PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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State Secretariat Building
On the landscaped hill overlooking Shah Alam town centre is the
towering 24-storey Bangunan Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah,
built with elements of traditional Bugis design. It houses the
State Secretariat and administrative offices of the state
governemnt in attractive, scenic surroundings. |
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Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah
Mosque
A trip to Shah Alam, the State Capital of Selangor, is never
complete without a visit to the Sultan Sallahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah
State mosque.
Standing majestically on about 36 acres of beautiful scenic
landscaped gardens and parkland, it is the largest mosque in the
country. Incorporating the finest and unique blend of ethnic Malay
and traditional Islamic architecture, the ‘Blue Mosque’
as it is often referred to, is dominated by the shimmering stately
blue aluminium dome which is one of the largest in the world. The
dome is capped with a rosette of quranic verses and enhanced with
decorative Islamic calligraphy. Four minarets towering 142.3 metres
surround the specially computer designed dome creating a truly
spectacular and magnificent sight .
Certainly a place not to be missed!
Operating hours :
Weekdays (except Fri) :
8.00 am - 12.00 pm
2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
Fri : 3.00 pm - 4.30 pm
Pesiaran Masjid,
40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
Tel : 03-559 9977 / 559 9988
Fax : 03-550 1317 |
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 Sultan Sulaiman Mosque
The stately Sultan Sulaiman Mosque in klang is a classic of islamic
architecture, blending colonial and asian features for a unique and
memorable image. It was presented by the british colonial
administration to sultan sulaiman in the 19th
century. |
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 Sungai Batangsi
Waterfalls
This three-tiered waterfall in Hulu Langat district is great for
picnic and trekking.Once in this lush green rainforest, there is
nothing quite like the mesmerizing soundof rushing waters of this
waterfall. Visitors may choose to walk along the paths uphillor
trek in the water which takes approximately 40 minutes. Be prepared
to get wet and take extra precaution to avoid slippery rocks.
Operating hours:Open daily
Pejabat Daerah Hulu Langat,
Kompleks Pentadbiran Daerah,
Seksyen 9,
43650 Bandar Baru Bangi,
Hulu Langat,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-825 1992
Fax : 03-825 2137 |
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 Sungai Congkak Recreational
Forest
Cool, crystal-clear water, roaring rapids and cascading river are
the highlights of Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest in the hulu
langat district. Located in the sungai lalang forest reserve, it
offers colourful profusion of rich tropical forests with a wide
spectrum of flora and fauna. in this recreational forest, visitors
can simply relax and absorb the peacefulsurroundings with their
family and friends. It is simply an excellent retreat from the
hustle and bustle of city life. Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest
offers good public facilities forcamping, picnicking and swimming.
Chalets are also available for rent. Operating hours: open
daily
Jabatan Perhutanan Selangor,
Tingkat 4 Bangunan Sultan Salahuddin
Abdul Aziz Shah,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-559 1957
Fax : 03-550 2358 |
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 Sungai Dusun Rhino Conservation
Centre
Located in sungai dusun, hulu Selangor, this unique rhinocerous
conservation centre is managed by the department of wildlife and
national parks malaysia. several programs are undertaken here to
breed the sumatran rhino (dicerorhinos sumatrensis), which is a
species protected by law throughout malaysia. This type of
rhinocerous is the smallest of the five living rhinocerous in the
world today, and it is one of the rarest and endangered species of
large mammals. It is also the oldest rhinocerous in evolutionary
terms. In appearance, it has a hairy coat and hairy ears. Operating
hours : daily : 8.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Jabatan Perhilitan Selangor,
Tingkat 3, Bangunan Sultan Salahuddin,
Abdul Aziz Shah,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-559 3915
Fax : 03-550 1830 |
