Once a well-kept secret, Janda Baik is now gaining some attention among travellers as a peaceful getaway, conveniently located near Kuala Lumpur.
There are several versions to the story of how Janda Baik got its name. Some believe that it was the spot where an Orang Asli couple reunited. Others share a tale about how the place was named after a widow who helped nurse a wounded mercenary during a civil war in Selangor - the man was so grateful that he named the place “Janda Baik” or Good Widow.
