Exploring Malaysia 
Rich in art, culture and history, Selangor boasts of modern architecture alongside traditional Malay buildings, creating a visually delightful blend of cityscapes. The people are similarly a unique blend of cultures adding to the diversity of the state. Selangor is currently the richest, most industrialized and most urbanized of all the Malaysian states as reflected in its rapid development. Nevertheless Selangor still retains its natural beauty, historical influences and wide cultural diversity which make it a unique destination for visitors. Geography
Selangor is on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, bordered by Perak to the north, Pahang to the east, Negri Sembilan to the south and the Straits of Malacca to the west. It surrounds the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. The state has nine administrative districts: Sabak Bernam, Kuala Selangor, Hulu Selangor, Klang, Shah Alam, Kuala Langat, Sepang, Gombak and Hulu Langat. The state capital is Shah Alam and the royal capital is Klang town. Petaling Jaya, another major urban centre, was declared a city on 20 June 2006. Hence, Selangor is one of the few Malaysian states hosting more than one city.
Selangor is internationally accessible through Port Klang and the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) located in Sepang. The North-South Highway provides convenient access to Selangor from Thailand, Singapore and all parts of the peninsula. 
Bukit Melawati (Melawati Hill) Melawati Hill located in the coastal town of Kuala Selangor, is a popular historical site. In the late 18th Century, the second Sultan of Selangor had a fortress constructed here to protect the state from intruders as the hill provided a vantage point to monitor ships in the Straits of Malacca. All that remains of the fort now are its cannons, its original foundation...
Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam, commonly referred to as the 'Blue Mosque', is an arresting sight. It boasts of having among the tallest minarets in the world, while decorative Islamic calligraphy dominates the edges surrounding the dome and main prayer hall, and its interior architecture exhibits ethnic Malay design elements. The...
Shah Alam Lake Garden The Gardens with its large man-made lake and lovely landscaped gardens is a pleasant place for a late-afternoon walks or jogging and for families and children to enjoy the cool evening air. 
Beach Bagan Lallang Beach Just 30 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the Bagan Lallang Beach. It offers horseback riding and a wonderful view of the sunset, among other activities. Tall, shady pine trees provide plenty of shade for campers and picnickers. Bagan Lallang is also popular for its fresh seafood and several restaurants near t...
Agro-Tourism Agro Forestry Park The Agro Forestry Park, a part of the Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam Agricultural Park, is the only agro forestry park in the region. Located in Rantau Panjang, Rawang it covers over 1,000 ha. You can hike and trek through the quiet shady forest or visit the variety of gardens in the park. Paddy and mushroom gardens feature how th...
Batu Caves 13km north of Kuala Lumpur you find the magnificent caves known as ‘Batu Caves’. The best known and most visited of the caves is the Temple or Cathedral Cave which houses a Hindu Shrine. Around late January every year it is the venue of an unforgettable experience as thousands of devotees and curious onlookers gather to witness the spectacle of penance or sacrifice during the Hindu ...
Selangor Homestay The villages of Banghuris, Dorani and Sungai Sireh are among the more popular destinations for homestay experiences in the state. These villages allow visitors to experience traditional Malay village lifestyle and culture. The villagers in these villages are warm, friendly and hospitable and visitors are given the chance to learn firsthand, the culture and t...
Theme Parks Selangor is home to two of Malaysia’s largest and most famous theme parks — Sunway Lagoon in Bandar Sunway and Mines Wonderland in Seri Kembangan. Both theme parks offer unlimited excitement and thrills and spills, which include fun water activities, virtual experiences, games, adventures and rides. Other smaller theme parks in Selangor are the Kajang Water Th...
F1 Sepang Circuit The world-renowned F1 Sepang Circuit is known as one of the most demanding. The sophisticated 5.4-km track, with sweeping corners and wide super fast straights, test drivers’ skills and thrills the fans. Diehard motor sports enthusiasts from around the world flood the circuit annually to catch a glimpse of their racing idols and to get a first hand experience of the roaring exc...
Thaipusam Festival at Batu Caves This day of penance and thanksgiving by Hindu devotees, held in honour of the deity Lord Subramaniam, is celebrated with great pomp and ceremony in Selangor. The Batu Caves temple in Selangor is the destination of the jewelled chariot led by the mass procession of devotees and curious onlookers. The sight of thousands of devotees carrying the ...
Shopping Selangor is definitely a shopper’s paradise. It caters for all kinds of pockets, styles and preferences. Its retail range begins from exclusive high-end products to great bargains. From night markets selling all kinds of merchandise, to giant regional shopping centres, Selangor has it all. Sunway Pyramid, The Mines Shopping Fair, 1-Utama, Ikano Power ...
