An Introduction to Jinjang

Jinjang

Jinjang is known primarily for two things, its history and its food. The word Jinjang is said to be derived from the name of a pig which was brought into Malaya by a Chinese merchant which was believed to have special powers and attracts prosperity.

Located about 15 minutes outside Kuala Lumpur city center, the town was established to enable the Briggs plan to take effect. The Briggs plan basically aimed to isolate the Malayan people from the communist insurgents by placing them in “New Villages” and by doing so cutting the supply of information and supplies that further empowered the communist activities. Doing so also reduced the communist influence on the people of Malaya.

Facilities

Jinjang is located a stone’s throw away from Kepong hence the Metro Prima Kepong and its surrounding area is a viable place where residents could head to, to get their everyday needs such as groceries , do their banking and other needs as the area features many everyday facilities.

Food and Dinning

The Jinjang area predominantly has residents from a Chinese background and hence it features many outlets from which one can relish in traditional Chinese delicacies which are handed down from generation by generation from the provincial natives. Among the famous places that locals head to is San Kee, in Jinjang Utara which is well known for their Dry-fry Hor Fun (flat rice noodles) and Hokkien Noodles. There are many Bak Kut Teh stalls around the area and hence residents may pick and choose ones that cater to their taste buds.

Transportation and accessibility

Accessing Jinjang is extremely easy as it is located along Jalan Kepong and hence there are numerous busses and taxis that pass through the area. Further, there is a KTM station in Kepong which is about 5 minutes away from Jinjang. View more