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Getting here…Tanjung Harapan is located at North Port Klang.You can either drive towards the Federal Highway and heading to Pelabuhan Klang ( Port Klang in local language). There is another route through North Klang Valley Expressway ( NKVE) toward Port Klang. Port Klang is not your ordinary port that full of sailors. In fact, its had divided to 3 ports that are North Port, South Port and West Port. The West is the largest among these ports and South is the smallest and caters more on bulk shipping and passenger ferry to Dumai, Indonesia. Some note that, this port city has a seedy feel to it and most of its buildings and structures are maritime-related, such as warehouses, storage tanks and offices. However, being working in this area for a few years in the end of 1990’s I bet to differ on this opinion. What you are going to find here are yacth club, seafood restaurant, angling centre and family outing. This area is also a hub for various factory and foreign shipping site offices.
Tanjung Harapan
Known as the Esplanade among the locals, Tanjung Harapan near Northport in Port Klang is a haven for seafood lovers. For those who visit Port Klang, a visit to the esplanade, which is a mere 10-minute drive away from Port Klang town, is a must. The fresh seafood cooked in various styles is said to be the Esplanade’s ultimate lure. Restaurateurs offer reasonable prices for their dishes as most of them get their fish, crabs and squids from nearby fishermen. But don’t favor Restoran Ikan Bakar Muara as the price is a real cut throat. Most people enjoy the shady environment while anglers find the spot a good place to fish. The sound of the waves lapping and the cool breeze gives the place a sanctuary-like feel for workers around the area. The local council has upgraded the almost 300 meter walkway along the water’s edge. More trees, leafy shrubs have been planted to complement the coniferous trees. Apart from the seafood restaurants there is a food court frequented by freight truckers. Our favorite breakfast or lunch time stall is the one opposite the Lotus Restaurant. The afternoon grill fish is nice and we like to politeness of the owner too. The kids will love to see the replica of Bugis ship at this place. I really don't have any info on why there is a replica of the Bugis ship been built here.
Best time to visit : early morning 0630 – 0900 morning but not many stall open here at this hour. However you will enjoy the morning breeze while walking along the walkway Or after 1600 hours to midnight. As most of the restaurant is open for business. Not suitable to visit during afternoon as it can be very hot during this time. Unless, you are really coming to have grill fish for lunch.
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