Other attractions

If you have time on your hands you should visit Bukit Malawati earlier and take your time to visit the various attractions up on the hill. Most tourists go there just for the monkeys and they tend to miss out on the rich history of the people who lived there in the early days.

Entrance is free and they are opened daily from 9am - 4.30pm. (Opening times may change)

There are 2 forts built on the hill, the largest being Fort Altingsberg. Originally the fort was built by Sultan Ibrahim of Selangor in the late 18th century to defend the coastline from intruders. However, it turned out to be a futile effort for the royal family as they were easily overpowered by the Dutch navy with their superior tactics and firepower. But in building Fort Bukit Malawati The Sultan left a rich legacy as the Dutch after taking over the fort renamed it and used it for their home until Malaya was colonized by the British.


Other attractions include:-

• Foundation stones
• Poisoned well
• Colonial houses
• Lighthouse
• Royal Mausoleum
• Viewing tower
• Museum
• 200 yr old angsana trees