Klang

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Klang, also spelled Kelang, is the royal town of Selangor, on the West Coast (Malaysia) | west coast of peninsular Malaysia before Shah Alam.

Klang Halal Travel Guide

Klang JalanStesen - Jalan Stesen, central Klang

The town is named after the Klang River, which cuts the town in half, and sits at the western end of the Klang Valley.

Travel to Klang

By car

There are 3 major highways linking to Klang. The North Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) links the Bukit Raja toll plaza in Klang to the North-South Highway. Visitors from Shah Alam, Subang, Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur can use the Federal Highway to reach Klang. Visitors can also use the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS highway) to reach Klang South. Alternatively, Klang is also accessible via coastal roads from Banting and Sepang (south) or Kuala Selangor and Sabak Bernam (north).

By Rail

Klang's train station is located at Jalan Stesen in the part of town south of the Klang River. KTM Komuter, Klang Valley's commuter train network, connects Klang directly with Kuala Lumpur (RM3.60, 50 minutes) and Port Klang (RM1.00, 20 minutes).

Travel on a Bus in Klang

The Klang bus and taxi terminal has been moved to Klang Sentral, which is about 8 kilometers away from the town centre.

Buses to and from Kuala Lumpur, Port Klang, Kuala Selangor, Banting and other destinations have been operating out of Klang Sentral since 2008. As Klang Sentral is far away from the town centre and the Klang Municipal Council (MPK) has established five bus pick-up points around the town.

  • Transnasional and Cityliner buses operate between Klang and Kuala Lumpur as well as Port Klang. The No. 710 goes to Kuala Lumpur while No. 126 goes to Port Klang.
  • Rapid KL buses operate between Klang, Kuala Lumpur (from KL Sentral and Central Market) and Sunway Pyramid in Petaling Jaya. Wawasan Sutera and Metrobus also operate frequent services to Kuala Lumpur.
  • KMK Express, offering various route from Klang to different destination in Malaysia. The company has a fleet of 15 buses.

Other operators include Ardent Link and various shuttle van companies.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Klang

Klang is not by the sea. However and there are boats between Indonesia (Dumai and Tanjung Balai Asahan) and Port Klang which is 8 kilometers away. Star Cruises terminal is at Pulau Indah in Port Klang.

How to get around in Klang

Generally it is more convenient to drive around Klang as public transportation is limited. Taxis are available for hire outside the train station at Jalan Stesen. In Klang, getting a metered taxi is not convenient - expect to pay RM10-15 per taxi ride.

What to see in Klang

Most travel brochures do not list Klang as one of the "must visit" places in the Klang Valley as it has no architecture wonders like those of Kuala Lumpur nor the natural attractions of Kuala Selangor. Klang is more widely known for its mouth-watering dishes instead of its sights.

However, in the town (where bloody civil wars were fought and tin was traded in the past), Klang offers some sites and buildings that are of historical value.

  • Tugu Keris - Kris Monument | A towering silver Keris (the (Malay) crooked dagger) welcomes visitors who come to Klang via the Federal Highway. It can be seen on the left hand side of the highway as you pass the Sungai Rasau toll plaza. The monument was erected to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of the Sultan of Selangor's intallation in 1985. The Keris was chosen since it depicts power, strength and unity.

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  • Kota Raja Mahadi - Raja Mahadi Fort | The fort, or what remains of it, is situated at Bukit Kota in Klang. The fort was built by Raja Mahadi as a defensive fortification against Raja Abdullah (his rival in a power struggle for the control of Klang neighborhood). The fort was used as a vantage point to look out for enemy ships that sailed through to Pangkalan Batu. Later on and the fort fell into the hands of Tengku Kudin who was sent by the Sultan of Selangor to take revenge on Raja Mahadi because the latter failed to pay his dues to the Sultan. The bloody battle lasted six months and ended with the retreat of Raja Mahadi. These days and the fort serves as an impressive landmark next to the Klang Municipal Hall.
  • Royal Palace - The Sultan of Selangor's royal palace can be viewed at Jalan Istana. However, visitors are not allowed into the grounds.
  • Pulau Ketam - Crab Island | Go sightseeing to this island located around 30 minutes boat ride from the Klang Jetty (accessible via KTM; stop at Port Klang station). Pay a small fee for the speed boat ride. On the island, you can see a self sustaining island with a school,bank,fire station, police station etc, mostly inhabited by the Chinese.Used to be a smuggling center,it now produces small food items like dried squid or fish paste. Seafood can also be found fresh from here as the people here mostly work as fishermen. A half day trip to see the simple life of the local residents.
  • Little India | Klang's Little India is known for being the largest one in Malaysia, and it is full of shops which sell traditional South Indian food and clothing. Tamil songs can often be heard coming from the shops. Perhaps the most atmospheric part of town.
  • Galeri Diraja Sultan Abdul Aziz - Sultan Abdul Aziz Royal Gallery

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Klang

Go fishing at Port Klang. Its free and convenient. Just don't mind the smell.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Klang

Little India

The Little India enclave along Jalan Tengku Kelana, Klang is the biggest Indian street in Malaysia. Fierce competition among shop owners translate into cheaper prices for consumers, and people are literally spoilt for choice amidst the rows of shops on the left and right sides of the road, with stalls spilling onto the sidewalks and backlanes. Myriads of items such as saris, colorful accessories such as bangles and necklaces, textiles, stainless steel pots, Indian delicacies, Gold and flowers are sold here.

During Deepavali and the street is transformed into a colorful spectacle of light and sound befitting the "festival of light". Most shop owners swimmingpool their resources together to decorate the street and the walkways of their shops. The street will be decorated weeks before the actual festival. The atmosphere is electrifying and traffic will be clogged up as thousands of people make their way from as far as Singapore to make their purchases. Some shop owners will also invite shoppers into their shops to sample delicacies and to celebrate the festival together.

It is easy to be caught up in the throngs of people walking in the narrow walkways, but a little awareness and precaution should be trainingd for your own safety. Police patrol the street during the festive season to avoid unwanted incidents and to control traffic flow. Moreover and the Klang main police headquarters is just a stone's throw away from the street. So this area is very safe for tourists.

Parking in this area is very limited, so it is advisable to take public transport to Little India. The bus station is located at the beginning (or the end to some people) of the street. Take the Metrobus from the junction facing Pasar Seni, Kuala Lumpur, This bus goes all the way to the Klang bus station. Alternatively, you can take the train from KL Sentral and alight at Klang station. Indian Street is only ten minutes away from the train station.

Shopping centres

Klang City Plaza - Klang City Plaza Shaw Centrepoint - Shaw Centrepoint

  • AEON Bukit Tinggi Shopping Centre - (JUSCO Bukit Tinggi), Bandar Bukit Tinggi | Over a million square feet of shopping area and over 160 specialty stores, including a 10-screen cinema.
  • Bukit Raja Shopping Centre - Bukit Raja Shopping Centre is more commonly known among local residents as JJ, an acronym for its anchor tenant, Jaya Jusco. One of the more popular hangout places for families and youngsters alike, Bukit Raja Shopping Centre also has the ultra modern TGV cinemas, showcasing the latest international and local films. Another unique feature is the large number of vehicle accessory shops, with an entire floor dedicated to the sale of a wide range of parts, accessories and sound systems that cater to vehicle enthusiasts.
  • GM Klang Wholesale City - More than 300 wholesale shops with variety of products such like fashion apparels, Muslimah apparels, baby & kids wear, ladies accessories, luggage & bags, home decorations, IT & H/P accessories, educational materials, hardware, toys, gifts & souveniers, kitchenware, office equipments and many many more.
  • Klang Parade - Klang Parade is one of the major shopping complexes in Klang with Parkson Grand departmental store and Giant Hypermarket as its anchor tenants. Locals shortened the name to KP and it caters mainly to residents of the nearby neighbourhood as well as the industrial zone workers of Meru. It has a bowling alley and karaoke centre.
  • Shaw Centrepoint | Jalan Raja Hassan, in the centre of the city, Shaw Centrepoint is 10 minutes away from the main bus station. Lotus Cineplex has 4 screens.
  • Centro Mall - Next to the Federal Highway. Centro Mall houses Klang's Citibank Branch, a large gym, Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.), Modestos and a few shops inside. A high-end Chinese restaurant is in the mall.
  • Klang City Plaza, located at in the town of Klang near Shaw Centrepoint. However, much of the building is deserted and not much tenancy.
  • Aeon Big Klang - Jalan Kapar Large hypermarket that caters mostly to the local residents staying near Meru, Kapar and Klang Utama which was Carrefour earlier.
  • Tesco Hypermarket, Bandar Bukit Tinggi.
  • Giant Hypermarket, Bandar Bukit Tinggi
  • Tesco Hypermarket, Taman Setia Alam at a new residential area, Bandar Setia Alam. Large hypermarket that houses few local restaurants with a KFC. With a McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant), KFC and Pizzas Hut drive-throughs nearby.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Seafood

One of the best kept secrets of Klang and the seafood in Telok Gong, Klang is arguably the best in the Central region, if not the whole country. Tucked in the obscure vicinity within Pulau Indah, Telok Gong is only reachable by vehicle or taxi as no other forms of public transportation make their way to this former coconut plantation. This does not deter clients who come from as far afield as Johor Bahru and Singapore to sample the fresh and tasty seafood delicacies.

Some of the signature dishes include Wong Kam Crab (crab cooked with duck egg yolk) and Marmite Crab. Singaporeans may disagree with this, but 'apart from that the next best Chilli Crab is available here. Bamboo, or razor clams and any dishes with prawns are generally very good as well.

Along with the seafood offerings, a must try is the toddy, or fermented coconut juice. It is an drink with a slightly sweet flavor. Not everyone's cup of tea (or Cola). In certain instances, mixing a glass of toddy with a little bit of Guinness, seems to appeal to some. An acquired taste.

There are rows of seafood restaurants at this premier seafood destination, but most local residents swear by:

  • Coconut Flower Seafood Restaurant, 702, Jalan Udang Galah, Kampong Teluk Gong.
  • Cheong Foh Cafe (pronounced as Cheong Ho in Hokkien), a stone throw away from Klang Cendol. Famous with their aromatic coffee and nice and tasty toasted bread. A must try for coffee lovers.
  • Klang Cendol, opposite the former wet market (which has since been relocated to Jalan Meru). The business started out with cendol being sold on a tricycle, before progressing to a van, and finally to its current establishment. Besides cendol and the shop also sells rojak (Malaysian fruit salad) of good quality.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Klang is easily covered in a half-day trip from Kuala Lumpur, but you can find some good hotels including:

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