Rawang is known for Templer’s Park, tranquillity, affordable property and questionable access roads.

Rawang is a small town located within the district of Gombak and is at least half an hour away from the city of Kuala Lumpur, depending on the time of day. The Rawang Bypass, launched in 2017, is a 9km toll-free highway famed as one of the tallest highway structures in Asia, makes that possible. The old trunk road is an alternative for those with time on their hands and preferring the scenic route.

Rawang was one of the first satellite towns in Malaysia, and was initially a tin mining town and was the first town in Malaya to use electric pumps for tin mining. In 1894, Rawang town received a private supply of electric street lights making it one of the first towns in Malaysia to be electrified. It was also the first town to simultaneously produce agricultural, natural produce and cement output.

Property in Rawang is generally on the affordable side which explains the increase in traffic and homes built. The last 5 years has seen many new developments in Rawang, offering property types to suit all budgets. For those looking at their first home or planning to upscale, there are plenty of new developments available here to choose from. Property developers like Gamuda and Mah Sing group, have launched townships in the area offering varied home options.

For those looking to explore the greener side of things, Templer Park and Resort Taman Eko Rimba Komanwel are ideal locations for walks and outdoor activities . Rawang is home to Anggun City mall and several other shopping malls. This shopping complex offers 387 shops as well as an Aeon making it perfect for getting your necessities.