Raub Jaya — Residential Township in Raub, Pahang

Raub Jaya is a residential township positioned within the Raub district of Pahang, developed by Desapark Development Sdn Bhd. Raub is one of Pahang's most historically distinctive inland towns, known for its gold-mining heritage — Raub was home to Peninsular Malaysia's longest-operating gold mine (Raub Australian Gold Mine) — and its distinctive Pahang Malay cultural character.

The Raub Gold-Mining Heritage

Raub gets its name from the Malay phrase "raub-raub emas" (handfuls of gold), referencing the area's gold-mining legacy. The Raub Australian Gold Mine operated from 1889 to 1961, making Raub one of the most historically significant gold-mining towns in Peninsular Malaysia. The town retains colonial-era shophouses and a distinctive heritage character.

Location and Connectivity

Raub is served by Federal Route 8 and connected to the Karak Expressway for Klang Valley access. The town sits in central Pahang's inland belt between Bentong and the Cameron Highlands turnoff.

Drive Times from Raub

• Raub town centre — within minutes
• Bentong — approximately 30 minutes
• Genting Highlands — approximately 1 hour
• Kuala Lumpur via Karak Expressway — approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
• Cameron Highlands — approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

Lifestyle and Amenities

Residents enjoy Raub's distinctive heritage town character, local food heritage (including Raub-style durian and serai wangi/lemongrass), and proximity to Bentong, Genting Highlands, and Fraser's Hill. Local retail and services are supported by Raub town amenities, alongside Hospital Raub for healthcare.

Developer Profile

Developed by Desapark Development Sdn Bhd, with sister projects Raub Jaya Baru and Raub Jaya 5 Baru within the Raub area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Raub?

An inland district in central Pahang, known for its gold-mining heritage.

What does "Raub" mean?

Raub is derived from the Malay phrase "raub-raub emas" (handfuls of gold), referencing the area's gold-mining legacy.

How far is Raub from Kuala Lumpur?

Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes' drive via the Karak Expressway.

Who developed Raub Jaya?

The project is developed by Desapark Development Sdn Bhd.