Nestled in the heart of Hulu Langat, Selangor — just a short distance from Kuala Lumpur — lies Noble Gateway Malaysia (马来西亚上德门), a living experiment in ecological harmony, community regeneration, and human healing. What began as a forgotten piece of land, once degraded and lifeless, has transformed into a thriving demonstration of how nature, people, and purpose can come together to create hope for the future.
The journey of Noble Gateway began 5 years ago with a simple question: How can we live in greater harmony with the Earth — and with one another?
The founders, a small group of Malaysians from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds, saw a growing disconnect between modern life and the natural world. Then, in 2020, we came across a disused exotic animal breeding farm in Hulu Langat. The land was depleted, compacted, and nearly devoid of life.
Yet, we saw potential. Guided by the principles of regenerative agriculture, permaculture design, and ecological stewardship, we began the long process of restoring the land. Through composting, crop rotation, and conservation tillage, the soil slowly regained its vitality; and in turn, life began to return. Birds, insects, and native plants found their way back. What was once barren started to breathe again.
This process became symbolic of something greater; the regeneration of not just land, but of community. The founders named the project Noble Gateway, inspired by the Chinese phrase “上德门”, literally meaning “The Gateway of Higher Virtue.” It represents a threshold where people can rediscover noble values, reconnect with nature, and cultivate inner and outer balance.
Membership & Visitors
- Current members: 10
- Not currently open to new members, but might be in the future
- Open to visitors
While our eco-village community is limited to locals only, we work closely with the Rotary Club of Hulu Langat (District 3300) which welcomes members from all over the world. Together, we establish corporate partnerships with various organisations and NGOs to achieve our goals of ecosystem restoration while building resilience for the community. Feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries or collaboration opportunities.
+60 12-661 5169 (Holiday Liew)
+60 17-362 5581 (Sam Mok)
This is interesting. I am thinking of designing a Master Degree Course on Sustainable Community Development. I wonder if I can meet or contact one of your colleagues to talk about this?
hello, I’m Olive from Hong Kong, i live in one eco village in Hong Kong and really interested in visiting and volunteering in eco village in other countries. I found Noble Gateway Malaysia really similar to where i live, which sustainable living is very a mindfulness thing and 10 members is a beautiful scale.
I’m writing here to see if i can volunteer in your eco village from 27/5-2/6.
I’m into farming, bee keeping and drawing, learning how to cook seasonal farm produces.
would this makes any help in your community?
I’m looking forward to your reply.
i can be reached via email: [email protected]
or
Whatsapp : +85296698110
or
Telegram: @Ov0il
have a lovely day,
Olive