National Botanical Garden Shah Alam
Selangor
National Botanical Garden Shah Alam, located in Selangor, Malaysia, is the country's largest botanical garden spanning 817 hectares within the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve. Established in 1986 initially as Bukit Cherakah Agricultural Park, it serves as a vital conservation area for Malaysia's diverse flora and fauna, including 422 plant species with several endemic and threatened. The garden features a red meranti-keruing forest ecosystem dominated by Dipterocarpaceae trees such as Seraya and Meranti. Visitors can explore paved hiking trails leading to Bukit Sapu Tangan hill, the highest point offering panoramic views of Shah Alam city. Among its unique attractions is the Four Seasons Temperate House (RISEM), which simulates seasonal changes with imported temperate plants, although it is currently under maintenance following storm damage. The garden functions as a national scientific education center promoting botanical, horticultural, and agricultural research, as well as community awareness of Malaysia's natural heritage. Its natural setting, combined with educational programs and recreational facilities, makes it a key destination for nature lovers, students, and researchers alike.
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Astuce: The garden is open daily from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, except Mondays unless it is a public or school holiday. Visitors should consider purchasing conservation fees required for entry. The best time to visit is during weekdays to avoid crowds and to enjoy cooler morning temperatures for hiking. Booking or checking updates online before visiting is advised, especially for access to the Four Seasons Temperate House, which may be temporarily closed for maintenance. Discounts may be available for students and groups.
Faits intéressants
- •The garden covers 817 hectares, making it the largest botanical garden in Malaysia and one of the largest in the world.
- •It is home to 422 species of plants, including 31 endemic and 20 threatened species native to Peninsular Malaysia.
- •The Four Seasons Temperate House (RISEM) features 20 types of imported plants that simulate the four seasons, changing every three months.
- •Bukit Sapu Tangan, the garden's highest hill at 200 meters above sea level, offers panoramic views of Shah Alam city.
- •The garden was originally part of the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve established in 1909, highlighting its long-standing ecological importance.
Histoire
The botanical garden was established on 24 April 1986 as the Bukit Cherakah Agricultural Park within the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve, which was originally designated in 1909.
In 1991, it was renamed Taman Pertanian Malaysia Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam, reflecting its expanding role.
The current name, National Botanical Garden Shah Alam, was adopted in 2007 to emphasize its national significance.
Over the years, the garden has evolved from an agricultural park to a center for botanical conservation, education, and recreation, preserving important native flora and serving as a water reservoir for Shah Alam's population.
Guide du lieu
Bukit Sapu Tangan Hill
The highest point in the garden at 200 meters above sea level, featuring a lookout point with panoramic views of Shah Alam city. The hill is accessible via paved hiking trails that connect to adjacent forest areas, ideal for nature walks and birdwatching.
Four Seasons Temperate House (RISEM)
A climate-controlled greenhouse showcasing 20 imported plant species from temperate regions, simulating the four seasons with changes every three months: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It provides a unique educational experience about temperate flora, though currently closed for maintenance after storm damage.
Red Meranti-Keruing Forest
This forest ecosystem within the garden is dominated by Dipterocarpaceae species such as Seraya and Meranti trees, representing the native tropical rainforest flora of Malaysia. It serves as a habitat for diverse flora and fauna and plays a key role in conservation efforts.
Contact
Téléphone: 03-5510 6922