🇲🇾| Is This Really The Dirtiest Neighborhood in Kuala Lumpur? Chow Kit, Malaysia 2024

[@mizitige]

As Malaysian, i dont mind if Indonesia, Myamar, Bangladesh or anywhere come to Malaysia work here, as long use correct visa n respect local👍🏾

[@Chai_Travel]

Cheers mate :) 🏆❤️ thanks for watching again

[@noordinbeldenlex1620]

A few locations in KL are well-known to particular communities. For instance, the Indonesians are in Chow Kit, the Filipinos in Kota Raya Complex, the Bangladeshis and Nepalis in the vicinity of Kota Raya, the Pakistanis largely along Jalan Ipoh, and the Middle Easterners in the Bukit Bintang region. There are also sizable Korean and Japanese populations in Mont Kiara. They might go unnoticed because they resemble like our Chinese.

[@amz8172]

So you see how Msian welcome foreigners as long as they respect & abide our laws.....they even formed their community in certain areas......msia truly asia..

[@RoshanMilan-c3n]

Chow Kit hosted the largest free concert ever to take place in Malaysia, with an estimated 100,000 people gathering to see Asia's best singer, the late Sudirman.

[@badasspop9419]

Many are looking for job opportunities in Malaysia bro. Especially from Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Nepal and even some Arab countries facing crisis such as Yemen, Iran and Syria. Because Malaysia entered into an agreement with several labor supply countries, Malaysia is also faced with the problem of illegal immigrants who enter without valid documents but through the rat route by human trafficking syndicates. Surprisingly, even though this syndicate imposes high fees, it does not stop these foreigners from wanting to enter illegally. It is said that there are more than 1 million Chinese nationals who enter Malaysia through legal channels and do not leave until their visa expires. Some stay in luxury condos and conduct illegal online gambling activities.

[@Chai_Travel]

I hope they get a grip of illegal immigrants as it would be a shame if the country got decided by to much friction ❤️🙏 Malaysia boleh

[@alifhashim3752]

The government is clamping down now. So only the legal ones get to stay. More crackdowns will take place soon to reduce the dependence on illegal workers who come into the country and work without permits.

[@SahifulTajuddin]

Malaysians come to chow kit market because we want to buy ingredients to cook and fruits, because the price is very cheap there. As Malays, we dont eat food served at stalls at chow kit market because we feel uneasy with the cleanliness of the place and the way Indonesians cook their food. Local Malays are much cleaner in our way of preparing our food and we dont want to get food poisoning too. One thing, chow kit market is an old market, hence it is not clean as per modern malaysians standards.

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi hi, thanks for sharing your thoughts. We actually found it pretty clean and I definitely recommend the Soto Ayam we are 😉 anyway also thanks for watching

[@massalleh5255]

Just in one day ​@@Chai_Travel

[@massalleh5255]

​@@Chai_TravelI believe you went after the Govt raid it for illegals hence why it looks cleaner

[@norabd7447]

me as a Malaysian hav no issue eating at Chow Kit.. yeah the smell or the air over there is not as good as the other part of Kuala Lumpur but it still clean compared to certain part of the world

[@mark43528]

Great video, man. You do an excellent job highlighting the cultural diversity in Kuala Lumpur. Indonesians are wonderful people, and the Chow Kit area has always been known as "Little Jakarta" since the 1970s. I have an Indonesian maid at home who has been with us for more than a year. Unfortunately, due to a few bad apples, we employers have to take drastic measures to avoid being cheated by some of these maids. Since we have to pay a large amount upfront to hire the maids, we need to keep their passports and ensure our premises are locked at all times to prevent them from running away. I even keep my maid's room locked at night. This causes unnecessary stress for me. I hope Indonesians teach their children about integrity.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks, I hope it all goes following the rules, laws and with respect. I wouldn’t feel comfortable if my employer would hold my passport and be locked up at night 😅

[@mark43528]

@@Chai_Travel I believe in Western countries that would be against the law due to "woke" nonsense. Thank God Malaysia is not infected by the "woke" virus

[@almas806]

It's against the law to hold on to your maid's passport and it certainly is akin to imprisonment to lock her room door from the outside. Do not be surprised if the police come knocking at your door one day. Your best bet to allay your fears is to hire through a licensed agent and make sure that agent has it in black and white that he will be responsible for replacing the maid if she runs away.

[@mark43528]

@@almas806 This is Malaysia not the US, Police officers here do practice discretion. Not too long ago a friend got into altercation with a Bangla, Police ended up apprehending that Bangla instead of my friend even though my friend was at fault. This is boleh land anything is possible 🙂

[@almas806]

@@mark43528 The law is very clear on withholding passports and locking up your maid. If the maid or her friend were to make a report, there's no discretion involved for the investigating officer. I don't know about any other matter that you alluded to without details.

[@realgrilledsushi]

I was there in 2008. It is little Indonesia in Chow Kit Road. I’m surprised it still remain that way in 2024.

[@Chai_Travel]

Gotcha :) so you reckon it looks still the same as well or just that it’s still a Indonesian neighborhood? Did you enjoy your time there 😊?

[@Kanayaedtz]

Get out of Kuala Lumpur friends, try exploring other areas, come on, don't stay in your comfort zone, I want to see other areas in Malaysia😀

[@Chai_Travel]

We’ve our own pace and surely we get out of our comfort zone a lot as we’re mainly on the road 🤭 we just love KL so much ;) haha, but we will visit other places in Malaysia in the further too for sure. Thanks for watching again anyway 🏆

[@kylek2623]

If you are looking for a slum in KL, I don't think you can find one. Chow kit is more like a market area but still clean and organize. Kampung Baru is an old Malay Village but most of the owners are millionaires and the village is kept as it was in 1970's but clean and organize.

[@ayampelungmojokertoapemman720]

😊 hot day and friendly people and nice trip to chow kit malaysia . Enjoy eating delicious food .. soto . Nice trip dear brother . Thank you so much dear brother 🙏🙏 21:02

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for watching 😊❤️

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thank you for this video. It's quite difficult to determine whether all those foreign workers have valid, legal working permit in Malaysia.

[@Yasin_Affandi]

That guy singing lemon tree by the street, that was wonderful, and there was a lady dancing in the background. It's one of my favorite 1990s songs. Oh, that lady was your girlfriend, hehe.

[@Chai_Travel]

I hope the right organizations taking good track of it 🙏 Haha I like to sing but I can not 😅🤣🤭 Thanks for watching again 👋

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@Chai_Travel The Malaysian immigration has a lot to do, just a few months ago, I heard of three raids, in little Dhaka (I'm not sure where it is), little Philippines (in Kota Raya mall opposite Chinatown) and little Indonesia (Chow Kit market and road area) and they are plenty of them taking advantage of Malaysia. 😀

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@Chai_Travel But nothing ever happens and I wonder why, I wonder how I wonder why, yesterday you tell me about the blue blue sky, but all I can see is the yellow lemon tree. The 80s and 90s have some of the most beautiful pop songs in the US billboard charts, thousands of them.😀

[@leealex24]

Must take actionn

[@axelanamwatever7408]

yeah u could say Malaysia kinda like America in Asia we more open toward immigrant just without gun and we definitely dont ban tiktok😂

[@jakemir558]

I dont mind Indonesians working here in Malaysia , They are like our brothers and sisters . Most of the malaysian malays originated from Indonesia anyway .

[@David-m2k4x]

Dia pun orang Belanda Berdarah Indonesia..

[@massalleh5255]

Only in the west coast. The East Coast are not from Indonesia

[@stevens8785]

Massive market that and so inexpensive. Excellent involving other people in the video whilst picking up the occasional new subbie here and there. Top video Chai. 🤩

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha thanks mate. It was a nice half day out 🤩 we really love KL 🥰

[@baharm65]

Years back...Chow Kit was the central nerve of Kuala Lumpur. The street is immotalised in a song by Sudirman, who was the best entertainer during that period... Thanks for sharing...lovely journey❤

[@finn5020]

I love this video Chai! As a Malaysian I should subscribe your channel..Both of you were so lucky to meet friendly people in KL..Shout out to the Cendol owner for his hospitality.Good job man 👍

[@Chai_Travel]

Awesome! Thanks a lot! We’re currently not in Malaysia anymore but we love it so much that we’re sure we will be back this year at some stage 😁 good to know you’re watching 🤗 have a great night and day

[@alifhashim3752]

There's Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Bangladesh and Nepalese part of Malaysia. Truly Asia.

[@hidayatvivo5272]

I had ever been visited Chow Kit Market along the street. I have been visited Malaysia more than hundred time. Some of the food traders there are Indonesia married with Malaysian men or women. There majority foods there are Indonesian, except Chinese and Indian food. Mr. Hidayat Khan North Sumatera Indonesia.

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi sir 🙏 thanks for saying hi :) I hope you enjoyed this video 😊

[@massalleh5255]

Only in KL or Selangor. Majority of food in the North, East and Borneo are definitely not majority Indon foods

[@fxn7279]

Cendol pulut is a must on a hot day at the market 😊

[@Chai_Travel]

Such a nice treat 🤤

[@RetiredGlobalLife]

I always love the slightly saturated colors. It's like watching a classic old movie filmed in Technicolor, where the colors really pop. Food markets are always such a nice place to visit and film. So much life and colors. I was thinking as you and Noona were eating . . . if she and Joy were walking down the street together they could be taken for sisters. Safe travels, amigo.

[@Chai_Travel]

Ow yeah? Hahaha hopefully there able to team up one day, maybe in Chiang Mai on a market or something 😊 haha thanks mate 🖍️ have a beautiful one :)

[@ahasrapverygoodopeningazer9263]

Chai you sud visit Kampung Baru its just back of the Pasar Chow Kit

[@Chai_Travel]

Hopefully we will get the change next time we visit :D Thanks

[@MrCyberizal]

actually is quite simple. each site in the market has a boss which is local and they usually have local and indonesia worker too, majority customer is local.. u can see local during early morning after fajr like 7-8am.. if u meet an indonesian people who came from acheh, if u ask their origin. they will tell u they from acheh and not indonesia. it is because acheh was once a great empire along side johor sultanate empire.. "acheh" in malaysia are more into selling and enterpreneurship bcoz local boss can trust them. when they speak local malay, they can hide their accent easily and do not have jakarta style accents. and their face more decent look so sometimes you think their are local malay until u heard they speak acheh language.. "madura" more into building and constructions.. there area also javanese and others who work as factory worker and some work in food stall and as well as some in palm tree plantations and there are estimated 2.7 million Indonesian migrant workers in Malaysia

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for taking your time to explain the situation :D Have a great day

[@kakaroct28]

Hey Chai, i would love to c u interview street ppl living in Johor Bharu, Melaka, Kedah or Pahang, or if u have budget go to Serawak or Sabah, n maybe interview ppl in Genting Highland, what they do in there, gambling or just vacation, sorry i have bad english

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks! I’m actually working on a Johor Bahru video at the moment:)

[@AmericanInThailand]

A city could be proud if they consider that area a "slum".

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha that's right :D I mean it's definitely not considered a slum. But an American gent told me it's like one. I wouldn’t mind living there for a while myself :)

[@sheyone9075]

If you want to see dirtiest area in KL, go to find local housing area called PRRT. PRRT is super low cost flat built by the government for low income earners. They are in many suburbs but nearest one is PRRT flat Penara in Cheras

[@philwebster3914]

Thanks for another great video Chai and Noona, we are looking forward to exploring all the local vibes of SEA, markets, back streets etc, great to see everyone living harmoniously together, as it should be, cheers :)

[@Chai_Travel]

Thank YOU Phil! I’m glad you enjoyed this one :) it’s just another look on KL, Malaysia😁 have a great day

[@philwebster3914]

any news on the proposal or is that a bit hush hush :) @@Chai_Travel

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha no new yet 🤭 probably sometime later this year ;)

[@samuderaveniceenigma]

Dirty part of the town... Previously in mids 80-90, the area was kinda a red district area / khatoe n drugs. Still can be found but not as many as before. Now with a very strict control by local authority, police & the government in order to provide a good & safe space for everyone.

[@arinarin7464]

indonesia❤rohingya

[@indrakusumajayaindrakusuma6367]

🇲🇾❤🇧🇩🇳🇵🇲🇲🇵🇰🤗

[@ind28394]

awowkwok

[@WoBuXihuan]

Malaysia is already home for Tamil, Bangla, Rohingya🇲🇾🔥

[@shinachikudidnthappen..mov9196]

​@@WoBuXihuan Hina sangat ke berkulit hitam di mata awak? Bukan manusia ke kalau seseorang tu berkulit hitam?

[@massalleh5255]

​@@indrakusumajayaindrakusuma6367 you forgot indon flag

[@mohdanuardayan5650]

Hi..admin Chai Travel, I would like to inform U, regarding the Chow Kit based on 1 of the short road near by there? U shall explored the road n getting clear picture about the road? K so long n have a nice day ..

[@psoon04286]

You are a fine representative of your mixed heritage and you know your way around all those ‘exotic’ delicacies👍🏼😄

[@Chai_Travel]

Thank you for your kind words sir 😁

[@SahifulTajuddin]

There is another area at chow kit monorail station 🚝, where you can eat delicious north indian food. Many north indian restaurants at that area.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks 😃

[@nofayusop82]

as a Malaysian who born & raised in KL, Chow Kit is a place that i rarely go...i don't like the atmosphere there, very crowded...

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@kfnoor8953]

Malaysia have been welcoming outsiders since 15th century.

[@retroXScram]

This is malaysia...we hideing,no body know we are....but we have....all athnik nation in here...be harmony and safe...wellcome

[@antruok4950]

The people are very receptive to you and share good information - the beauty of south East Asia - Thanks Mr Chai champ 😃👌👋✔️🙏

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks man! And, is your next trip planned yet? :D

[@Chill.Monger]

if someone say the area is like 'Indian slum', he or she obviously hasn't step foot in this area for at least 10 years. Chow Kit admittedly is the least appealing part of KL. 10 years ago it looks like a run down ghetto neigborhood (but never Mumbai kinda slum level). But now thanks to City Hall, the place is actually very well maintained, neat, & lively. I was quite suprise when I walk around the area, even the 'red light dictrict' (Lorong Haji Taib) now is clean & tidy.

[@Chai_Travel]

Nice one mate :) I’m glad it’s a lot better now 🏆

[@ennieshah6976]

Acheh is a part of Indonesia

[@wansya5970]

I think Malaysia allows the opportunities that the Land has to offer to everyone who is looking for sources of income, that their native countries might not be able to provide.

[@norabd7447]

the herbs that the seller told you only for women's is called kacip fatimah or in English is Fatimah betel cutter.. the benefit is like longjack for us men's.. it make miss V##### tighter and warmer

[@Chai_Travel]

🤣

[@thewaywardcyclist3992]

that indonesian gentleman's english is not bad

[@Chai_Travel]

Very good actually :D

[@walid7951]

I spent 4 days in chow kit and everybody told leave it it’s dangerous area 😅😅😅 but it wasn’t 😂😂😂

[@abmohamed5217]

Hey chai goodevening good video❤❤❤😂😂😂😂

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha thanks mate ❤️🙏

[@mgck6822]

In the 80s 90s used to be a red light area and drugs. Junkies would be shooting up heroin in broad daylight.

[@jamilmasa]

Top destination for migrant workers in the region, no problem as long as they comply with local laws n culture, respectful n good attitude.....kl doesnt look malaysian anymore, more of south asian...

[@LisaLisa-mo2tg]

Indonesia youtuber just love to show this part of place and said to their subc this is kuala lumpur😊😊😊then just blow up comment from indonesia.. Malaysia far behind 10 year from indonesia bla.. Bla.. Just funny.. Anyway we are like brother ..cat and dog but we love eath other.. Same time fire somethime cold😂😂😂😂

[@thewaywardcyclist3992]

i know that place is run by indonesian but does it has to look indonesian? i mean, spruce the place up a bit fgs. i'm talking about the warung makan.

[@Chai_Travel]

A little bit. But we definitely still had the feeling we were in KL :)

[@doneZ1995]

When you eat soto ...it depends on the ibu who cook it., coz each hand produces of food has a different taste.

[@decTac]

Jokowi came here and loved this little Jakarta so much too..😁

[@Tapavandame]

Little Indonesia!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@arisirawan9832]

Don't you have plans to go back to Indonesia again, bro?

[@Chai_Travel]

Ey mate, Yes. Whenever the time is right. Hopefully we're able to bring my mom over next time🙏

[@nickloong]

This is one of your better masterpieces of a vlog. Non pretentious, honest, and straightforward contents of a rarely explored area by tourists when visiting Kuala Lumpur. Just be mindful that it's advisable to visit this area during the day, though, as it's a rough neighbourhood when night falls. Nothing scary or crazy, but just be mindful!😅😊

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks Nick 😊 I’m happy you like it! We had a great experience and the people as usual were very friendly and helpful ❤️ good advice. Thanks again!

[@almas806]

Chai looks like a local, he should be ok. He doesn't look like a 'target'. I go to chow kit at night when the stuff I want is cheaper and also when new herbs and vegetables arrive for the next day's business.

[@antaxari]

It is amazing to see that eventhough all Indonesians are maids and construction workers, they can survive as a country. Or..maybe this stereotype is just too stupid.

[@Chai_Travel]

Maybe it’s too much of a stereotype. Though I think there are too many people working way too many hours in Malaysia to make enough money.

[@antaxari]

@@Chai_Travel actually 800,000 Indonesian workers working in Malaysia is only 0.29% of total Indonesian population of 270 million. Back in Indonesia, middle class is actually the majority (200 million), followed by the rich (50 million, which is bigger than the total population of Malaysia even if combined with Singapore & Brunei). The last is the poor, around 10% (26-27 million). However, Malaysians tend to look down upon all Indonesians, stereotyping them as poor maids & cement mixers.

[@David-m2k4x]

Perlu anda ketahui chai.. Orng keturunan indonesia yg paling banyak berada di belanda dan Suriname... Dan sebagian nya di Malaysia...

[@flahmadzaki2172]

Ive lived in KL fr more than 40 years.. trust me. Chow Kit is a slum comparable to rural Rajashtan in India, possibly worse. It is a drug den and haven for Meth and Heroine pushers. It is also a henhouse for prostitutes like Lorong Haji Taib. I prefer to avoid these red light district.

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi, thank you for taking the time to respond on this video. Didn’t things change a lot over the last 2 decades?

[@flahmadzaki2172]

@@Chai_Travel with the exception of more shopping malls in the golden triangle and skyscrapers area. Sadly no, this area remains as-is because of the stubborn property owners who rejects municipals proposal to refurbish buildings in the likes of new Chinatown area. This is the main problem. They are uncooperative and greedy. This area should be converted to the likes of SoHo, London.

[@sultrys2291]

Chow Kit was one of the busiest part in KL ever since I can remember. In the 70s (my time), the main hubs in KL were Chow Kit and Bangkok Bank/Central Market area. Chow Kit is where my mid-stop is commuting from home to Uni. Bas Sri Jaya from home to Chow Kit then, minibus number 35 all the way to Pantai Bahru. No LRT/MRT back then. Not sure about now, but back then prior to the 90s, Indonesians can have red-identity card (permanent resident but not a citizen) as opposed to Malaysian citizen's blue identity card.

[@secrets.295]

Definitely not an Indian slum level lol. But the Chow Kit, Titiwangsa, Sentul area is quite dirty. I think u mostly walked through the main streets area which is pretty clean. Try to go further inside and u will see it is quite dirty. I used to live in Titiwangsa which is really close to Chow Kit and I am glad I don't live there anymore. It's getting disgusting by the time I leave.

[@Chai_Travel]

Gotcha, I think it’s changing over time. I see the city and suburbs are getting better and better. Some faster than others 😊

[@secrets.295]

@@Chai_Travel You are right though. In the city center it's pretty clean. Even in the main streets of the Chow Kit area which used to be dirty as hell it is decently clean these days. I am saddened over the declining state of Titiwangsa though. It used to be a nice place to live now it is terrible. Rats as huge as a cat is everywhere and the Titiwangsa river is smelling like 😑.

[@4985muhammadali]

Nice video chai , I like Malaysia 🇲🇾, ❤ this vlogs is so good 🌟, love to see you exploring this new places.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks mate! Haha we have that in common! Have a great day. A warm hug, also to your sister 🤗 from us

[@4985muhammadali]

lots of love to you chai and Noona ❤, my sister wants you guys to get married soon 😆😆😆 haha 👍✌️

[@Chai_Travel]

@@4985muhammadali haha let’s see if it happens this year 🤭

[@4985muhammadali]

​@@Chai_Travel we will come if you invite us to your wedding chai, may be very soon. 😁😆

[@fadhlii]

this is the first time i saw your partner / girlfriend

[@Chai_Travel]

:) We're together for over two years now 🥰

[@TiqaShuib]

It's dirty and shady, I wish you had not heard of it :(

[@Chai_Travel]

It’s a lovely place in KL during the time we’ve visited

[@MeLodiCarAma]

Bad news for your subscribers....once Nuna is beautiful inside, you wouldn't be filming new videos of beautiful places bcoz everything else wouldn't be beautiful, won't interest you 😅

[@Chai_Travel]

Too late 🤯 She is already!😜

[@yuzazuryatibintimohdyusofk139]

I don’t like it if u say that Malaysia is Malaysia Not Indonesia

[@Chai_Travel]

Sorry you got offended 🙏 when watching this and other videos I made hopefully you see I only try to highlight the best of Malaysia. It’s such a country with lovely people. The Thumbnail/Title might be a bit offensive?

[@Do2mifasol-nh3lq]

​@@Chai_Travel Now you know Chai 🤠

[@David-m2k4x]

Jangan salah paham.. Dia hanya mencari orng indonesia... Karna dia dan istri nya, adalah orang Belanda Berdarah Indonesia..

[@Joseah_Martin]

I am indonesia🇮🇩❤️bangladesh🇧🇩 so much because we are one blood with bangladesh. I dont like malaysia👎🏼 🇮🇩❤️🇧🇩🥰✅

[@ainulaqlan8395]

🇮🇩❤️🇧🇩🙏🏼

[@Chai_Travel]

Why don’t you like Malaysia? I think it’s such a beautiful country 🤔

[@Engkkyy]

​@@Chai_Travel A lot fake account in here

[@f4u21ramon8]

​@@Chai_Travel They comment is not indonesian, actually their malaysian make bullying to indonesia .

[@massalleh5255]

No, it's definitely Indonesian​@@f4u21ramon8