BUKIT JUGRA, BANTING, SELANGOR

Bukit Jugra in Banting is one of those places where history and mystery are so tightly knotted together that it’s hard to tell where the facts end and the "creepy" begins. As a former royal capital of Selangor, it has a heavy, atmospheric vibe—especially once the sun starts to dip.

If you’re looking for the spine-chilling highlights, here’s what people usually talk about:

1. The Haunted Lighthouse

The Bukit Jugra Lighthouse is the most iconic spot. Local legend says that when it was being built during the colonial era, the hill "bled" for 30 days, turning the nearby river red because the spirits of the hill were disturbed. Hikers and visitors have reported hearing unexplained cries in the dead of night and feeling a sudden, bone-chilling drop in temperature near the tower.

2. The Ancient "Pendekar" (Warrior)

Recently (as of 2025), a video went viral of a hiker claiming to have caught a figure on camera dressed in traditional Malay warrior attire (a pendekar). The figure appeared behind him while he was calling out to a friend and vanished seconds later. Locals often warn hikers not to shout names loudly in the forest, as it’s believed "something else" might answer.

3. The "Ghost Tigers" of the Princess

There is a legend involving Puteri Gunung Ledang. It is said she buried her husband at the foot of the hill and left two cats to guard the grave. According to folklore, these cats transformed into "ghost tigers" (harimau keramat) that still roam the area to protect the sacred ground.

4. Strange Occurrences

• Possessions: In 2023, a female hiker reportedly began acting strangely and was believed to be "possessed" after trekking about 3km up the trail, requiring rescue services to carry her down.
• The Old Palace Ruins: The ruins of Istana Bandar and the nearby Royal Mausoleum are famously eerie. Paranormal investigators have claimed to pick up high EMF (electromagnetic field) readings in the surrounding jungle and hear what sounds like "war cries" echoing through the trees.

Pro-Tips for the Brave:

1. Don't call names: Use "Oi" or "Yoo-hoo" instead of shouting someone’s actual name.
2. Leave before dark: Most locals suggest being off the hill by sunset unless you’re looking for a supernatural encounter.
3. Respect the sites: The area is full of old graves and historical landmarks; keeping a respectful attitude is said to keep the "disturbances" at bay.

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24 January 2026: 10.20 a.m