Did you know? Part 3

Did you know that you can go fishing, trekking, cycling or even "skytrekking" in a natural green park and jungle surroundings within Shah Alam?

This place used to be called Taman Pertanian Shah Alam or Taman Bukit Cerakah but it is now officially called "Taman Botani Negara" or National Botanical Park".

Have a look and what it has to offer:

Fishing, anyone?

Walking at landscaped park and atop a viewing tower

Hours of natural photography?

Skytrex - a great experiemce for both adults and kids!

Cycling around the park

Lots of open and wide green spaces including a large paddy field!

Look out for the birdlife too...

Lots of trees!

Nice and green

Lots of options

For more info about this botanical park you may visit  
http://www.malaysiavacationguide.com/shahalam.html

or

http://www.tbnsa.gov.my/web/guest/home

5 BIG Reasons why you should stay in Shah Alam

1) Relatively affordable properties

Shah Alam still offers good properties at reasonable prices compared to places such as say, Subang or Bandar Utama. There are numerous options in places within Section 13, Section 9 and Bukit Jelutong for instance...newly build condos, established neighbourhoods such as Bukit Jelutong to high end developments such as Laman Seri (from the reputable Naza TTDI developer). You can still find properties for sale or rental at competitive rates compared to areas in PJ, KL or even Subang Jaya.  

2) Greenery and healthy open spaces

Shah Alam is also called the "Orchid City" and is home to some fantastic development and landscaping.From the Shah Alam lake which is one of the greenest park around, to Bukit Cahaya (or Bukit Cerakah) park, landscaped trees along Section 13 and Section 9 there are wonderful living spaces. Bukit Jeluting has come to be a haven for those seeking greenery and open spaces. Try finding another development with similar space in Klang Valley and you will be hardpressed!

3) Less congestion

Shah Alam does not have the notorious traffic of Subang Jaya or narrow roads of Klang...in fact the traffic here is indeed still reasonable and with good and well maintained roads..

4) Comprehensive facilities and infrastructure

Shah Alam boasts of many facilities such as medical centres, sports facilities and educational institutions nearby.
And with its proximity to Subang Jaya and Sunway, you can even send your kids to private colleges such as Taylors, Inti  or Sunway Monash within a 20 minutes drive!

SJMC is 15 minutes away

Concorde Shah Alam Seksyen 9

Aerial View on Shah Alam Blue Mosque and surroundings

5) Accesible to major highways and strategic locations

Did you know that you can acess the NKVE, KESAS, Guthrie or Federal Highways all within reasonable distance at Shah Alam?
You also are just about 30 minutes away from Putrajaya and 40 minutes from KLIA without any traffic congestion! Shah Alam is also nearby to Subang Jaya, PJ, Danansara or Klang all within 20 to 25 minutes drive. Even driving to KL city is about 25 to 30 minutes away if you take the NKVE highway. If you feel like it you can take a lesiurely drive to Kuala Selangor which is about 35 minutes away! Talk about accessibility and convenience!

 

Guthrie highway (Near NKVE interchange/Bukit Jelutiing)

 

Did you know - Part 2

Did you know there is an Aquatic centre at Shah Alam which has OLYMPIC SIZED swimming pools?

Entrance fees are almost FREE!

The centre offers swimming classes, synchronised swimmig, diving and water polo activities and classes..

The wonders of Shah Alam!

A green haven in Shah Alam (just 5 minutes away from Giant Shah Alam)

Green walks

Would you consider living amongst such greenery?





Well  believe it or not, this place is just 5 minutes away to access the Federal Highway,  Guthrie expresssway, NKVE or KESAS!














 Sound of water fountains at your doorstep...

Infinity swiiming pool and jacuzzi

Tennis courts amidst the greens

 Like what you see?


 Check out this place further at www.srialamresort.blogspot.com

 

Shopping in Shah Alam

Shopping is of course one of the Malaysians' favourite pastime! So without a doubt, that's one of the considerations if you choose to stay in Shah Alam.

Here are just a selection of Shopping Malls within Shah Alam and vicinity.
All these are within 5 to 20 minutes away...



Hypermarkets in Shah Alam and nearby

Shopping Malls within Shah Alam

Some of the more popular and unique malls around Shah Alam are SACC Mall which has a good mix of outlets such as British India, MPH, eateries, etc.
Plaza Shah Alam also has some nice little outlets and eateries such as Famous Thai, Nyonya restaurant, a Starbucks, and even the famous Pelita Nasi Kandar!

SACC Mall

Plaza Shah Alam

Shopping at nearby Subang Jaya

Sunway Pyramid is one of the most interesting shopping experiences in Malaysia as it is a totally integrated shapping haven with adjoinig hotels, water parks and facilities such as cinema, bowling, ice skating, archery and many more..

Subang Parade is another more quieter but no less fun and complete shopping experience with Parkson as anchor tenant, great eateries, gyms, a little cinema and more..

Sunway Pyramid

Subang Parade

 

One of the latest additions near to Shah Alam is of course the Empire Gallery which has some fantastic branded outlets, great eateries (La Bodega, Ole Ole Bali, The Loaf, Belanga, Chillis, Itallianies, etc.etc) and departmental store such as Tangs!

Sporty Shah Alam - Part 1

Shah Alam is considered one the best places to live in if you love sports and outdoor games!

Here are some reasons why...


1) Stadium Shah Alam and Malawati Indoor Stadium vicinity

This is the place for football matches, badminton matches,tennis matches and even live concerts. Michael Buble performed at the Malawati stadium. So did tennis legends Ivan Lendl and John McEnroe!

If you are a Selangor state football team fan, this is the home stadium!

Besides watching you can also participate at the outdoor field besides the stadium with evening football matches or participating in the football festivals for kids there...

3) Go Karting

If you love motor sports, this is probably the nearest around Klang Valley for some action...Go Karting is where many great F1 drivers started and you can enjoy the activity yourself or with your loved ones and kids...location: Just beside the Main outdoor stadium area...

4) Extreme Park
 This is the place for rock climbing, futsa, skatboarding and even bmx cycling!
 Besides that, the park has a KFC, Pizza Hut and Burger King fast food joints to boot...

 5) Golf clubs
Try Kelab Golf Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (KGSAAS) for Night golfing, Saujana Golf Club for great course of Malaysian Open standards.., Bukit Jelutong Golf club, Monterez Golf club, Kota Permai, Glenmaire, etc... the list of clubs are endless...

Did you know...? Part 1

Interior view

Does this look like the latest Shopping mall?
Does this look like the Philharmonic Orchestra building? Guess what - this is Shah Alam's latest library!

It's located at Section 13, Shah Alam within the premises of Kelab Golf Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (KGSAAS).

Besides a modern and classy interior, it has a wonderful view of a lake.


Here are some other pictures..

The outside cafe and activity area....

This is the exterior view... (with our kids as models... :)  )

Oh yes, the books selection are quite decent and you can borrow the book for up to 3 weeks!
No joining fees and membership is practically FREE!





Here are some more interior photos below...

Adults reading space

Kids reading space

Kids section.. reading tree?

LCD TV lounge at each floor

Wonderful lake view from interior

It's open for public and especially convenient for Shah Alam residents!