Klang

Klang (also known as Kelang) is the royal capital of Selangor, Malaysia. A popular harbour called Port Klang is located there. It is one of the busiest ports in the world.

History

• 1867 - 1874 Klang War
• 1880 - 1889 Klang became the capital of Selangor.
• 1945 - Klang Town Authority formed.
• 1954 - Klang Town Council formed (27.5 km²)
• 1971 - Klang District Council formed, including areas surrounding Kapar and Meru towns.
• 1974 - 1977 - Capital of Selangor when Kuala Lumpur became a Federal Territory and before Shah Alam was made the capital of Selangor.
• 1977 - Klang Municipal Council formed (60.9 km²)

Weather

In Klang, it rains all year round. The monthly rainfall is slightly higher here in April and November. It might be because of the monsoon season.

The average temperature in Klang is around 25°C to 36°C (77°F to 96.8°F). There is no distinct seasonal difference in temperature in the town. Klang is hot and humid throughout the year.

Districts

There are two districts in Klang, Klang North and Klang South. Both are divided by a river called the Klang River.

Famous Local Food

Klang is famous for its Bak Kut Teh, a herbal soup which contains pork. Klang is also famous for its Rojak Klang.

Another popular delicacy here is the "Cendol Klang". The stall was opened in 1972.

Other websites

• Klang Municipal Council website
• ODP's Klang category Archived 2004-09-05 at the Wayback Machine
• Klang travel guide at Wikivoyage
• Klang Community eSpace Forum
• Port Klang Free Trade Zone
• Klang North Port