Peeking out from Kuala Lumpur’s southern edge is Desa Petaling. It’s a township with more to it than meets the eye. Desa Petaling is also known as Taman Desa Petaling.
Desa Petaling sits snugly in the Bandar Tun Razak electoral district. It’s a neighbor to Bandar Tasik Selatan. Kuchai Lama, Kampung Malaysia, and Sri Petaling are nearby too.
But what makes Desa Petaling tick? Let’s start with getting around.
Desa Petaling boasts fantastic accessibility. Several major expressways serve it. The Kuala Lumpur Seremban Highway is one of them. You can also use the New Pantai Expressway or NPE. The Maju Expressway or MEX is another option. Don’t forget the Kuala Lumpur Middle Ring Road 2 or MRR2.
Public transportation is readily available in Desa Petaling. Buses connect to key Kuala Lumpur spots. Think Central Market, Jalan Pudu, and Bukit Bintang. The Bandar Tasik Selatan LRT station isn’t far. It’s only about five minutes by car. The TBS station houses the LRT station. You’ll also find a KTM train station there. Taxis and a major bus station are available too. An MRT station is planned in Kuchai Lama. It will be part of the MRT Line 2.
Desa Petaling is surrounded by amenities. Old Klang Road, Kuchai Lama, and Sri Petaling offer plenty. Petrol stations and restaurants abound. You will also find cinemas and hypermarkets. Primary and secondary schools are available too. A sports centre caters to badminton and futsal fans.
Education is key in Desa Petaling. Sekolah Kebangsaan Desa Petaling is here. There is also Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Desa Petaling. Al-Madinah International University calls Desa Petaling home.
Property options in Desa Petaling are varied. Condominiums and apartments are available. Landed properties like terrace houses exist too.
Desa Petaling offers a slice of Kuala Lumpur life. Its location is convenient. It has highways and public transport options. Desa Petaling is a place where community thrives.