MestoGo - Malaysia
MestoGo - Malaysia
Discover this ancient geosite along the Gombak-Genting Sempah road, featuring 350-million-year-old deep-sea sedimentary rocks and rare geological formations within the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark.
Located adjacent to Jalan Persekutuan 68 (Jalan Gombak-Genting Sempah), the Rijang Gombak Karak Highway represents one of the most significant geological treasures within the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark. This extraordinary geosite, designated as G13 in the geopark network, preserves a remarkable record of deep-sea sedimentation that occurred 350 million years ago, offering visitors a rare glimpse into Earth’s ancient geological history during the Devonian to Carboniferous periods.
The rock formations at Rijang Gombak Karak Highway are among the oldest accessible geological features in Malaysia, dating back to the Devonian to Carboniferous ages. These ancient rocks have witnessed countless geological episodes and survived the movements of supercontinents, making them invaluable for scientific research and education.
These sedimentary rocks formed during a pivotal moment in Earth’s history when the land mass was continuously shrinking as two supercontinents - Gondwana in the southern hemisphere and Laurasia in the northern hemisphere - moved closer together. This gradual convergence eventually led to the formation of the single supercontinent known as Pangea at the beginning of the Mesozoic Era (end of Late Triassic).
The primary geological feature at this site is the Gombak Deep Sea Ridge, a stratum generated by the deposition of mud and silica during episodes of deep-sea sedimentation. This unique geological formation represents:
What makes this geosite particularly special is that these deep-sea sedimentary rocks can only be seen along the Gombak-Genting Sempah road. This limited exposure makes the site extremely valuable for geological research, as most similar formations in the region are either covered by vegetation or inaccessible for study.
The Rijang Gombak Karak Highway geosite serves as an important scientific resource for:
As part of the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark, this site contributes to:
While the geosite holds immense scientific value, most of the original outcrop has been naturally covered by vegetation over time. This presents both challenges and opportunities:
The site’s location along Federal Route 68 provides:
Important Notice: This geosite is not open to general public access and is maintained primarily for research and study purposes as part of the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark’s conservation efforts. Access is typically restricted to:
As Geosite G13 within the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark, this location contributes to the region’s UNESCO Global Geopark aspirations by providing:
Location: Adjacent to Jalan Persekutuan 68 (Jalan Gombak-Genting Sempah), Gombak, Selangor Category: Eco & Nature, Geological Site Geopark Designation: G13 Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark Geological Age: 350 million years (Devonian to Carboniferous periods) Formation Type: Deep-sea sedimentary rocks (mud and silica deposits)
The Rijang Gombak Karak Highway provides scientists and researchers with a rare window into Earth’s ancient past. The site represents:
Studies conducted at this geosite contribute to understanding:
As part of the formal geopark network, this site benefits from:
The Rijang Gombak Karak Highway geosite serves as an invaluable educational resource that helps:
This remarkable geosite offers a rare opportunity to witness rocks that formed 350 million years ago when ancient seas covered what is now Malaysia. As part of the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark’s conservation efforts, this scientific treasure serves as both a research laboratory and an educational resource, helping us understand our planet’s deep geological history and the processes that shaped our world.