Jalan Kroh Baling Lama

Jalan Kroh Baling Lama is a historic route situated in the Baling District of Kedah, constructed during the British colonial era in northern Peninsular Malaysia. This road was named in honour of the British parties responsible for its construction, and it once served as a strategic passage connecting villages in the interior of the Baling District. In its early days, the road functioned as the main artery for transporting agricultural produce such as rubber and tin ore from the inland areas to trading centres. Its construction was considered a technological achievement for its time, given the hilly and difficult terrain of the region. Today, Jalan Kroh Baling Lama remains in use by local residents and stands as physical evidence of British colonial heritage in Kedah. It endures as a silent monument narrating the story of the colonial period and its influence on infrastructure development in northern Malaysia. For visitors wishing to explore, the road is located near Kampung Banggol Pompang. As it is a public road still in active use, no admission fee is required. Travellers are advised to visit during daylight hours and ensure their vehicles are in good condition before setting off.