History
Selangor's history dates back to as early as the 1600s when tin deposit were found in several areas in the state, thus attracting an influx of miners, immingrants and colonists in search of "new lands". The small village of Kampung Permatang in Kuala Selangor was the spot where the Bugis first landed and established the Selangor Sultanate in early 17th century. By the middle of the 18th century, the Bugis dominated the state economically and politically. The late 18th century was marked by wars among the Bugis, Malay and Chinese tin barons over the monopoly of mining areas and the power play of the faction groups. To control the situation, the sultan was forced to accept the appointment af a British Resident in 1874 and indirectly, giving the British a foothold in the state,s administration . After a few years of unrest, the year 1896 saw Selangor joined the federated Malay States under the control of the British administration. In 1957 Selangor became one of the states of the Federation of Malaya which later changed the name to Malaysia.
Physical Geography
Selangor terletak bersebelahan dengan negeri Perak, Pahang dan Negeri Sembilan. Selangor mempunyai keluasan sebanyak 7956 sq. Km. Selangor mempunyai penduduk yang agak ramai iaitu seramai 2.29 million. Lazimnya suhu di Selangor di antara 21 ºC hingga 32ºC.
Places to Eat/ Food
One of the best thing that Selangor has to offer the visitor is her wide range of food, and Selangor's restaurants and hawker stalls are the best and most varied; a reflection of multi-ethnic synergy. The distinctively spicy Malay food, such as nasi lemak, rendang, curry and the many palm sugar and coconut-based desserts such as cendol, shaved ice (ABC) delight to even the most jaded palate. These delicacies can be savoured at the Rasa Utara Restaurant, Subang Jaya and the Hartine Restaurant, Shah Alam. For a popourri of Malaysian cuisine, try the Lakeview Floating Restaurant, Shah Alam, and the Food Court Centre at Subang Parade, Subang Jaya. Visitors will be feasted by the endless variety of Chinese dishes, stir-fried noodle, dim sum and roost duck at the Foong Chek Yuen Restaurant, Klang, Hong Kong Kitchen Restaurant, Petaling Jaya and the Eden Restaurant, Subang Airport. For Indian cuisine, it ranges from northern Indian to southern Indian, and from fully vegetarian to fish curries and chicken tandoori. Visitors can try a luscious Indian cuisine at the Devi Restaurant at Subang Jaya or the Shiraz Restaurant, Taman Megah, Petaling Jaya.
Culture Heritage
Penduduk di Selangor terdiri daripada pelbagai kaum iaitu seperti kaum Melayu, China dan India. Kepelbagaian kaum ini sudah pasti akan menghasil budaya yang pelbagai dan unik. Kebudayaan ini meliputi dari segi tarian tradisional, permainan tradisional, pakaian tradisional, alat muzik tradisional dan lain-lain lagi yang mengambarkan cara hidup sesuatu masyarakat.
Places Of Interest
Selangor's history dates back to as early as the 1600s when tin deposit were found in several areas in the state, thus attracting an influx of miners, immingrants and colonists in search of "new lands". The small village of Kampung Permatang in Kuala Selangor was the spot where the Bugis first landed and established the Selangor Sultanate in early 17th century. By the middle of the 18th century, the Bugis dominated the state economically and politically. The late 18th century was marked by wars among the Bugis, Malay and Chinese tin barons over the monopoly of mining areas and the power play of the faction groups. To control the situation, the sultan was forced to accept the appointment af a British Resident in 1874 and indirectly, giving the British a foothold in the state,s administration . After a few years of unrest, the year 1896 saw Selangor joined the federated Malay States under the control of the British administration. In 1957 Selangor became one of the states of the Federation of Malaya which later changed the name to Malaysia.
Physical Geography
Selangor terletak bersebelahan dengan negeri Perak, Pahang dan Negeri Sembilan. Selangor mempunyai keluasan sebanyak 7956 sq. Km. Selangor mempunyai penduduk yang agak ramai iaitu seramai 2.29 million. Lazimnya suhu di Selangor di antara 21 ºC hingga 32ºC.
Places to Eat/ Food
One of the best thing that Selangor has to offer the visitor is her wide range of food, and Selangor's restaurants and hawker stalls are the best and most varied; a reflection of multi-ethnic synergy. The distinctively spicy Malay food, such as nasi lemak, rendang, curry and the many palm sugar and coconut-based desserts such as cendol, shaved ice (ABC) delight to even the most jaded palate. These delicacies can be savoured at the Rasa Utara Restaurant, Subang Jaya and the Hartine Restaurant, Shah Alam. For a popourri of Malaysian cuisine, try the Lakeview Floating Restaurant, Shah Alam, and the Food Court Centre at Subang Parade, Subang Jaya. Visitors will be feasted by the endless variety of Chinese dishes, stir-fried noodle, dim sum and roost duck at the Foong Chek Yuen Restaurant, Klang, Hong Kong Kitchen Restaurant, Petaling Jaya and the Eden Restaurant, Subang Airport. For Indian cuisine, it ranges from northern Indian to southern Indian, and from fully vegetarian to fish curries and chicken tandoori. Visitors can try a luscious Indian cuisine at the Devi Restaurant at Subang Jaya or the Shiraz Restaurant, Taman Megah, Petaling Jaya.
Culture Heritage
Penduduk di Selangor terdiri daripada pelbagai kaum iaitu seperti kaum Melayu, China dan India. Kepelbagaian kaum ini sudah pasti akan menghasil budaya yang pelbagai dan unik. Kebudayaan ini meliputi dari segi tarian tradisional, permainan tradisional, pakaian tradisional, alat muzik tradisional dan lain-lain lagi yang mengambarkan cara hidup sesuatu masyarakat.
Places Of Interest
State Mosque
The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque is one of the most beautiful building in the country. Frequently referred to as the "Blue Mosque" its minarets are the tallest in the world at 142.3 metres. Its graceful blue dome is one of the largest of its kind. Decorative Islamic calligraphy enhances the dome and main prayer hall, while the overall architecture integrates ethnic Malay design elements.
Shah Alam Gallery
Situated at the Shah Alam Lake Gardens, the Shah Alam Gallery exhibits a wide collection of art, local handicraft and fabrics for viewing and sale.
Sultan Alam Shah Museum
This blue-roofed State Museum in traditional Selangor architecture houses some of the finest displays in the country, providing visitors with an eye-opening look at the history, culture and heritage of Selangor.
State Monument
Located adjacent to the State Secretariat Building is the serene and lovely State Monument with a sweeping arch, reflecting pools and gold inscriptions on grey granite . it is a favourite location for shutterbugs and tourist because of its picturesque setting.
Shah Alam Sport Complex
Awarded the 1996 Best Sport Alam Sport Complex features one of the largest and most dynamic sports and entertaiment complex in south East Asia. State of the art facilities and a professional management team ensures that all event held here will be successful. SASC comprises the 70,000 seats Shah Alam stadium,an adjacent warm-up track and training field , a 12,000 capacity air-conditional indoor stadium, and an Olypic standard swimming and diving centre.
Shah Alam Lake Gardens
Site of many annual events, the Shah Alam Lake that graces the city centre is surrounded by landscaped gardens. A culture centre called Laman Budaya, the Wet World Water Park and the Shah Alam Gallery are within this area. Picnic and children's playground areas dot the well-kept parkland.
Kota Darul Ehsan
Erected to mark the sacrifice by the Sultan of Selangor in ceding Kuala Lumpur to the Federal Government, this magnificent arch incorporates exquisite Moorish architecture with traditional Malay elements. Flanked by ancient Selangor cannons, Kota Darul Ehsan straddles the Federal Highways as it crosses the state border with Kuala Lumpur.
Orang Asli Museum
Situated at km 24, Jalan Gombak, visitors can have an insightful glimpse into the lifestyle and culture of Selangor's "Original People" or orang asli, that is fast disappearing with development and modernisation. It has a vast collection of tribal heritage such as blowpipes, spears, porcelain and ancestral figurines.
Batu Caves
Located 15 km north of Kuala Lumpur Batu Caves is the most popular tourist destination in Selangor. It consists of the three big caves and the main temple cave, which features ornate. Hindu shrines and has a ceiling loomin over 100 metres overhead. To reach it one has to climb s steep flight of 272 steps, a feat performed by as many as 100,000 devotees during the annual Thaipusam festival.
National Zoo
The National Zoo in Hulu Klang has a fascinating animal collection from all over the world, as well as an impressive aquarium and aviary. It is considered one of the most interesting zoos in South East Asia, with large grounds for picnic, enormous lake for 'swan boating' and train rides around the zoo.
Carey Island
Located just off the mainland, Carey Island is well-known for the orang asli community known as the Mah Meri. They have assimilated into life with jobs in the nearby plantations and farms. However, they have retained the unique culture and way of life. Apart from exhibitions of the traditional dances and music, Mah Meri are particularly known for their votive sculptures, fashioned from a kind of a swamp hardwood called "nyirih batu".
Historic Jugra
Once the seat of ancient kings, the placid town of Jugra has several fascinating historic buildings. The intriguing Istana Bandar ( Bandar Palace), built in 1905, features exquisite woodcarvings by the late Sultan Alauddin, reminiscent of the previous century. The Sultan Alauddin Mosque, next to Istana Bandar, was erected in 1932, but its classical Mosque, next to Istana Bandar, was erected in 1932, but its classical Moorish architecture has given it timeless, mystical look. The Royal Mausoleum, the Jugra Lighthouse and the ruins of the legend shrouded Istana Jugra are also well worth a visit.
Bukit Malawati, Kuala Selangor
This landscaped hill of
The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque is one of the most beautiful building in the country. Frequently referred to as the "Blue Mosque" its minarets are the tallest in the world at 142.3 metres. Its graceful blue dome is one of the largest of its kind. Decorative Islamic calligraphy enhances the dome and main prayer hall, while the overall architecture integrates ethnic Malay design elements.
Shah Alam Gallery
Situated at the Shah Alam Lake Gardens, the Shah Alam Gallery exhibits a wide collection of art, local handicraft and fabrics for viewing and sale.
Sultan Alam Shah Museum
This blue-roofed State Museum in traditional Selangor architecture houses some of the finest displays in the country, providing visitors with an eye-opening look at the history, culture and heritage of Selangor.
State Monument
Located adjacent to the State Secretariat Building is the serene and lovely State Monument with a sweeping arch, reflecting pools and gold inscriptions on grey granite . it is a favourite location for shutterbugs and tourist because of its picturesque setting.
Shah Alam Sport Complex
Awarded the 1996 Best Sport Alam Sport Complex features one of the largest and most dynamic sports and entertaiment complex in south East Asia. State of the art facilities and a professional management team ensures that all event held here will be successful. SASC comprises the 70,000 seats Shah Alam stadium,an adjacent warm-up track and training field , a 12,000 capacity air-conditional indoor stadium, and an Olypic standard swimming and diving centre.
Shah Alam Lake Gardens
Site of many annual events, the Shah Alam Lake that graces the city centre is surrounded by landscaped gardens. A culture centre called Laman Budaya, the Wet World Water Park and the Shah Alam Gallery are within this area. Picnic and children's playground areas dot the well-kept parkland.
Kota Darul Ehsan
Erected to mark the sacrifice by the Sultan of Selangor in ceding Kuala Lumpur to the Federal Government, this magnificent arch incorporates exquisite Moorish architecture with traditional Malay elements. Flanked by ancient Selangor cannons, Kota Darul Ehsan straddles the Federal Highways as it crosses the state border with Kuala Lumpur.
Orang Asli Museum
Situated at km 24, Jalan Gombak, visitors can have an insightful glimpse into the lifestyle and culture of Selangor's "Original People" or orang asli, that is fast disappearing with development and modernisation. It has a vast collection of tribal heritage such as blowpipes, spears, porcelain and ancestral figurines.
Batu Caves
Located 15 km north of Kuala Lumpur Batu Caves is the most popular tourist destination in Selangor. It consists of the three big caves and the main temple cave, which features ornate. Hindu shrines and has a ceiling loomin over 100 metres overhead. To reach it one has to climb s steep flight of 272 steps, a feat performed by as many as 100,000 devotees during the annual Thaipusam festival.
National Zoo
The National Zoo in Hulu Klang has a fascinating animal collection from all over the world, as well as an impressive aquarium and aviary. It is considered one of the most interesting zoos in South East Asia, with large grounds for picnic, enormous lake for 'swan boating' and train rides around the zoo.
Carey Island
Located just off the mainland, Carey Island is well-known for the orang asli community known as the Mah Meri. They have assimilated into life with jobs in the nearby plantations and farms. However, they have retained the unique culture and way of life. Apart from exhibitions of the traditional dances and music, Mah Meri are particularly known for their votive sculptures, fashioned from a kind of a swamp hardwood called "nyirih batu".
Historic Jugra
Once the seat of ancient kings, the placid town of Jugra has several fascinating historic buildings. The intriguing Istana Bandar ( Bandar Palace), built in 1905, features exquisite woodcarvings by the late Sultan Alauddin, reminiscent of the previous century. The Sultan Alauddin Mosque, next to Istana Bandar, was erected in 1932, but its classical Mosque, next to Istana Bandar, was erected in 1932, but its classical Moorish architecture has given it timeless, mystical look. The Royal Mausoleum, the Jugra Lighthouse and the ruins of the legend shrouded Istana Jugra are also well worth a visit.
Bukit Malawati, Kuala Selangor
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