a one day public Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a joyous holiday, the celebration builds up celebration that involves happy from a month before right up to feasting in homes everywhere where Malaysia Day which is on the 16th of family members greet one another September. with Selamat Hari Raya. During this whole month of August, also known as the Merdeka month, August Events you will see most Malaysians express their patriotism and love towards Great Eastern Genting King of The their culturally unique country by Mountain raising the Malaysian flag on their Date & Time: 20th August 2016 vehicles, balcony of their homes Venue: Batang Kali, Hulu Selangor, and even along the streets! It is also during this time that government Selangor, Malaysia. buildings all over Kuala Lumpur and Organizer: Great Eastern most shopping malls are hoisted with Tickets: www.eventbrite.sg the Malaysian flag, Jalur Gemilang. Website: www.viperchallenge. The whole build up towards com/108-events/240-great-eastern- Malaysia’s Independence Day is genting-i-king-off-the-mountain-i celebrated with pride and joy where Colour’s of Malaysia - Holi Fest competitions and parades will be Date & Time: 20th August 2016 held; sometimes school children Venue: Stadium Merdeka , Jalan practice for performances which will be presented during Independence Stadium, Kuala Lumpur. Day itself. Organizer/Tickets: Malaysian Young Leader’s Association (MYLA) Website: www.eventbrite.com12

Climate & Weather INTRODUCTION Guides_Barcode_App &Social Media Platforms_FPNo. 31-2, Block F2, Level 2 Jalan PJU 1/42A, Available for download @Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E. 13

CALENDAR September Events Mecca. The holiday of Hari Raya Haji marks the end of the hajj pilgrimage September Events season. Hari Raya Haji (hajj celebration day) Matta Fair is an event observed by Muslims Date & Time: 2nd – 4th September all over the world to commemorate 2016 the willingness of Ibrahim to follow Venue: Putra World Trade Centre Allah’s command to sacrifice his (PWTC), Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala son Ishmael. As Ibrahim was about Lumpur. to strike his son, Allah stopped him Organizer/Tickets: MATTA Sdn Bhd and revealed that it was a test and a Website: www.mattafair.org.my ram was to be sacrificed instead. Hari Battle of The Reds Raya Haji is also known as the Feast Date & Time: 3rd September 2016 of the Sacrifice. Venue: Stadium Malawati, Shah At Hari Raya Haji, the sacrifice of four-legged animals such as Alam, Selangor. lambs, goats or cows, is performed Organizer/Tickets: Maxim Profile to commemorate this event. The Sdn. Bhd. animals are killed according to the Website: www.malaysia.travel proper religious rites and meat is then ARWAE 2016 @ ISKL: Enriching distributed to the family, neighbours Ideas and to the less fortunate in the Date & Time: 23rd – 25th September community. However, making the 2016 sacrifice (korban) is not a compulsory Venue: ISKL Ampang Campus, Kuala religious duty but an obligation for those who can afford it. Lumpur, Malaysia. Although it may seem to be a more Organizer/Tickets: www.eventbrite. subdued celebration as compared com to Hari Raya Aidilfitri (the Feast of Website: www.ararte.ning.com Breaking the Fast), Hari Raya Haji Konsert Tiga Suara Dato’ Jamal is a very important celebration for Abdillah Muslims to reaffirm their faith in Allah Date & Time: 23rd – 25th September and give thanks to the blessings he 2016 has showered upon them. Venue: Istana Budaya, Jalan Tun Exclusive Razak, Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia Day Organizer/Tickets: N/A 16th September 2016 Website: www.istanabudaya.gov.my Malaysia Day is held on 16 September ITX Asia Trade Exhibitions every year to commemorate the Date & Time: 29th – 30th September establishment of the Malaysian 2016 federation on the same date in 1963. Venue: Hall 4 & Hall 5, Kuala Lumpur It marked the joining together of Malaya, North Borneo, Sarawak, and Convention Centre, Kuala Singapore to form Malaysia. Lumpur, Malaysia. Since 2010, Malaysia Day has been Organizer/Tickets: Business Media a public holiday. Prime Minister, International Najib Razak, made the decision after Website: www.itxasia.com a question-and-answer session at Festive Exclusive Parliament on 19 October 2009, giving Hari Raya Haji Malaysians two celebrations related 12th September 2016 to the country's independence. During the season of Hari Raya Haji, financially and physically able Muslims are required to perform the hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of14

Subang Jaya Weekend Buzz (2D1N) ROAD TRIP Egyptian silhouette. Inside, statues9.00am: Breakfast @ Asia Café of pharaohs lean on pillars withAsia Café is the go-to place for simple, hieroglyphs gracing the walls anddelicious grub from early morning to ledges. The elements blend togetherlate at night. It is THE food joint of to create a very distinctive ancientSubang that never sleeps. Asia Café Egyptian theme – making it one of theis a laid-back, casual and happening must-visit buildings in Klang Valley.food court that offers visitors a widearray of food choices – from great-tasting Western dishes to the humblebut powerful Indomee and soupnoodles. Located strategically in theheart of the liveliest area of Subang(SS15), Asia Café is a great place tohang out with friends while watchingfootball or some cool music videoson the projector widescreen.Breakfast starting as early as 7am, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall has aget a great kick-start for the weekend lot to offer with various marketplacesas Asia Café’s hawker vendors will to suit different needs such asdefinitely satisfy your hungry tummy. Marrakesh (Arabic-themed indoorTry Claypot Chicken Rice, Penang marketplace) and Asian AvenueChar Kuey Tiaw, Pork Noodle, Nasi (Asian marketplace complete with aLemak Nyonya, Seeni Mee Sotong, small food court serving all sorts ofand many more. Asian delicacies).Address: Jalan SS 15/8a, SS 15, 47500 The mall also houses the first ice-Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. skating rink in Malaysia.Phone No.: +603-5636 4653 Indoor archery range, bowling alleys,Website: www.asiacafe.com.my games arcade and cinema are alsoOperating Hour: Daily, 24 hours. available here. Popular internationalGPS Coordinates: 3.074438, brands such as Zara and Topshop,101.5903508, 15z among many others, grace the mall for that ultimate retail therapy.11.00am: Shopping @ Sunway Address: No.3, Jalan PJS 11/15,Pyramid Shopping Mall Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya,It is the biggest shopping mall in Selangor, Malaysia.Subang and probably the most unique Phone No.: +603-7494 3000one in Malaysia. Sunway Pyramid Website: www.sunwaypyramid.comShopping Mall is designed with an Operating Hour: Daily, 10am – 10pm.ancient Egyptian theme all over – GPS Coordinates: 3.0731109,with a majestic lion sphinx roofing 101.6077933, 15zthe main entrance of the shoppingmall. Pyramids scattered around 7.00pm: Dinner @ Pepper Lunchthe rooftops creating a very classic Pepper Lunch, the Original DIY Teppan Restaurant from Japan is located at F1.05, first floor. Made popular by Kunio-Ichinose-san, the concept of giving diner total control over his meal by serving the meal in its most natural raw state and allowing the diner to sizzle his meal the way he wants it took Japan by storm when it was first launched in 1994. The dining experience in Pepper Lunch is 15

Weekend Buzz (2D1N)ROAD TRIP one-of-a-kind – where you can enjoy beverages within the premises. delicious, savory meal after cooking it Galactic Laser offers the largest laser yourself on a special hot pan served tag arena in Malaysia. Laser tag is to you along with many sorts of a team or individual sport where sauces. players attempt to score points by The menu at Pepper Lunch offers a engaging targets, typically with a wide selection of quality food ranging hand-held infrared-emitting targeting from beef to seafood, for both dining device. Infrared-sensitive targets are in and take-away. The signature commonly worn by each player and dishes include Beef Pepper Rice are sometimes integrated within the (Japanese rice topped with thinly- arena in which the game is played. sliced Australian beef, fresh corn It is a game that is entertaining and and flavorsome black pepper, with challenging at the same time – a secret butter hidden inside) and perfect for those who love strategic Pepper Steak (beautifully marbled combat games as well as for team premium Australian beef, fresh corn building. and flavorsome black pepper, with a Price rates start from RM48 for 2 secret butter hidden inside). missions (non-members) during peak There is also a choice of four special season (Saturday, Sunday & Public Soft Ice Cream with flavours such Holidays) and RM58 for 3 missions. as Kuromitsu (caramel) and Matcha Sign up for a membership for more (green tea) for a sweet finish to a savings! remarkable dining experience. Address: LG3.06, , Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Address: Lot F1.05, Level 1, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-5638 8833 Phone No.: +603-5621 1476 Website: www.galacticlaser.com Website: www.facebook.com/ Operating Hour: Sun – Thurs, 10am – PepperLunch-Malaysia 10pm. Fri, Sat & Eve of Public Holiday, Operating Hour: Daily, 10am – 10pm. 10am – 12am. GPS Coordinates: 3.0731109, GPS Coordinates: 3.0731109, 101.6077933, 15z 101.6077933, 15z 9.00pm: Recreation @ Galactic Shah Alam Laser Fancy a laser tag war with friends and 9.00am: Breakfast @ Nasi Lemak family? Galactic Laser is a pioneer Cinta Sayang Restaurant in introducing the latest generation Having a good, hearty breakfast is the of laser tag technology to Malaysia. way to go when you are about to head It brings about a new concept on a sightseeing adventure around of entertainment, incorporating town. Nasi Lemak Cinta Sayang, the latest in laser and electronic hailing from Kedah, serves delicious gaming technology, complemented and authentic nasi lemak that will by contemporary team building surely melt your heart. activities, corporate and family Nasi Lemak is Malaysia’s specialty parties as well providing food and16

Weekend Buzz (2D1N)dish – fragrant rice dish cooked in ROAD TRIPcoconut milk and pandan leaf. It isconsidered one of the most famous the themed concept of Shah Alamdishes for Malay-type breakfast. community, tourist attractions andDue to nasi lemak’s versatility in the green concept. ​being able to be served in a variety Laman Seni 7 is a great place to takeof manners, it is now served and cool pictures as well as to appreciateeaten any time of the day. The most the many forms of street arts that willtraditional version of nasi lemak, as definitely impress and awe visitors.served in Nasi Lemak Cinta Sayang, It is located at the back alley inoffers sambal, ikan bilis (anchovies), commercial area – Jalan Plumbum Qpeanuts and boiled egg. Other side 7/Q, Section 7, Shah Alam.dishes such as chicken and beef are Address: Jalan Plumbum R7/R,also available to accompany your Seksyen 7, 40000 Shah Alam,plate of mouth-watering, aromatic Selangor, Malaysia.nasi lemak. Phone No.: +603-5510 5133Address: YG-49, Jalan Plumbum Website: www.mbsa.gov.myY/7Y, Pusat Komersil, Seksyen 7, Operating Hour: Always Open40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. GPS Coordinates: 3.0680929,Phone No.: +603-5510 5469 101.4893295, 15zWebsite: www.facebook.com/nlcs13 1.00pm: Shopping @ SACC MallOperating Hour: Daily, 24 hours. It is time for some retail therapy at oneGPS Coordinates: 3.0649244, of the most popular shopping malls101.4903179, 15z in Shah Alam. SACC Mall might be relatively small and quaint compared11.00am: Sightseeing @ Laman to other shopping malls around butSeni 7 it is perfect for light shopping orThe Back Alley Beautification window shopping. Novelty boutiquesProgramme is an initiative of the such as Salikin Sidek are availableShah Alam City Council (MBSA) to here, suitable for those who wish totransform the setting of back alleys, refresh their wardrobe. Restaurantsparticularly in the commercial areas, are aplenty, making it one of theinto a safe, clean and beautiful place coolest places to hangout in Shahthat would be suitable for visitors and Alam. SACC Mall also hosts seasonalalso used as the location for beneficial events and if you are lucky, you willactivities. The mural paintings were be able to participate in variousselected through the Laman Seni 7Competition Shah Alam which wasdivided into four categories, namely‘3D Painting’, ‘3D Installation’, ‘StreetFurniture’ and ‘Painting On Site’. Tenbest entries from each category wereselected for the finals to be evaluatedand were authorized to carry out theproject of mural paintings in Art 7Shah Alam. The paintings took on 17

Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M) interesting activities at the center Address: Persiaran Tasek, Seksyen court or around the parking area. 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.JALAN JALAN Address: Jalan Perbadanan 14/9, Phone No.: +603-5522 2834 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Website: www.mbsa.gov.my Phone No.: +603-5510 4600 Operating Hour: Always Open Website: www.facebook.com/ GPS Coordinates: 3.07293, saccmall 101.51384, 15z Operating Hour: Daily, 10.30am – 8.00pm: Dinner @ twenty&co. 10.00pm twenty&co. is a restaurant and coffee GPS Coordinates: 3.07193, house located on a busy corner site 101.51808, 15z in Plaza Azalea, Shah Alam. With glazed frontage on a new building, 6.00pm: Recreation @ Lake it is overlooking the market and a Gardens Section 2 bustling Shah Alam intersection. The Shah Alam’s Lake Gardens located luxe interior will make you feel cozy, in Section 2 is a nice place to take comfortable and at home. Plush a breather while enjoying beautiful chairs with beautiful chandelier sights of nature. Situated nearby hanging from the ceiling screams SACC Mall and opposite PKNS exclusivity, but the menu is still very Complex, it is easily accessible by affordable for regular café-goers. bus. Sprawled over 43 hectares, the Good food and good service blends beautifully landscaped Taman Tasik with the luxe and beautiful ambience, Shah Alam (Shah Alam Lake Gardens) making your dining experience a truly is the city’s green lung with scenic unique one. lakes, a floating seafood restaurant, To enhance your experience, a cigar shady raintrees, flowering plants, lounge is provided, whether just for meandering footpaths and plenty of a good chat or for a power meeting. water activities. Taman Tasik Shah Alam is gaining Carefully selected cigars are available popularity among city dwellers – making for a relaxing environment. and tourists alike. It is equipped For those who love to dine with some with plenty of benches, reflexology (live) background music, a band paths, jogging and cycling trails and performs here every Friday night for a children’s’ playgrounds. Visitors can memorable acoustic night while you also rent boats and kayaks to paddle enjoy delicious, good food. around the lakes. Address: 15, Plaza Azalea, Shah Alam, Shah Alam Lake Gardens is home to Selangor, Malaysia. several man-made lakes surrounded Phone No.: +603-5524 2020 by lush greenery. It is the perfect Website: www.twentynco.com destination for a sunrise/sunset Operating Hour: Mon – Thurs, 10am stroll or even a late evening lakeside – 12am. Fri, Sat, Public Holiday, 10am picnic. And if all that exercise tires – 2am. you out, feast yourself at the floating GPS Coordinates: 3.0720278, seafood restaurant, serving delicious 101.5221944, 15z Malaysian delicacies. Several species of animals including peacocks, geese, storks and forest chickens are also reared here, so remember to be on the lookout for them!18

Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M)Subang Jaya dan megah menjadi pintu gerbang JALAN JALAN kepada pintu utama pusat membeli-9.00am: Sarapan @ Asia Café belah tersebut. Piramid diletakkanAsia Café adalah tempat lepak yang di sekitar atas bumbung bangunan,digemari bagi mereka yang mahukan menampakkan imej klasik Mesirmakanan yang murah, mudah dan dengan lebih jelas lagi. Di dalamsedap dari awal pagi hingga ke lewat bangunan pula terdapat arca-arcamalam. Ia adalah medan selera firaun di tiang-tiang bangunanyang kasual dan menyeronokkan, berserta tulisan hiroglif menghiasidimana pilihan makanannya adalah dinding-dinding dan belebas.pelbagai – dari makanan Barat yang Elemen-elemen ini bergabung secaralazat hinggalah ke hidangan Indomee harmoni antara satu sama lain –dan mi sup yang mengenyangkan. mewujudkan suasana bertemakanTerletak secara strategik di tengah- Mesir kuno yang amat ketara. Initengah SS15 Subang Jaya, Asia Café membuatkan pusat membeli-belahadalah tempat yang sesuai untuk Sunway Pyramid salah satu kawasanmelepak bersama rakan-rakan anda yang mesti dikunjungi di Lembahsambil menonton perlawanan bola Klang. Pusat membeli-belah ini juga mempunya pelbagai kawasan- kawasan pasaran yang menjual pelbagai barangan unuk memenuhi citarasa pengunjung mereka. Antaranya adalah Marrakesh (bertemakan suasana Arab) dan Asian Avenue (produk-produk dari Asia seperti pakaian dan aksesori yang murah berserta medan selerasepak atau muzik video di skrin besaryang disediakan.Hidangan sarapan yang bermulaseawal 7 pagi menjanjikan permulaanhari yang sempurna sebelummemulakan perjalanan anda.Cubalah Claypot Chicken Rice, CharKuey Tiaw Penang, Mi Khinzir, NasiLemak Nyonya, Mi Sotong Seeni danbanyak lagi.Alamat: Jalan SS 15/8a, SS 15, 47500 makanan Asia).Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Pusat membeli-belah ini jugaNo. Telefon: +603-5636 4653 menempatkan gelanggang luncur aisLaman Web: www.asiacafe.com.my pertama di Malaysia. Anda berminatWaktu Operasi: Daily, 24 hours. untuk bermain ‘laser tag’ bersamaKoordinat GPS: 3.074438, rakan-rakan anda? Galactic Laser101.5903508, 15z adalah pusat rekreasi keluarga untuk permainan ‘laser tag’ yang mencabar11.00am: Beli-belah @ Sunway dan menyeronokkan. Selain daripadaPyramid Shopping Mall itu, arena memanah tertutup,Ia adalah pusat membeli-belah pusat permainan bowling, arkedterbesar di Subang Jaya dan juga permainan serta panggung wayangantara yang paling unik di Malaysia. juga terdapat disini. Bagi merekaPusat Membeli-belah Sunway yang ingin membeli-belah, jenama-Pyramid direka khas dengan jenama antarabangsa yang terkenalbertemakan Mesir kuno – dimana seperti Zara dan Topshop juga bolehsebuah ‘sphinx’ singa yang besar dikunjungi disini. 19

Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M) Alamat: No.3, Jalan PJS 11/15, 9.00pm: Rekreasi @ Galactic Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Laser Selangor, Malaysia. Anda menggemari atau inginJALAN JALAN No. Telefon: +603-7494 3000 mencuba permainan ‘laser tag’? Laman Web: www.sunwaypyramid. Ajaklah rakan-rakan anda dan ahli com keluarga untuk bermain ‘laser tag’ Waktu Operasi: Daily, 10am – 10pm. di Galactic Laser, Sunway Pyramid. Koordinat GPS: 3.0731109, ‘Laser tag’ adalah sukan berpasukan 101.6077933, 15z atau perseorangan dimana pemain akan mengumpul mata dengan 7.00pm: Makan Malam @ Pepper menembak laser pada musuh dengan Lunch menggunakan alatan tangan yang Pepper Lunch adalah restoran mengeluarkan cahaya infrared. Jaket teppanyaki asli dari Jepun dan terletak di tingkat pertama pusat beli- yang mempunyai poin yang sensitif belah Sunway Pyramid. Dipopularkan infrared akan dipakai oleh setiap oleh Kunio-Ichinose-san, konsep pemain untuk sukan ini. Ia adalah yang membenarkan pelanggan untuk permainan yang menyeronokkan dan memasak hidangan mereka sendiri mencabar – sesuai untuk mereka dengan menghidangkan bahan- yang menggemari permainan yang bahan mentah dalam tapak panas memerlukan strategi pertempuran mini telah menjadi sangat popular di serta kumpulan ‘team-building’. Jepun semasa ia baru diperkenalkan Harga kemasukan bermula dengan pada tahun 1994. Pengalaman makan RM48 untuk 2 misi (harga bukan ahli) pada musim cuti (hujung minggu/ di Pepper Lunch adalah sangat unik cuti umum) manakala RM58 untuk kerana konsepnya yang menarik, 3 misi. Daftarlah sebagai ahli untuk digemari oleh warga Malaysia. penjimatan ekstra! Menu di Pepper Lunch adalah pelbagai, dimana pelanggan boleh Alamat: LG3.06, , Sunway Pyramid memilih bahan berkualiti samada Shopping Mall, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, ayam, daging lembu atau makanan Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, laut. Menu istimewa termasuklah Selangor, Malaysia. ‘Beef Pepper Rice dan ‘Pepper Steak’ No. Telefon: +603-5638 8833 yang dihidangkan bersama jagung Laman Web: www.galacticlaser.com dan mentega istimewa Pepper Waktu Operasi: Sun – Thurs, 10am – Lunch sendiri. Untuk pencuci mulut, 10pm. Fri, Sat & Eve of Public Holiday, pelanggan boleh memilih antara 10am – 12am. empat ais krim lembut istimewa Koordinat GPS: 3.0731109, dengan pelbagai perisa seperti 101.6077933, 15z Kuromitsu (caramel) dan Matcha (teh hijau). Alamat: Lot F1.05, Level 1, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Shah Alam No. Telefon: +603-5621 1476 Laman Web: www.facebook.com/ 9.00am: Sarapan @ Restoran PepperLunch-Malaysia Nasi Lemak Cinta Sayang Waktu Operasi: Daily, 10am – 10pm. Menikmati sarapan yang lazat Koordinat GPS: 3.0731109, dan mengenyangkan adalah perlu 101.6077933, 15z sebelum memulakan perjalanan20

Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M) JALAN JALAN jenis kategori iaitu ‘3D Painting’, ‘3D Installation’, ‘Street Furniture’ dan ‘Painting On Site’. 10 penyertaan terbaik dari setiap kategori dipilih ke peringkat akhir untuk dinilai dan diberi kebenaran untuk melaksanakan projek lukisan mural di Laman Seni 7 Shah Alam. Konsep lukisan muralbersiar-siar di sekitar bandar. Nasi ini bertemakan komuniti Shah AlamLemak Cinta Sayang, yang asalnya atau ‘Shah Alam community’, tarikandaripada Kedah, menghidangkan nasi pelancongan atau ‘tourist attraction’lemak yang asli dan menyelerakan. dan berkonsepkan kehijauan atauRestoran ini adalah antara restoran ‘green concept’.nasi lemak paling popular di sekitar Sesuai untuk mengambil gambarShah Alam. dan melihat keindahan seni jalanan,Nasi lemak adalah juadah istimewa Laman Seni 7 sering dikunjungi olehkaum Melayu di Malaysia. Ia terdiri pelancong serta penduduk setempatdaripada beras wangi yang dimasak untuk beriadah dan bersiar-siar.dengan santan dan daun pandan. Setiap lukisan membawa maksudNasi lemak selalunya dinikmati tersendiri yang dalam dan simbolik –untuk sarapan pagi tetapi kini sering antaranya menunjukkan perpaduandinikmati pada bila-bila masa. masyarakat berbilang kaum diNasi lemak tradisional dihidangkan Malaysia. Laman Seni 7 ini terletak dibersama-sama sambal, telur, ikan lorong belakang kawasan komersialbilis dan kacang goreng. Lauk seperti Jalan Plumbum Q 7/Q, Seksyen 7,ayam goreng, daging masak kicap, Shah Alam.paru sambal dan sebagainya seringdimakan bersama-sama nasi lemakuntuk hidangan yang lebih berat danlengkap.Alamat: YG-49, Jalan Plumbum Y/7Y,Pusat Komersil, Seksyen 7, 40000Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.No. Telefon: +603-5510 5469Laman Web: www.facebook.com/nlcs13Waktu Operasi: Daily, 24 hours.Koordinat GPS: 3.0649244,101.4903179, 15z Alamat: Jalan Plumbum R7/R, Seksyen 7, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. No. Telefon: +603-5510 513311.00am: Jalan-jalan @ Laman Laman Web: www.mbsa.gov.mySeni 7 Waktu Operasi: Always OpenProgram Pengindahan Lorong Koordinat GPS: 3.0680929,Belakang merupakan inisiatif pihak 101.4893295, 15zMajlis Bandaraya Shah Alam (MBSA)untuk mengubah suasana lorong 1.00pm: Shopping @ SACC Mallbelakang khususnya di kawasan Tiba masanya untuk terapi membeli-komersial menjadi kawasan yang belah di salah satu pusat membeli-selamat, bersih, indah dan boleh belah paling popular di Shah Alam.dilawati oleh pengunjung dan SACC Mall mungkin agak kecil jikaserta dijadikan lokasi penganjuran dibandingkan dengan pusat membeli-sebarang aktiviti yang bermanfaat. belah yang lain tetapi ianya cantik danLukisan mural ini dipilih melalui cukup padat dengan kedai-kedai yangPertandingan Laman Seni 7 Shah menarik untuk anda membeli barangAlam yang mempertandingkan 4 21

Aktiviti Hujung Minggu (2H1M)JALAN JALAN keperluan. Butik eksklusif seperti destinasi terbaik untuk menikmati butik songket Salikin Sidek yang keindahan matahari terbit dan terkenal terdapat disini, sesuai bagi terbenam. Kawasan ini juga sesuai mereka yang inginkan pembaharuan untuk aktiviti berkelah bersama dalam koleksi pakaian. Restoran- keluarga dan raka-rakan. Jika lapar, restoran juga banyak dibuka disini, restoran terapung di atas tasik ada menjadikan pusat membeli-belah ini menyediakan hidangan yang menarik tempat yang sesuai untuk melepak dan lazat. bersama rakan-rakan. SACC Mall Alamat: Persiaran Tasek, Seksyen 14, juga menganjurkan beberapa acara 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. menarik secara berkala dan jika anda No. Telefon: +603-5522 2834 bertuah, anda akan dapat menyertai Laman Web: www.mbsa.gov.my aktiviti-aktiviti yang dianjurkan disini. Waktu Operasi: Always Open Acara-acara istimewa seperti Bazaar Koordinat GPS: 3.07293, 101.51384, Hari Raya sering dibuat disini setiap 15z tahun. Alamat: Jalan Perbadanan 14/9, 8.00pm: Makan Malam @ 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. twenty&co. No. Telefon: +603-5510 4600 Twenty&co. adalah sebuah restoran Laman Web: www.facebook.com/ dan kafe yang terletak di kawasan saccmall kompleks komersial baru iaitu Plaza Waktu Operasi: Daily, 10.30am – Azalea, Shah Alam – berhampiran 10.00pm DEMCShahAlam.Rekaandalamannya Koordinat GPS: 3.07193, 101.51808, yang mewah dan eksklusif akan 15z membuatkan anda berasa selesa 6.00pm: Rekreasi @ Taman Tasik dan seperti berada di rumah. Kerusi Shah Alam Seksyen 2 empuk dan lampu hiasan berpermata Taman Tasik ini terletak di Seksyen mewujudkan suasana yang cantik 2, Shah Alam. Ia adalah tempat yang dan elegan. Walaupun suasananya cantik dan sesuai untuk menikmati tampak mewah, mahal dan bertaraf udara segar dan keindahan alam 5 bintang, tetapi ini tidak bermakna semulajadi. Terletak berhampiran yang hidangan disini juga mahal. SACC Mall dan bersebelahan Menunya masih dalam harga mampu Kompleks PKNS, taman tasik ini milik sama seperti kafe-kafe yang mudah untuk dikunjungi dengan lain. Hidangan yang lazat berserta menaiki bas. Merangkumi kawasan layanan yang bagus membuatkan ia seluas 43 hektar, Taman Tasik Shah sering dikunjungi oleh pelanggan. Alam mempunyai lanskap yang Untuk pengalaman yang lebih cantik dan ia juga berfungsi sebagai menarik, ruang cerut juga disediakan ‘green lung’ Bandaraya Shah Alam. bagi mereka yang ingin berbual Disini terdapat sebuah tasik besar santai mahupun untuk temujanji yang indah, restoran terapung, profesional. Bagi mereka yang pokok-pokok rendang, pelbagai jenis gemarkan persembahan akustik, flora, denai yang cantik dan juga anda boleh menikmati hidangan anda bermacam jenis aktiviti air seperti bertemankan nyanyian ‘live’ pada kayak dan kanu. setiap hari Jumaat (malam). Taman Tasik Shah Alam telah meraih populariti di kalangan masyarakat Alamat: 15, Plaza Azalea, Shah Alam, bandar dan juga pelancong luar. Selangor, Malaysia. Taman ini dilengkapi dengan fasiliti- No. Telefon: +603-5524 2020 fasiliti seperti bangku-bangku Laman Web: www.twentynco.com taman, laluan refleksologi, gazebo, Waktu Operasi: Mon – Thurs, 10am – trek joging dan basikal serta taman 12am. Fri, Sat, Public Holiday, 10am permainan kanak-kanak. – 2am. Taman tasik ini dikelilingi oleh Koordinat GPS: 3.0720278, tumbuhan hijau dan ia adalah 101.5221944, 15z22

The uide OfR GeturnThe CESSODOEMIOCTOINIONN!NGD:Available for download @No. 31-2, Block F2, Level 2 Jalan PJU 1/42A,Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E.

Sightseeing ToursSIGHTSEEING There are plenty to see in Klang Valley. 2. Touch & Go We have interesting buildings with It is always handy to have a Touch fascinating histories and amazing & Go card anywhere you go for that architecture worth visiting. This emergency hop on the trains and segment will feature some of the buses. It is also very handy for when most intriguing historical sites, you wish to avoid long queues in toll modern buildings or architectures, plazas. Better yet, invest on buying places of worship, parks, gardens, a Smart Tag device for that smooth natural wonders as well as drive through the toll gates. You attractions around the cities in Klang can also use the card for parking Valley. If you discover Klang Valley entrances in shopping malls or well enough, you will realize just how airports – saves you plenty of time much attraction we actually have and fuss queueing for the autopay around us that most people usually machine. Stop scavenging for small overlook (over shopping malls, change in your purse as Touch & Go mostly). Other than that, you can provides you the cashless experience also learn a thing or two about the in Klang Valley. background of Selangor and Kuala Plus, you can also dine and shop Lumpur by meeting the locals and using your Touch & Go cards. This listening to their stories especially makes for a seamless, fast and safe on the well-preserved historical sites around us. So, take out your cameras, sun hat, umbrella, and a bottle of mineral water then take-off on a SIGHTSEEING ADVENTURE!! Sightseeing Tips in Klang Valley 1. Comfort way for traveling as you won’t have Wear light, airy clothes and sneakers to carry so much cash around. You if you wish to do a lot of walking. can easily reload your Touch & Go This will ensure maximum comfort cards at the ATM, 7-Eleven, Watsons no matter where you are – in the outlets, petrol stations and many crowded train or under the sun. Do not more. You don’t have to worry about be afraid of appearing unfashionable losing the card with plenty of RMs and tourist-like since there are plenty credited inside as each Touch & Go of cool, hip and trendy streetwear card can be registered online with styles to experiment with. Even gym clothes are very trendy nowadays. So, grab those Nikes and walk!24

Highlightyour personal details recorded. So, SIGHTSEEINGwhenever you lose the card, justcall the T&G hotline and they willdeactivate the card and reimbursethe amount in a brand new card.3. Stuck in traffic? Just “Park & extensive enough to accommodateRide”. your needs as most services endsThe ‘Park & Ride’ concept has slightly after midnight.been adopted in many locations 4. RSA (R&R) and Drive-Thruaround Klang Valley such as LRT/ If you are on the rush to go somewhereKTM stations, KL Sentral, Terminal and didn’t get to munch on thatBersepadu Selatan, Putrajaya homemade fresh toast, you canSentral and many more. This is to stop by the Rest and Service Areasencourage the residences around (Rehat & Rawat) to grab that quicka neighborhood to park their car breakfast fix. These service areasat a nearby station’s parking lot are fondly called R&Rs by locals andand take public transportations to they are usually equipped with prayerthe desired destination. This is to rooms, toilets, food trucks, food court,reduce the traffic congestion on the convenient stores, petrol stations androads especially during peak hours. famous fast food outlets like BaskinThis is a popular method for those Robbins and KFC. The food courtwho commute to work every day, and other amenities run 24/7 andespecially for those who have to you can usually find these nifty restcross a highly-congested area to areas every 50km along some majorgo to work. Special traveling passes highways like PLUS highways. Somewith special, discounted rates are of the famous ones are in Dengkil andavailable for frequent commuters – Seremban.some of them include MyRapid Smart Fast food restaurants like McDonald’s7 weekly and Smart 30 monthly cards. and Starbucks are also available forAnother smart way to use the ‘Park & drive-thru. Whether you are on yourRide’ amenities is to find the nearest way to hike up Broga Hill early in theLRT/KTM station whenever you find morning or heading to a picnic spotyourself stuck in traffic. Unusual with friends, drive-thrus are availabletraffic jams are a regular thing in in some major highways aroundKlang Valley as some accidents or Klang Valley like NKVE and MRR2.unfortunate break-downs mighthappen in the middle of a heavytraffic – causing a terribly slowcrawl of vehicles that might get youstuck for hours. Be smart and Wazeyour way to the nearest exit and findyourself an LRT/KTM station to getto your destination faster and safer.Public transportation schedules are

SIGHTSEEING Historical Sites sultanate. It is located at Kampung Tan Boon Chia Mansion Permatang, Kuala Selangor. To get to the hill, you must go through a school Tan Boon Chia was the owner of compound and ask for permission to one of the biggest tin mines in Rasa, go in. There is a plaque that reads the Selangor. He inherited the business history of the hill; that Raja Nala once from his father and he learnt the trades made this hill his fortress to fight of tin mining since he was just a little the Dutch. Raja Nala is the young boy. When he took over the business, prince of Sultan Salehuddin, the first he became one of the most prominent Sultan of Selangor. He became the and influential tin mine owner in Rasa crown prince when his brother, Sultan at the time. The business thrived and Ibrahim, ruled during the 18th century. prospered under his control. He was On top of the hill, a royal mausoleum also very ambitious – he opened up can be found; housing the tombs of a rubber estate and ended up buying several royalties of the early Selangor a lot of estates to further expand sultanate. The area is well taken care the business. He also established a of by a volunteer who come to visit company for marble excavation and once in a while. processing. He envisioned Rasa to Address: Kampung Permatang, be much more developed than Kuala 45500 Kuala Selangor, Lumpur. So, at the age of 26 years old Selangor, Malaysia at 1918, he got himself a 5-hectar Visiting Hours: Visit during the day piece of land and erected the majestic GPSCoordinates:3.3767444,101.2757434 Tan Boon Chia Mansion. Klang Railway Station Unfortunately, the tables turned The Klang railway station is a train as World War II hit. The Japanese station serving the KTM Komuter invaded Rasa and turned the mansion train service in Malaysia. It is located into their war headquarters. A lot of at Jalan Besar, in the southern area Chinese immigrants were said to be of Klang. Parallel to this station is tortured and killed at the house before a KTM depot for locomotive and for they were buried at the mansion’s repairing of freight wagons. backyard. After the war, the mansion The Klang station is located close to was given back to the Tan family. But, the central part of Klang town. It is due to its unfortunate and gruesome served by a dedicated taxi and mini history, none of the Tans went back to bus service. Klang Komuter Station the mansion. It was left unattended is within walking distance of Klang’s for half a decade until it got renovated Central Bus Hub, which provides several years ago. Now, the mansion connectivity to the whole of Klang stood as a tragic memory of once and the surrounding areas. Tan’s and Rasa’s hopes and dreams. The main station building is a small single storied tiled roofed building that was originally built in 1890 but has undergone numerous renovation works. However, the Western colonial architecture of the station remains. Address: Rasa, 44200 Hulu Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia Visiting Hours: Visit during the day GPS Coordinates: 3.4990232, 101.630855 Bukit Raja Bukit Raja holds a lot of interesting history about the early Selangor26

Klang station has a side platform Historical Sitespart of the main station building andan island platform reachable by a many of its original features from apedestrian bridge. hundred years ago.Address: Jalan Raya Timur Off Jalan SIGHTSEEING Stesen, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia.Phone No.: +603-2267 1200Website: www.ktmb.com.myGPS Coordinates: 3.0427778, 101.45 Address: Kota Raja, Jalan Gedung Raja Abdullah, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia Phone No.: +603-3371 4444 Website: www.facebook.com/Balai- Bomba-Penyelamat-Kota- Raja GPSCoordinates:3.0426723,101.4470673Poisoned Well Sultan Suleiman BuildingPoisoned Well, or locally known as The building is situated in JalanPerigi Beracun, is located in Bukit Dato’ Hamzah, Klang and it has beenMelawati. The well contains water gazette as a National Heritage inpoisoned from a mixture of latex and 2009. It was built in 1912.itchy bamboo shoots. Poisoned Well The building has served for manywas used to torture traitors where purposes since the first time it wasthey were placed inside the well with erected. At first, it was the mansionthe water level reaching their chin. of Almarhum DYMM Sultan SuleimanThis shows just how gruesome the who was the Sultan of Selangor atpunishments were at those times. the time. But, during the JapaneseIt is situated just in front of Kuala occupation when World War II broke,Selangor Museum. the building had caught the attentionAddress: Bukit Malawati, 45000 of the Japanese ruler known as Kuala Selangor, Selangor, ‘Juntai’. They turned the building into Malaysia. their main army post in 1941.Phone No.: +603-3289 1439 Towards the end of 1945 and whenWebsite: www.mdks.gov.my/bukit- the war resided, the building once melawati again went through a change whereVisiting Hours: Visit during daylight it was converted into a rest house tillGPS Coordinates: 3.34095, 101.2486579 1984. In 1949, the building is turned into an office for Klang’s City CouncilOld Fire Station Klang till the year 1964.At the corner of Jalan Gedung Raja After that, the Selangor StateAbdullah, you will see a colonial- Government handed the building toera Fire Station that is the Old Fire the Selangor Islamic Office (JAIS)Station of Klang. This fine example on 1965 till 1977. When JAIS movedof a Victorian fire station dates back to Shah Alam, the building is givento the 1890s. Although it has been to the Islamic District Office and theadapted to accommodate modern Klang’s Syariah Court.fire-fighting appliances, it still retains Now, the 100-year-old building serves for another purpose - housing 27

SIGHTSEEING Historical Sites the Sultan Abdul Aziz Royal Gallery. There are many artefacts and personal collections of the royal family that are being exhibited here. Address: 3, Jalan Stesen, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia Phone No.: +603-3373 6500 Website: www.visitselangor.com/ galeri-diraja-sultan-abdul-aziz Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am - 5pm. Closed on public holidays. GPS Coordinates: 3.041476, 101.4492211 Raja Mahadi Fort Address: Klang Municipal Council, It was built in 1866 by Raja Mahadi Jalan Perbandaran, Ibni Almarhum Raja Sulaiman to Kawasan 1, 41200 Klang, protect his power during the civil war Selangor, Malaysia. around the 19th century. The first civil Phone No.: +603-3371 6044 war happened when Raja Abdullah Website: www.padat.gov.my Ibni Almarhum Raja Jaafar governed Visiting Hours: Always open the area that used to belong to Raja GPS Coordinates: 3.044794, 101.4446491 Mahadi’s father (Raja Sulaiman) and it became prosperous under Raja Jeram Hill Abdullah’s governance. Raja Mahadi Jeram Hill is known for its historical wished to claim the land back under significance. The Museum of Selangor his power. has acknowledged this hill as one So, in 1866, the first civil war broke and of the few most historical places in Raja Mahadi’s fort was built solely for Selangor. It is mentioned in the Book this purpose. The war lasted for a of Sulalatus Salatin or Malay History, year and in the end, Raja Abdullah’s penned by Tun Sri Lanang, that Jeram army retreated due to the strength Hill is the very place where Paduka of the fort. Meanwhile, the second Mimat (the prince of Sultan Mansur civil war commenced a year later in Shah from Malacca) and Princess 1868 when Tengku Kudin from Kedah Hang Li Po from China had resided came along as the 3rd party and since for more than 400 years ago. Legend Raja Mahadi refused to make peace, has it that His Majesty’s palace was Tengku Kudin sent out an army to situated on top of Jeram Hill. Some the fort where he succeeded. Tengku Selangor royalties had also made the Kudin took over the place and resided hill as their base some 300 years ago there till 1898. and then later by the Japanese army Now, the remains of the fort, which during World War II. Jeram was also is the main arch, is still standing tall. once an important port for trading The Klang Municipal Council building and such. is erected on the site that was once a major part of the fort. The arch is Address: Bukit Jeram, 45800, used as one of its entrances. It is Selangor, Malaysia. said that there is a tunnel connecting Visiting Hours: Visit during daylight the fort to Sungai Klang but now, the GPS Coordinates: 3.2514566, 101.3001715 tunnel is no longer accessible.28

Historical Sites / Modern BuildingsThe Energy Commission’s Address: 12, Jalan Tun Hussein, SIGHTSEEINGDiamond Building Presint 2, Putrajaya,The Diamond Building, which is the Wilayah PersekutuanEnergy Commission’s headquarter Putrajaya, Malaysia.is located at Precinct 2, Putrajaya, Phone No.: +603-8870 8500adjacent to Taman Pancarona, a Website: www.st.gov.mypublic landscape garden. GPSCoordinates:2.9192055,101.6885247The Diamond building is designed and Millennium Monumentbuilt with the concept of sustainable Millennium Monument is a nationalbuilding, with consideration to some monument in Putrajaya, Malaysiagreen aspects such as reduction in which is analogous to the Washingtonfossil fuel usage, water conservation, Monument in Washington DC, USA. Itsustainable building materials, waste was the second national monumentminimization, traffic and transport to be built in Putrajaya after Putrajayamanagement as well as indoor Landmark. It is shaped like an obeliskenvironment quality. This building is with etchings denoting importantprojected to have an energy index of periods and milestones in the85 kWh/m2/year, in contrast with the nation’s history. The monument isstandard index of 135 kWh/m2/year 68m tall. It stands in a 25 hectare(MS1525). park in Precinct 2. The monument isThe diamond design was selected for constructed of solid metal structures.its philosophical and practical values At night, the monument serves as aand to conceptualise an iconic office beacon with strong light projectedbuilding. The diamond symbolises at 360 degrees and sweeping lightstransparency, value and durability; visible from various locations incharacteristics that represent the Putrajaya. The lights also guide theEnergy Commission’s role and cruise boats.mission as a regulatory body. Theunique shape represents an optimumdesign approach to achieve energyefficiency. The Diamond Building is Address: Lebuh Ehsan, Presint 2,also designed to obtain 50% of its 62100 Putrajaya, Wilayahdaylight needs from natural lighting. Persekutuan Putrajaya,The crown of the building is a Malaysia.‘diamond dome’ skylight made from Visiting Hours: Always openlaminated tempered glass. Located GPSCoordinates:2.9235166,101.6826462within the dome space are fixed blindsthat filter and diffuse the daylight toprovide even and glare-free daylightfor the offices around the atrium. 29

SIGHTSEEING Modern Buildings Wisma Shell The Wisma Shell uses technology and natural techniques to make it one of the most unique buildings that are both environment friendly and technically sound. Located in Cyberjaya, it is a leading example of a successful green building in Malaysia. The building is the first in Malaysia to attain a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold designation. Wisma Shell encompasses two office blocks with five levels of offices, three levels of naturally ventilated sub-basement parking bays and a landscaped roof garden which reduces heat gain in the building. Architects 61 Sdn Bhd director Jeffrey Ling said about 30% of the building is covered with plants, including a centralised courtyard with a lush landscape. The building also features under-floor air conditioning for a more efficient and effective cooling system as well as photocell sensors at the office spaces to reduce electricity consumption and optimise the use of natural light. The building design has achieved a 50% reduction for its overall energy usage compared to the average energy consumption of office buildings in Malaysia. 34% of the building materials by cost used were from recycled content and 47% of the materials used were sourced locally and regionally to reduce the environmental impact from transportation. Address: 3450, Jalan Teknokrat 3, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-8316 8888 Visiting Hours: By appointment GPSCoordinates:2.9272487,101.6539966 30

Etiquettes of Visiting a Mosque Travel Tips SIGHTSEEINGBefore going to visit a Masjid, it isimportant that visitors give some have not already done so earlier orthought to how they feel. The from home. This is not necessary forMuslims being visited would not the non-Muslim visitor who will notwant visitors to feel unease. Likewise, be joining in the prayer.they would not want to be made ill atease themselves by criticisms of their 3. Entering a Mosque Prayer Hallway of worship or of their religion. Go quietly into the hall, and sit on theQuestions are always welcomed floor, avoiding pointing the feet in thebut negative comparisons with the direction of the Qibla (the wall withvisitor’s own customs are unlikely to the niche or alcove in it, indicatingpromote a friendly relationship. the direction of Makkah), unless aWhether visiting alone, or as a group, medical condition makes this theit is important to follow the guidelines only possible posture. If visiting as afor clothing and behaviour so as not group during a time when prayers areto cause offence. For groups, it is taking place, sit together toward theimportant not to talk loudly, thus rear of the hall.disturbing anyone who may be atprayer. If any group members have 4. Worship in a Mosquespecial needs, let the place being When salat (Arabic) or namazvisited know in advance so that they (Persian/Urdu), one of the five dailycan prepare to help. For example, prayer is in progress, non-Muslimalthough the custom of the Mosque visitors are welcomed but simplyis to sit on the floor, chairs can often to observe rather than to join in. Ifbe provided for elderly, infirm or arriving at such a time, find a placedisabled visitors. near the rear wall and sit quietly1. Clothing in a Mosque observing the prayer. No sacred orClothing should be modest for blessed food will be offered, nor willboth men and women. For women visitors be expected to make anythis means an ankle length skirt or physical gesture of respect to holytrousers, which should not be tight objects (except removing their shoesor transparent, together with a long and acting respectfully in the prayersleeved and high- necked top. A hall).headscarf is usually essential forwomen. Shoes are removed before 5. Women visiting a Mosquegoing into the prayer hall and put The main place of prayer is oftenon the racks provided. Clean and used only by the men and a separatepresentable socks, stockings, or area is usually provided for women.tights are therefore a good idea. Where men and women pray in the2. Entering a Mosque same hall, they remain in separateWhere women attend the Mosque, groups. Muslim women are expectedmen and women usually enter the not to come to the Mosque duringprayer hall by separate entrances. their menstrual period. This does notVistors may be greeted by the Arabic apply to Non-Muslim women. Muslimgreeting “Assalamo Allaikum” which women pray at home, as they are notmeans “peace be upon you.” The obligated to attend the Mosque foranswer, if the visitor would like to prayer in congregation and thereforeuse it, is “Wa ‘alaikum-as-salam”, do not frequently attend the Mosque.which means “peace be upon youtoo”. Do not offer, or expect, to shake Source: http://www.itc.gov.my/article/hands with people of the opposite etiquettes-of-visiting-a-mosque/sex. Before entering the prayer hall orprayer room, Muslim men and womenperform wudhu or ablutions if they 31

SIGHTSEEING Places of Worship Jakarta, Indonesia. Sri Nagara Thandayuthapani It is situated on an elevated ground in Temple Shah Alam, proper to its significance in the area. The mosque can The Sri Nagara Thendayuthapani accommodate up to 20,000 people temple is over 150 years old and it at a time. Facilities such as a lecture is managed by the Nagarathar or hall, conference room, gallery, library, Nattukottai Chettiar community. The classrooms, and solemnization main deity or Murthi is Sree Raja room as well as high-tech facilities Rajeswary along with Ganesha and for taking ablution are available Murugan. Apart from these three in the mosque. Sultan Salahuddin Deities, a Durgai Amman shrine commanded to keep the architecture is also installed within the temple traditional. It took 12 year to complete complex.Being one of the oldest building this mosque. The mosque’s and richest temples in Klang, this dome incorporated aluminium tubes iconic temple is well regarded as layered with 'Retvous Enamelled Steel an important cultural and religious Panel', making the mosque a sturdy hub for the Hindus of Klang. This structure meant to last for many popular landmark has become an years to come. The construction important destination for the faithful of the mosque cost RM18 million besides playing host for a wide range to build and his Majesty granted 4 of cultural and religious functions. chandeliers worth more than RM2 Thus, it demonstrates its strong role million as well as an 600 years old in preserving the culture and heritage antique clock worth RM200,000 of Hindus in general. imported from Hong Kong. These Address: No. 2, Jalan Bukit Jawa, make the mosque a serene place for 41000, Klang, Selangor, prayers with extravagant views. Malaysia. Address: Persiaran Masjid, 40000 Phone No.: +603-3372 0748 Shah Alam, Selangor, Website: www.malaysiantemples.com Malaysia. GPS Coordinates: 3.0424355, 101.4455379 Phone No.: +603-55199988 Website: www.mssaas.gov.my Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Operating Hours: Daily, 6am – 8pm. Shah Mosque GPS Coordinates: 3.0786225, 101.5207184 Also known as State Mosque (Masjid Negeri) and Blue Mosque (Masjid Darul Ehsan Mosque Biru), Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz The Darul Ehsan Mosque or Masjid Mosque is the prominent landmark of Darul Ehsan is the first mosque in Shah Alam. It is situated in Section 9 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. It Shah Alam and it is the icon for the is located in SS 15 adjacent to the greatness and sovereignity of Islam Subang Parade shopping complex. in the state of Selangor. Inaugurated It was constructed between 1983 on 11th March 1988, it is the second and 1985 to serve the then newly largest mosque in Southeast Asia built township of Subang Jaya. This trailing behind Istiqlal Mosque in mosque was officially opened on 13 September 1985 by Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah32

of Selangor in conjunction of the 25th Places of Worship SIGHTSEEINGSilver Jubliee of his reign.Address: Jalan SS 15/2E, 47500 Address: Persiaran Hamzah Alang Subang Jaya, Selangor, Meru, 42200 Kapar, Malaysia. Selangor, Malaysia.Phone No.: +603-5634 0741 Phone No.: +603-3392 1011Website: www.imdesj.no-ip.org Website: www.asysyarifmeru.comGPS Coordinates: 3.08052, 101.58554 GPSCoordinates:3.1369699,101.4368517As-Syarif Mosque Ar-Rahimiah Jamek MosqueAs-Syarif Mosque located in Meru, Ar-Rahimiah Jamek Mosque isKlang serves as one of the landmarks located in Taman Andalas, which is infor the area. The mosque’s exterior is Persiaran Tengku Ampuan Rahimah.a captivating and beautiful one, with The mosque’s exterior boasts atwo distinctive gold domes gracing strong, rectangular design with fourthe rooftop. The main dome stands towers surrounding the mosque onout with three zig-zagged lines each corner. A huge, gold dome sitsaround the gold surface of the dome on the top center of the mosque,while the smaller one sits on top of creating a very majestic look tothe front arch. The interior boasts a the mosque. Ar-Rahimiah Jamekclean design with simple white and Mosque has 3 floors while being the biggest mosque in the Klang district. Launched at 14th November 1986, the mosque is one of the earliest one around and it was officially launched by DYMM Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Hishamuddin Alam Shah, the Sultan of Selangor at the time. It covers an area of 3.8 hectares and the mosque can accommodate up to 6,000 worshippers at once. A lot of religious activities and programs are held here for Muslims of all walks of life which include religious lectures, talks, forums, educational activities and many more.beige color scheme, creating a fresh- Address: Persiaran Tengku Ampuanlooking space for a more inviting feel Rahimah 41200 Klang,for worshippers. The inside of the Selangor, Malaysia.dome is painted white with the same Phone No.: +603-3374 1080 /blue zig-zag pattern lining the bottom +603-3371 3440part of the inner dome ceiling and a Website: www.infomjar.blogspot.myblue star at the center. GPS Coordinates: 3.02241, 101.4432001 The mosque is officially open topublic since 14th May 2003 and thelaunch was graces by DYMM SultanSharafuddin Idris Shah, the Sultanof Selangor. As-Syarif Mosquecan accommodate up to 7,000worshippers at once. It is usuallyfrequented by the locals and residentsof the neighborhoods around. Themosque is also a center for educationand plenty of religious activities suchas talks, forums and other attractivecommunity-based activities. It is oneof the liveliest mosques around. 33

SIGHTSEEING Places of Worship Sree Selva Vinayagar Temple Putra Mosque This temple is one of the biggest in Klang and the main deity is Lord The Putra Mosque, which is named Ganesha. It has a tall, colourful after the first Prime Minister of gopuram gracing the main entrance Malaysia; Almarhum Tunku Abdul to the temple. Frequented by many Rahman Putra Al Haj, is made one locals from the area, the temple of the most prominent structures is always lively with religious in Putrajaya. The glorious, breath- activities and rituals. The temple was taking structure rests by the banks established in 1945, making it one of of Putrajaya Lake and opposite the the oldest in the Klang area. It is a Dataran Perdana. The charming pretty huge temple, heavily decorated mosque is surrounded by fantastic, with lights of different colours picturesque landscape – making it a especially during special occasions. must-visit location whenever you’re Devotees visit this temple to seek in Putrajaya. fulfillment of auspicious beginnings of work, removal of obstacles, renewal of energy, success, wisdom and many more. The mosque was built in June 1997 Address: 124, Jalan Tepi Sungai, and after the next two years; the Taman Teluk Pulai, 41100 management was taken over by Klang, Selangor, Malaysia. JAKIM on the 1st of September, 1999. Phone No.: +603-3371 0909 This stunning structure takes up Website: www.malaysiantemples.com about 1.37 hectares of land, designed Visiting Hours: Early morning till 10pm by the famous architect - Y. Bhg. GPSCoordinates:3.0453092,101.4347352 Dato’ Dr. Nik Mohamad Bin Mahmood Sri Raja Rajeswary Temple from Kumpulan Senireka Sdn. Bhd. Another temple located in Klang, Sri The cost of building this elaborate Raja Rajeswary Temple is named mosque is about RM250 million and after Supreme Mother of Universe RM100 thousand for maintenance Raja Rajeswari. The establishment of alone. The architectural design of the mosque revolves around two concepts – Middle Eastern and traditional Malay elements. The pink-domed Putra Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite consists of three main functional areas - the prayer hall, the Sahn, or courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. The mosque can accommodate 15,000 worshippers at any one time. Address: Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM), Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan, 62502 WP Putrajaya, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-8888 5678 Website: www.masjidputra.gov.my Operating Hours: Daily, 24 hours GPSCoordinates:2.9359529,101.689084934

Places of Worship / Parks and Gardensthe temple was initiated by a group prominent after March 1928 when the SIGHTSEEINGof Indians led by the late P.Ponniah British started to build the Nationalwho mooted the idea of building a Leprosy Control Centre Hospital inHindu Temple in Taman Sentosa. 1928 with an Indian workforce fromThe temple held its inauguration India. The temple building now looksceremony on the 6th of February 1995. glorious bathed in bright yellow paint,Address: No 2, Jalan Dato Abdul one of the holy colours of the religion. Hamid 18, Off Jalan Dato Address: Lot 38381, Batu 13, Jalan Dagang 6, Taman Sentosa, Hospital, 47000 Sungai 41200 Klang, Selangor, Buluh, Selangor, Malaysia. Malaysia. Phone No.: N/APhone No.: +603-5161 7567 Website: www.malaysiantemples.comWebsite: www.facebook.com/Sri- Visiting Hours: Daily, 9.30am – Raja-Rajeswari-Temple- 1.30am, 4.30pm – Klang 7.30pmVisiting Hours: Early morning till 10pm GPS Coordinates: 3.1945656, 101.4942418GPSCoordinates:2.9972164,101.4709027Sri Sakthi Easwari Temple Kuala Selangor Nature ParkEstablished in 1968, this temple was Kuala Selangor Nature Park (Tamanfirst located in Seaport Estate and as Alam Kuala Selangor in Malay) isdevelopment changed the landscape a haven for a wide variety of floraaround the temple, Seaport Estate and fauna, Kuala Selangor Naturecame to be known as Kelana Jaya Park (Taman Alam Kuala Selangor)and subsequently became part of comprises over 200 hectares ofJalan Makmur. However, in 1975 it coastal land where a large part of it iswas relocated to its present site; mangrove swamps.SS3/39 and after years of renovations Mangrove ecosystem areit stands majestically with a 5 tier extraordinary in that they protectgopuram watching over the faithful the coastline, serve as fish breedingthus becoming the spiritual and ground, give refuge to diverse wildlifecultural sanctum of the Hindus of and supply wood. Kuala SelangorKelana Jaya and Sungei Way. The Nature Park is much more thantemple is one of the biggest and most just mangrove trees in a swamp.elaborate temple in the area. The Nature Park stretches over 800Address: Jalan SS 8/39, SS 8 Sungai acres of three distinct habitats which Way, 47300 Petaling Jaya, include inland secondary forests, Selangor, Malaysia. muddy estuaries and mudflats, andPhone No.: +603-7874 2561 a brackish lake that is inhibited by +603-7876 4329 wetland animals.Website: www.sakthieaswari.com The area also has more than 150Visiting Hours: Morning Opening, species of birds and an estimated 9.30am - 11.30am. 100,000 wading birds, comprising 30 Evening Opening, 6.00am - species, passing through here on their 9.00pm. Sat & Sun Opening, 9.30am - 9.00pm.GPS Coordinates: 3.0886368, 101.614825Sri Maha Mariamman AlayanTempleThis temple has been in existencesince 1905. When Malayan Railwaysbuilt the railway lines along KualaLumpur – Ipoh route, it became 35

SIGHTSEEING Parks and Gardens It is over 108,000 hectares in size and is the third largest park in Peninsular annual migration. Thus bird watching Malaysia. The area was gazetted is perhaps one interesting activity in in 2007 as a state park under the Kuala Selangor Nature Park. National Forestry Act Enactment There are four trails to take to view the 2005 of Selangor and is managed by wildlife. They are the Egret Trail (550 the Forestry Department of Selangor. metres), Pangolin Trail (1km), Coastal Selangor and the Federal Territories Bund (1.7km) and Langur Trail of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya (1.1km) which lasts approximately 30 depend on the Park for their most minutes, 50 minutes, 2 hours and 2.5 basic needs of clean air, water and hours respectively. maintenance of the local climatic Observation hides and towers are stability. The Park thus helps to available to visitors. You are advised guarantee the quality of life enjoyed to bring along binoculars and camera by these communities. with telephoto lens in order to see The Park area provides many a better view of the birds and other recreational opportunities, and it animals. There are also chalets also caters to valuable educational for those who are interested to and research activities. As one of experience a night in the wilderness. the most accessible forest areas Address: Jalan Klinik, Kuala Selangor, in Malaysia, the Park provides an 45000 Kuala Selangor, invaluable retreat from the pressures Selangor, Malaysia. of modern urban lifestyles (e.g. Phone No.: +603-3289-2294 at Ampang Recreational Forest). Website: www.kuala-selangor.com/ The Park attracts activities of two kuala-selangor-nature- major international research centres park existing within or near its area, the Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm University of Malaya Field Studies GPS Coordinates: 3.3390018, 101.244805 Centre in Hulu Gombak with its incredible forested backdrop, and the Selangor State Park Forest Research Institute of Malaysia The Selangor State Park (Taman (FRIM) in Kepong. Negeri Selangor, also known as Address: Jalan Sungai Tua, Ulu Taman Warisan Negeri Selangor) Yam, 48200 Batu Caves, is located on the eastern part of Selangor, Malaysia. Selangor, Malaysia near Batu Caves. Phone No.: +603-7876 9958 The 914.41 square kilometre park was Website: www.facebook.com/ gazetted on by the state on January SelangorStatePark 25, 2007. Upon its establishment, it Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm became the second largest park in GPS Coordinates: 3.311927, 101.698036 Peninsular Malaysia with the largest being the Taman Negara.36

Highlight

SIGHTSEEING Parks and Gardens the infamous Amcorp Mall. It is also Sungai Tekala Recreation Park easily accessible from the Taman Jaya LRT station. Taman Jaya Park is Established since 1982, Hutan the go-to recreational park after work Lipur Sungai Tekala (Sungai Tekala or during the weekends. It is perfect Recreational Park) is located in Hulu for jogging and other recreational Langat. The recreation park is one of activities, with breath-taking views the few nature hideouts developed of the lake and lush greenery into a lovely camp cum picnic site, surrounding the area. The park is perfect for short afternoons or well maintained with the necessary weekend gateways. The crystal clear facilities to accommodate to the waters of the shallow Sungai Tekala public needs. is ideal for bathing and there are People around the area would basic changing facilities available sometime stop by to jog after work, for the convenience of visitors. The relaxing their minds after a long day higher levels of the river lead up to at the office. Some elderly locals a sparkling waterfall which cascade would utilize the park’s spacious into a natural rock pool. Other field to do morning Tai Chis, proving facilities such as rest huts which that this green lung of Petaling make pleasant shelters from the hot Jaya a serene and calming place to sun and benches for you to rest are rejuvenate. Since the entire park is available. very well maintained, it would make the perfect spot for a photography session. Its scenic background complete with fully bloomed trees and water fountains also makes the park an absolutely gorgeous spot to kick back with a good book. It is perfect for weekend picnics too by the beautiful lake. 13 km from Semenyih via Jalan Address: Jalan Timur, Seksyen 10, Semenyih – Hulu Langat and 50 46000 Petaling Jaya, km from Kuala Lumpur, Hutan Selangor, Malaysia. Lipur Sungai Tekala (Sungai Tekala Phone No.: N/A Recreational Park) is located in Website: www.yelp.my/biz/tasik- Sungai Lalang Reserve Forest which taman-jaya-petaling-jaya is part of the State Forest Park, also Operating Hours: Always open known as the Taman Warisan Negeri GPS Coordinates: 3.10556, 101.64898 Selangor (Selangor State Heritage Putrajaya Botanical Garden Park). This is a lowland dipterocarp Putrajaya Botanical Garden is forest. located on the Northern section of Address: Semenyih, Selangor, Precinct 1. It has been designed as Malaysia. an Arcadia or a national sanctuary Phone No.: +603 – 9075 2885 for the Malaysian living collection of Website: www.forestry.selangor.gov. plant taxonomy as well as a centre my for education and research. Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 6pm The biggest botanical garden in GPS Coordinates: 3.0588706, 101.8728368 Malaysia, the Putrajaya Botanical Garden covers an area over 92 Taman Jaya Lake Park hectares. The park is divided into Situated at the heart of the bustling three sections - flowers, ornamental township of Petaling Jaya, it faces the plants and preservation/research busy Federal Highway and resides by purposes. The garden currently has more than 700 species of flowering plants, local plants as well as plants38

Parks and Gardens / Natural Wondersfrom the Asia-Pacific and Africa Tua, Taman Negeri Selangor, past SIGHTSEEINGregions. the eco-resorts and small housingThe area also serves as a research developments. At the end of Jalancentre, with its multi-purpose Sg. Tua, there is a clear signboardcollection. Kids will be delighted clearly stating ‘Ulu Yam Baru (left),with the huge collection and exotic Genting Highlands (left) and Sg.flowers, and educationists will be Sendat (right)’. Follow that small dirtable to see many species of plants road until the end. Drive right to theat the research centre. There is also entrance of Sg. Sendat Recreationa Visitors’ Interpretative Centre (VIC), site.explorer’s trail, palm hill, sun and Address: Jalan Gurney, Ulu Yam, Batufloral gardens for visitors wishing to Caves, Selangor, Malaysiaexperience more from the Botanical Phone No.: N/AGarden. Website: N/ATake home some interesting Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 7pmcollections from its quaint gift shop GPS Coordinates: 3.403486, 101.683593offering environmentally friendlysouvenirs.Address: Presint 1, 62000 Putrajaya, Templer’s Park Malaysia. Templer’s Park is a forest reserve inPhone No.: +603-8887 7770 the Klang Valley, Selangor, Malaysia.Website: www.ppj.gov.my The park is located about 6 kilometresVisiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 7pm from Rawang and 22 kilometres fromGPS Coordinates: 2.945255, 101.692216 Kuala Lumpur. It is 1,214 hectares in size and it was named in honourSendat Falls of Sir Gerald Templer, a British HighFor an easy, mini-adventure, that is Commissioner in Malaya. On 8not too far from home, visit the Sungai September 1954, His Highness theSendat Waterfalls, just outside of Ulu Sultan of Selangor, the late SultanYam town. Hishamuddin Alam Shah declaredSg. Sendat is a lovely place for a that Templer’s Park was ‘dedicatedday-trip and picnic. It is a beautiful, by Selangor to serve as a refuge and a3-tier waterfall. The recreation sanctuary for wildlife and a meeting-site is small and simple, but a fun place for all who love and respect theand easy escape from the usual beauty of nature’. The following yearcity grind. While photographs and the government gazetted the areapicnics can be enjoyed at the toplevels of the waterfall, it is advisableto keep your swimming to bottomlevel of the waterfall only. The top 2pools look quite harmless, but afterreading feedback and media reports,it would seem not. The top 2 tiersof the waterfall can have strongundercurrents. According to reports,people have drowned or nearlydrowned due to the undercurrent’spull.Sg. Sendat recreation site is locatedabout 30-minute drive from BatuCaves, heading past the Batu Dam,and Forest Recreation Sites of Sg.Tua. From Batu Caves, you followthe road to Ulu Yam, drive past theBatu Dam, along Jalan Sg. Tua, pastthe many recreation sites of Sg. 39





Natural WondersSIGHTSEEING as “a Botanical Garden and Public by the thousands of fireflies (Kelip- Park. This forest reserve consists Kelip) that flicker. At dust , the fireflies of multi-tiered waterfalls, jungle (Kelip-Kelip) gather in Berembang streams and trails. Several amenities trees (mangrove trees) to feed on its are available in this forest reserve, tree sap and flash to attract a mate. such as picnic grounds, fishing spots, Although both the male and female parking lots, public toilets and stalls. species light up, only the males do it Templer’s Park can be accessed from together in union. the Rawang exit of the North-South Address: Jalan Club, 45000 Kuala Expressway. Selangor, Selangor, Address: Templer Park, 48000 Malaysia. Rawang, Selangor, Phone No.: +603-3289 1439 Malaysia. +603-3289 1549 Phone No.: N/A Website: www.mdks.gov.my/en/ Website: www.malaysiavacationguide. kelip-kelip-kampung- com kuantan Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 7pm. Visiting Hours: Daily, 7.30pm – GPSCoordinates:3.2987806,101.6193205 10.30pm GPS Coordinates: 3.36324, 101.300612 Kampung Kuantan Fireflies Remis Beach Kampung Kuantan is known for its Located approximately 18 km from fireflies (or Kelip-kelip, as it fondly the town of Kuala Selangor, the Remis called by the local) that dwell along beach is a beautiful destination for Sg Selangor river banks and feeding sunset and beach lovers. Have fun on the Berembang trees (mangrove doing beach activities such as flying trees) that grow well in brackish kites and fishing on the beautiful water. The mangrove trees can be sandy beach. This place is usually found until 8km upstream and 18 km swarming with visitors especially downstream to Kuala Selangor. during the weekends. Not far from A trip to Kuala Selangor would be the beach is a famous asam pedas incomplete without exploring the joint so grab your friends and family uniqueness and miracles of the to enjoy some quality time together at Kuantan Village Fireflies found Remis beach. in the midst of mangrove trees in Address: Batu 17, Jalan Pantai these small villages. Visitors would Remis, 45800 Jeram, Kuala experience riding on a traditional Selangor, Malaysia. sampan (small boat) down the Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 7pm Selangor River and observe the GPS Coordinates: 3.202246,101.3054422 fireflies in close proximity. Kampung Kuantan is located about nine kilometres from the town of Kuala Selangor, the site is known as one of the largest firefly colonies in the world. Take a small boat into the quite darkness at night and you might find yourself amazingly enthralled42

Pengenalan Jauh MAKAN ANGINPerjalanan, Luas PemandanganLembah Klang mempunyai banyak sekitar Lembah Klang. Kad ini dapattempat-tempat menarik untuk digunakan di pelbagai tempat sepertidikunjungi oleh seisi keluarga. Kita plaza tol, bas, LRT. Selain daripadamempunyai banyak bangunan yang fasiliti pengangkutan, kad ini jugamenarik dan tempat-tempat ini boleh digunakan untuk transaksimempunyai sejarah yang patut kita bebas tunai di restoran dan kedai-terokai untuk lebih memahami asal kedai seperti Watsons dan banyakusul dan latar belakang kita. Segmen lagi. Anda juga boleh menggunakanini bertujuan untuk membantu kad ini sebagai pengganti tiket parkiranda mencari lokasi-lokasi yang di pusat beli belah. Fungsinya yangboleh dikunjungi dimana seni pelbagai boleh menjimatkan masabina, sejarah dan tujuan ia dibina dan tenaga anda.boleh membuatkan anda terpukau.Tempat-tempat ini termasuklah Sebenarnya, semua rakyat Malaysialokasi bersejarah, tempat-tempat memiliki sekurang-kurangnya satuibadat, taman rekreasi dan macam- kad Touch & Go. Jika anda perhatikanmacam lagi. Jika kita mengambil MyKad yang anda bawa kemanasedikit masa untuk melawati sahaja anda pergi, ia sebenarnyatempat-tempat sebegini, kita bukan berfungsi sebagai Touch & Go dansahaja boleh bersiar-siar menikmati boleh digunakan sama seperti Kadkeindahan alam tetapi kita juga boleh Touch & Go yang lain. Apa yangmenghargai negara kita dengan anda perlu buat hanyalah “reload”lebih mendalam. Oleh itu, keluarlah MyKad anda dengan kredit dan iabersama keluarga atau rakan-rakan boleh digunakan seperti biasa. Kadanda dan terokai Lembah Klang Touch & Go boleh diisi di stesendari pelbagai perspektif berbeza. petrol, 7-Eleven, mesin-mesin ATM,SELAMAT MENGEMBARA! Watsons dan banyak lagi. 3. Tersekat dalam kesesakan laluTips untuk Bersiar-siar di Lembah lintas? “Park & Ride”-lah! Klang Mungkin tidak ramai yang tahu akan fasiliti ini tetapi hampir semua stesen1. Keselesaan LRT dan bas mempunyai fasiliti “ParkPakailah pakaian yang longgar dan & Ride” dimana orang awam bolehselesa semasa bersiar-siar. Memakai meninggalkan kereta mereka dikasut bertutup seperti kasut sukanjuga boleh membantu anda untukberjalan lebih jauh dengan selesakerana sesetengah tempat mungkinakan panas dan sesak.2. Kad Touch & GoMempunyai kad Touch & Go yangdiisi dengan kredit sangat bergunajika anda ingin berjalan-jalan 43

MAKAN ANGIN Tips dengan teknologi internet dimana sahaja mereka berada. Oleh itu, stesen-stesen pengangkutan awam memuat turun aplikasi yang berguna ini dan bergerak ke destinasi yang seperti Waze, PLUS Expressway, Uber ingin dituju dengan menaiki LRT dan MyTeksi akan membantu anda atau bas. Ini memudahkan orang untuk mendapatkan teksi dan pandu awam untuk sampai ke destinasi arah dengan mudah. Sistem dan dengan selamat dan mudah tanpa rangkaian jalan raya atau lebuh raya di perlu memandu kereta persendirian Malaysia adalah agak kompleks dan yang akan menyumbang kepada sukar untuk difahami, membuatkan kesesakan lalu lintas. Kebanyakan perjalanan anda mungkin penuh orang kini gemar meninggalkan dengan kekeliruan. kereta mereka di stesen-stesen Aplikasi seperti Waze akan keretapi atau LRT yang berdekatan memudahkan perjalanan anda dengan rumah dan pergi ke tempat dengan pandu arah yang lengkap kerja dengan menaiki pengangkutan dan komprehensif. Anda juga awam setiap hari. Pas perjalanan boleh menghantar “report” tentang istimewa ada ditawarkan bagi mereka kesesakan lalu lintas. Fungsi Waze yang menggunakan kemudahan ini adalah untuk menyuraikan trafik setiap hari, dilengkapi dengan kadar di sepanjang perjalanan anda. diskaun istimewa. Antaranya adalah Waze akan mencadangkan pandu MyRapid Smart 7 mingguan dan arah dimana anda boleh sampai Smart 30 bulanan. ke destinasi dengan cepat. Waze Selain daripada itu, jika anda tersekat juga boleh memberi amaran cuaca, pemeriksaan polis, kamera lampu trafik dan kamera tangkap laju. Selain daripada itu, aplikasi ini juga boleh mencadangkan laluan bebas tol. Aplikasi seperti Uber dan MyTeksi pula membantu anda untuk memesan dalam kesesakan lalu lintas, anda teksi hanya dengan menggunakan boleh pergi ke stesen keretapi atau kemudahan internet dan telefon LRT terdekat supaya anda boleh pintar anda. Kini, anda tidak perlu mengelakkan kesesakan yang lebih menunggu dan memanggil teksi di teruk lagi. Kadangkala kesesakan tepi jalan dan dibawah terik panas ini disebabkan oleh kerosakan bas atau hujan kerana aplikasi-aplikasi atau kereta yang tidak dijangka di ini akan memberi pandu arah tengah-tengah kesibukan bandar kepada teksi-teksi berkenaan untuk ataupun kemalangan jalan raya sampai tepat dimana anda berdiri. yang membuatkan kereta bergerak Ini meningkatkan tahap keselamatan jauh lebih perlahan. Insiden-insiden pengguna-pengguna teksi. Anda juga sebegini sememangnya tidak boleh boleh memeriksa tambang sebelum dielakkan, maka, salah satu jalan memilih untuk menaiki teksi yang penyelesaian untuk anda ialah “Park dipesan. & Ride” di stesen-stesen terdekat. Jangan lupa! Buku panduan kami (KL Usah risau, perkhidmatan LRT dan tren di Lembah Klang beroperasi seawal 5 pagi hingga 1 malam untuk memudahkan pergerakan penduduk bandar yang ramai dan sibuk. 4. Aplikasi Telefon Pintar Sudah diketahui umum yang hampir semua rakyat Malaysia mempunyai sekurang-kurangnya satu telefon pintar, sejajar dengan misi kerajaan untuk melengkapkan generasi kini44

Tempat BersejarahThe Guide dan Klang Valley 4 Locals) Rumah Agam Tan Boon Chiajuga boleh dimuat turun di Google Kampung Baru Rasa telahPlay untuk informasi perjalanan ditubuhkan lebih kurang 120 tahunyang lebih padat dan komprehensif. dahulu. Pada ketika itu, Rasa, Kuala MAKAN ANGINDapatkannya sekarang! Kubu Baru dan Serendah merupakn5. Kawasan Rawat & Rehat (R&R) pusat penghasilan bijih timah utamadan Pandu Lalu di daerah Ulu Selangor. DikalanganJika anda perlu bergegas ke tempat taukeh lombong yang ada, Tan Boonkerja atau ke destinasi yang ingin Chia merupakan taukeh lombongdituju dan tidak berkesempatan yang paling berpengaruh di Rasa.untuk makan di rumah, anda boleh Pembinaan Banglo Tan Boon Chiaberhenti di kawasan Rawat & Rehat Mansion menjadi mercu tanda Rasa(R&R) untuk mengisi perut. Kawasan pada ketika itu. Perkembangan pesatR&R biasanya dilengkapi dengan kedua-dua perniagaan getah danmedan selera, surau, kedai serbaneka bijih timah menjadikan beliau kayadan tandas. Ada juga yang dilengkapi raya.dengan bilik mandi, restoran-restoran Beliau juga menjangkakan Rasa akanseperti KFC dan Baskin Robbins dan berkembang lebih pesat berbanding Kuala Lumpur. Oleh itu, dengan umur 26 tahun pada tahun 1918, beliau telah mencari tapak berkeluasan 5 hektar dan mendirikan banglo Tan Boon Chia Mansion yang begitu mewah sekali. Menjelang Perang Dunia Kedua, kezaliman tentera Jepun selama 3 tahun dan 8 bulan telah menyebabkan segala aktiviti perniagaan di Rasa terhenti. Tan Boon Chia Mansion telah dirampas dan dijadikan sebagai ibupejabat tentera Jepun. Ramai orang Cina dikatakan telah didera, dibunuh dan terus ditanam di belakang rumah agam tersebut. Selepas perang tamat, rumah agam tersebut telah dipulangkan kepada keluarga Tan. Namun mereka tidak kembali semulastesen petrol. Medan selera dan ke banglo itu. Tan Boon Chia telahkemudahan asas yang lain biasanyaberoperasi 24 jam dan dibuka setiap meninggal dunia pada tahun 1951. Anaknya telah mengambilalihhari untuk memudahkan pengguna seterusnya memperkasakan lagijalanraya. Lebuhraya-lebuhrayautama menyediakan kawasan R&R harta peninggalan keluarga dan menjadi pengusaha perladangan danpada setiap 50 kilometer perjalanan perlombongan yang berwibawa.dan antara R&R yang seringdikunjungi adalah R&R Dengkil dan Sebaliknya, Rumah Agam Tan Boon Chia hanya menjadi kenangan.Seremban. Banglo tersebut telah terbiar selamaSelain itu, kemudahan pandu lalujuga ada disediakan di sekitar setengah abad menjadikannya begitu uzur.Lembah Kelang seperti McDonald’s, Sehingga beberapa tahunKFC dan Starbucks. Khidmat pandulalu ini biasanya dibuka 24 jam setiap kebelakangan ini, Tan Boon Chia Mansion telah diubahsuai semula.hari, maka tiada alasan lagi untukanda tidak makan walaupun andabergegas untuk sampai ke destinasi. Alamat: Rasa, 44200 Hulu Selangor,Restoran pandu lalu ini disediakan di Selangor, Malaysiakebanyakan lebuh raya utama sepertiNKVE dan MRR2. Waktu Melawat: Lawat pada waktu siang Koordinat GPS: 3.4990232, 101.630855 45

Tempat Bersejarah dengan perubahan masa. Walau bagaimanapun, elemen-elemen Bukit Raja binaan kolonial Barat masihMAKAN ANGIN Bukit Raja memegang banyak dikekalkan pada bangunan ini. nilai sejarah berkaitan Kesultanan Stesen ini mempunyai platform sisi Selangor pada masa dahulu. Bukit iaitu sebahagian daripada bangunan ini terletak di Kampung Permatang, utama stesen dan sebuah platform Kuala Selangor. Untuk sampai ke pulau yang boleh diakses dengan bukit ini, anda haruslah melalui jambatan pejalan kaki. laluan masuk dari sebuah sekolah dan minta kebenaran untuk pergi Alamat: Jalan Raya Timur Off Jalan ke kaki Bukit Raja. Terdapat sebuah Stesen, 41000 Klang, plak tanda yang tertulis sejarah bukit Selangor, Malaysia. tersebut; bukit ini pernah menjadi tempat Raja Nala berkubu menentang No. Telefon: +603-2267 1200 Belanda. Raja Nala adalah anakanda Laman Web: www.ktmb.com.my kepada Sultan pertama Selangor, Koordinat GPS: 3.0427778, 101.45 Sultan Salehuddin atau Raja Lumu ibni Daeng Chelak. Raja Nala menjadi Perigi Beracun Raja Muda ketika kekandanya Perigi Beracun ini terletak di atas Bukit Sultan Ibrahim memerintah sebagai Melawati. Perigi ini mengandungi air Sultan kedua penghujung abad ke beracun yang terdiri daripada miang 18 Masihi. Di puncak bukit tersebut buluh dan getah tumbuhan. Perigi terdapat makam beberapa kerabat ini dibina bertujuan untuk menyeksa diRaja Kesultanan Selangor yang pengkhianat dan pembelot kerajaan dahulu. Kawasan ini dijaga rapi pada masa dahulu dimana mereka oleh seseorang yang sering naik ke akan diletakkan di dalam perigi bukit tersebut untuk menziarahi dan tersebut dengan air beracun diisi membersihkan kawasan makam ini. sehingga takat leher. Ini membuktikan betapa beratnya hukuman yang diberi Alamat: Kampung Permatang, kepada pengkhianat bangsa ketika 45500 zaman awal Kesultanan Selangor. Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia Waktu Melawat: Lawat pada waktu siang Koordinat GPS: 3.3767444, 101.2757434 Stesen Keretapi Klang Alamat: Bukit Malawati, 45000 Kuala Stesen Keretapi Klang adalah stesen Selangor, Selangor, komuter KTM untuk kawasan Klang. Ia terletak di Jalan Besar, di kawasan Malaysia. selatan Klang. Sejajar dengan stesen No. Telefon: +603-3289 1439 ini adalah depot KTM untuk keretapi Laman Web: www.mdks.gov.my/ lokomotif yang juga kawasan untuk bukit-melawati membaiki gerabak barang. Waktu Melawat: Setiap Hari, 9am – 7pm Stesen ini terletak secara strategik Koordinat GPS: 3.34095, 101.2486579 iaitu di kawasan tengah bandar Klang. Ia boleh diakses dengan teksi dan servis bas mini. Stesen ini terletak berhampiran dengan Hab Bas Utama Klang yang menghubungkan kawasan Klang dengan kawasan sekitarnya. Bangunan utama stesen adalah bangunan setingkat yang agak kecil dan ia mula dibina pada tahun 1890 tetapi telah melalui banyak fasa pengubahsuaian, bersesuaian46

Balai Bomba Lama Klang Tempat Bersejarah MAKAN ANGINTerletak di sudut Jalan Gedung RajaAbdullah adalah balai bomba yang lagi mengalami perubahan iaitudibina pada zaman kolonial dan kini bangunan ini telah dijadikan rumahberfungsi sebagai Balai Bomba Klang. rehat sehingga tahun 1948 dan padaBangunan balai ini adalah contoh tahun 1949 bangunan ini dijadikanyang baik bagi seni bina Victorian pula Bangunan Pejabat Lembagayang berasal dari tahun 1890-an. Bandaran Klang sehinggalah tahunWalaupun ia telah diubahsuai untuk 1964. Bangunan ini telah diserahaknmenampung alat-alat balai bomba dan digunapakai oleh Pejabat Agamamoden, seni bina asalnya masih Islam Daerah dan Mahkamah Rendahdikekalkan sehingga ke hari ini. / Tinggi Syariah Daerah Klang.Alamat: Kota Raja, Jalan Gedung Alamat: 3, Jalan Stesen, Kawasan 1, Raja Abdullah, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia Malaysia No. Telefon: +603-3373 6500No. Telefon: +603-3371 4444 Laman Web: www.visitselangor.com/Laman Web: www.facebook.com/ galeri-diraja-sultan-Balai-Bomba-Penyelamat-Kota-Raja abdul-azizWaktu Melawat: N/A Waktu Melawat: Selasa - Ahad, 10amKoordinat GPS: 3.0426723, 101.4470673 - 5pm. Ditutup pada cuti umum. Koordinat GPS: 3.041476, 101.4492211Bangunan Sultan Suleiman Kota Raja MahadiBangunan ini terletak di Jalan Dato’ Kota Raja Mahadi adalah sebuahHamzah, Klang merupakan sebuah kubu pertahanan yang dibina olehbangunan yang dikategorikan Raja Mahadi Ibni Almarhum Rajasebagai bangunan bersejarah. Dibina Sulaiman pada tahun 1866 untukpada tahun 1912 masihi bersamaan mempertahankan kuasanya ketika1330 hijrah telah mencakupi usia 92 Perang Saudara Kelang tercetustahun. pada kurun ke-19.Bangunan ini telah melalui banyak Perang saudara yang pertamaperubahan besar yang bersesuaian meletus berpunca daripada peristiwadengan zamannya, antaranya penganugerahan Sungai Klang danyang terawal iailah, bangunan ini kedua-dua tebing sungai tersebutmerupakan sebuah Istana Hinggap kepada Raja Abdullah Ibni Almarhumbagi Almarhum DYMM Sultan Raja Jaafar. Dibawah pemerintahanSuleiman yang merupakan Sultan baginda, kawasan yang dahulunyaSelangor ketika itu. dimiliki oleh ayahanda Raja MahadiNamun begitu sewaktu tentera Jepun (Raja Sulaiman) telah menjadike Tanah Melayu dalam era Perang kaya-raya. Ini menimbulkanDunia Kedua, bangunan ini telah ketidakpuashatian Raja Mahadi,menarik perhatian pemerintah Jepun maka baginda mencuba untukyang dikenali sebagai ‘JUNTAI’ untuk mendapatkan kawasan tersebut.menjadikannya sebagai markas Oleh itu, pada tahun 1866, perangpemerintah tentera Jepun dalam saudara yang pertama telah meletustahun 1941. diantara kedua-dua pemerintahSehinggalah tamat era perang tersebut. Kota Raja Mahadi dibinaDunia Kedua, pada penghujung untuk tujuan perang ini, dimanatahun 1945, bangunan ini sekali 47

Tempat Bersejarah / Bangunan ModernMAKAN ANGIN baginda telah membina benteng bersejarah di Selangor. Ia telah pertahanan yang kuat. Baginda dinukilkan dalam Buku Sulalatus juga menggunakan meriam yang Salatin atau Sejarah Melayu oleh Tun dibawa khas dari Kuala Selangor. Sri Lanang, dimana tertulis sejarah Perang saudara ini berlarutan selama Bukit Jeram yang pernah menjadi setahun, sehinggalah angkatan tempat bersemayam Paduka Mimat tentera Raja Abdullah mundur. (anakanda Sultan Mansur Shah dari Perang saudara kedua pula terjadi Melaka) dan Puteri Hang Li Po dari pada tahun 1868 dimana Tengku China, lebih 400 tahun yang lalu. Kudin dari Kedah datang dan menjadi Dikatakan bahawa istana baginda orang ketiga dalam perbalahan terletak di puncak Bukit Jeram. tersebut. Setelah rundingan dibuat, Beberapa kerabat diRaja Selangor Raja Mahadi enggan berdamai. juga pernah berada disini 300 tahun Tengku Kudin lalu menghantar bala yang lalu dan seterusnya dikuasai tenteranya untuk menyerang Kota oleh tentera Jepun ketika Perang Raja Mahadi dan beliau berjaya Dunia Kedua. Ia juga pernah menjadi menawan kubu tersebut lalu salah satu pelabuhan yang penting mendiaminya sehingga tahun 1898. suatu masa dahulu. Pada 1899, meriam di kubu tersebut Alamat: Bukit Jeram, 45800, dipindahkan untuk menghiasi Istana Selangor, Mahkota Puri, Klang. Sehingga kini, bukti peninggalan Malaysia. kubu tersebut masih wujud di Klang. Waktu Melawat: Naik pada siang hari Malangnya, hanya pintu gerbang Koordinat GPS: 3.2514566, 101.3001715 sahaja yang masih berdiri teguh sehingga ke hari ini. Tapak kawasan Bangunan Berlian Ibu Pejabat Kota Raja Mahadi digunakan Suruhanjaya Tenaga untuk mendirikan bangunan Majlis Bangunan Berlian, yang merupakan Perbandaran Klang. Dikatakan ibu pejabat Suruhanjaya Tenaga terdapat sebuah terowong yang terletak di Presint 2, Putrajaya, menghubungkan kubu tersebut berhadapan taman landskap awam dengan Sungai Klang tetapi ia telah yang dinamakan Taman Pancarona. tertimbus oleh tanah. Bangunan Berlian direka bentuk Alamat: Majlis Perbandaran Klang, dan dibina berdasarkan konsep Jln Perbandaran, Kawasan pembangunan mampan, dengan 1, 41200 Klang, Selangor, mempertimbangkan aspek Malaysia. pengurangan dalam penggunaan No. Telefon: +603-3371 6044 bahan api fosil, penjimatan air, bahan Koordinat GPS: 3.044794, 101.4446491 binaan yang mampan, pengurangan dan penghindaran bahan buangan dan macam-macam lagi. Bangunan ini dibina untuk mempunyai indeks tenaga sebanyak 85 kWj/m2/ tahun, berbanding indeks piawaian sebanyak 135 kWj/m2/tahun Bukit Jeram Bukit Jeram dikenali dengan nilai sejarahnya yang berharga. Muzium Selangor telah mengiktiraf bukit ini sebagai salah satu tempat paling48


Like this book? You can publish your book online for free in a few minutes!
Create your own flipbook