About Selangor

The State of Selangor is a land blessed with diversity in cultures and traditions, languages, historical pieces and arts, and a wide delightful gastronomy selection. As the most developed State in Malaysia, Selangor houses the largest seaport and airport in Malaysia and holds a plethora of the finest infrastructure and communications facilities- which are among the best in the region.

Situated on the west coast of the Peninsular, Selangor is bordered by Perak, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan and the Straits of Malacca. Covering an area of 8,000 sq. km, it completely surrounds the capital Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. Main entry points into Malaysia via Selangor by air are the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA2. The country’s largest port, Port Klang is the main hub for trade and logistics.

The State places substantial emphasis on tertiary education with a large number of both public and private institutions of higher learning to support the notion. Located on the west coast of Peninsula Malaysia, the State of Selangor occupies close to 125,000 sq. km of land. Outside its cities, Selangor is adorned with lush greens that vary with the landscape and topography – from the coastal mangroves and verdant tropical rainforest right down to the charming fishing villages that pave the coastline, such as Sekinchan, Tanjung Sepat, Pulau Carey and Pulau Ketam. These fishing villages provide a unique homestay experience, especially for those who love fishing.

Places of Interest

To top it off, Selangor offers fascinating views and scenic destinations for picture-perfect moments. From mountains, beaches, waterfalls, to mesmerizing city lights emitted from skyscrapers- Selangor acquires just the right city-versus-nature balance. Visitors would enjoy the contrast of the urban concrete jungle of Kuala Lumpur, where all roads lead to Selangor and its many natural wonders.

To name a few, Kampung Kuantan is famed for its river cruising with the traditional sampan that enables visitors to witness thousands of mating lit and blinking fireflies; and the Sky Mirror in Kuala Selangor holds a magical natural phenomenon where an island will emerge only on certain days in a month which reflects the sky, creating a mesmerizing clear reflection- perfect for photography.

The great Titiwangsa Range runs across Selangor. Should visitors be inclined to trek up the many hills and mountains here, they will discover that each attraction features a unique personality that is simply thrilling. For instance, Gunung Nuang is known for its rugged terrain and challenging trails and dubbed as having a more challenging hiking trail than Gunung Kinabalu. This will simply excite extreme climbers. The many waterfalls in Ulu Langat, Ulu Yam, and Rawang, as well as the Broga Hill,  allow city-dwellers to connect with nature, for a refreshing turn from the tech-driven social life.

The multicultural heritage in the country is richly celebrated in the State all year round. Depending on the time of the year, visitors are warmly-welcome to be a part of festive celebrations such as Eid, Chinese New Year, Thaipusam and Deepavali. The celebrations do not limit to exquisite cuisines, as the arts, crafts, decorations and the culture of open houses will pave the way for visitors to acquire an outlook on the country’s unique multi-cultural identity.