Kajang

Kajang is a town and a mukim in the Hulu Langat District of Selangor, Malaysia. It lies to the south of Kuala Lumpur and forms part of the Greater Kuala Lumpur metropolitan area. The town has developed as a residential and commercial hub, with a traditional market and growing retail centers that serve both Kajang and neighboring suburbs.

Kajang is served by the KTM Komuter network at Kajang station and is the southern terminus of the MRT Sungai Buloh–Kajang Line. The MRT connection provides rapid access to Kuala Lumpur city center and eastern suburbs, and it links with other rail lines at interchange stations.

The town is widely known for Kajang satay, a skewered grilled meat dish that has become a regional specialty and a draw for diners from across the Klang Valley. Local markets and eateries also mark Kajang as a gastronomic destination.

Landmarks in Kajang include Penjara Kajang (Kajang Prison), a notable correctional facility located near the town center, as well as several mosques, temples, and educational institutions that serve the community.

Historically, Kajang evolved from a rural village into a suburban center during Malaysia’s late 20th century development boom. In 2014, Kajang figured prominently in national politics during the so‑called Kajang Move.