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SEKINCHAN SELANGOR

HISTORY

Bagan, her hometown, is the main fishing area of Sekinchan, a poor 1920s fishing settlement. The first residents were mostly Teow Chew fisherman. People from outside joined the modest fishing town. Separating Malayan Communist Party rebels from peasants in 1953. Villages C, Bagan, A, B, and C are isolated. Sekinchan, the "Land of Plenty" for its large paddy fields and abundant fish, grows coastal rice. The coastal Teow Chew peasants called Sekinchan "Ang Mo Gang" under British colonial control because to its significant British presence. The Hokkien name for Sekinchan, 16 miles from Kuala Selangor, is "Sixteenth Gi". Seniors use both identities. 60% are Chinese, 30% Malay, and 10% other races. Fishing and farming maintain the economy. Sekinchan has around 300 fishing trawlers and 4,700 acres of farmland.


ECONOMIC ACTIVITY

In Sekinchan New Village, farming and fishing are the primary industries. A large Malaysian farm located in Sekinchan. Thus, this industry has created many local jobs. Additionally, various rice-processing industries operate in this hamlet. For the last decade, bird nests have become a significant commercial activity. Passing through the hamlet, one can view many bird nests and dwellings near the paddy fields. There are also grocery stores, banks, restaurants, and tuition centres. The Sekinchan wet market is busiest in the morning when people sell their items.


POPULATION

Sekinchan has a population of around 30,000 people in which the majority of them are Chinese. Sekinchan is categorized into A, B, C and the seaport village.


TOURISM ATTRACTION

Due to its seaside position, Sekinchan is known for its fresh, affordable seafood and stunning outlook. Redang Beach is popular among tourists for its sunsets. A fishing town near Sekinchan offers fresh seafood. Most visitors in the village order fish. Beautiful architecture from before our nation became independent also make this place attractive.