Pulau Ketam, meaning "Crab Island" in Malay, is an island at the mouth of the Klang River, near Port Klang, downstream from Kuala Lumpur. It host Chinese fishing villages comprising houses on stilts.
The settlement was established in circa 1880 by mainly Teochew and Hoklo (Hokkien) Chinese fishermen. The buildings in the floating village are all propped up on stilts which extend up to 10 m below the water's surface. The streets, while appearing like normal paved roads, are similarly supported. Outside the main town, more precarious looking wooden bridges can be found. There are no cars on the island and getting around by bike is the norm, though there are a few motorbikes.
Teochew, Hokkien and Mandarin Chinese are the main dialects spoken, though English is commonly understood.
Mangrove, water, houses on stilts, fish markets.
Wonder how a Chinese fishing village ended up in Malaysia.
Despite only being accessible by boat the shops are reasonably priced and fairly well stocked, so don't worry about having to buy everything in KL beforehand.
Seafood restaurants abound and a variety of other foods are available.
Beer - the settlement is Chinese-dominated, so drinking won't bring stares from conservative Muslims.
The hotels have WiFi.
Take boat trips around the islands, though boat back to Port Klang is the only way to leave.