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Perak


Taiping Lake Garden

"Operational since 1880, the natural lake built on an old mining land today plays host to a variety of plants, flowers, trees, birds and a dazzling variety of insects." Visitors to this part of P...
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Kinjang Waterfall (Lata Kinjang)

The majestic Lata Kinjang waterfall is visible from the North-South Expressway after passing the Tapah exit. Cascading 850m down the side of a mountain, this multi-tiered waterfall is a spectacul...
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The Belum Forest Reserve

Towards the northern parts of Lake Temenggor, in northern Peninsula Malaysia (Perak state), lies a vast area of virgin jungle known as the Belum Forest Reserve. The area is one of the largest untouche...
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Orang Asli Villages

The Batang Padang district encompasses several areas inhabited by the ‘Orang Asli’ community who are indenious communities in the peninsular. Visitors will find some of these villages in the vicin...
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Japanese Garden

This beautiful landscaped garden, designed with a Japanese flair, features Japanese carp pond, rock garden as well as a refreshing atmosphere and beds of colourful flora. Established in the early 196...
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Kellie's Castle

Kellie's Castle was meant to be a home away from home for Scottish Planter, William Kellie Smith in the 20th century. Being far away from home, Kellie desired his new residence to be reminiscent of hi...
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Teluk Intan Leaning Tower

This spectacular leaning clock tower, similar to the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, is the pride of Teluk Intan or formerly known as Teluk Anson. Standing at 25.5m tall, its construction...
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Sungai Klah Hot Springs Park

Sungai Klah Hot Springs is nestled in the serene and lush forest patches, surrounded by hills and clear cold mountain streams and rivers. All 6.5 hectares enjoy the scenic view of well-tended oil palm...
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Kuala Woh Recreational Park

"Kuala Woh presents a natural backdrop for fun-seekers to swim, picnic and fish." Kuala Woh Recreational Park presents a natural backdrop for fun-seekers to swim, picnic and fish. It is about 13k...
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Bil River (Sungai Bil)

Sungai Bil is one of many popular local rivers in the state of Perak. This ice-cool mountain stream, dotted with huge rocks and river boulders, is a grand sight to behold, especially from high vantage...
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Temenggor Lake

Located in Gerik and covering 15,200ha, Tasik Temenggor is the largest manmade lake in Perak. Its diverse flora and fauna complement the panoramic beauty of the lake. The enchanting atmosphere is furt...
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Maxwell Hill (Bukit Larut)

It was founded in 1884 by William Edward Maxwell, the British Assistant Resident of Perak. Perched at 1250m above sea level, it is the wettest place in Malaysia, with an annual rainfall of over 500cm....
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Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary

Matang Mangrove Forest is the largest stand of mangrove ecosystems in Peninsular Malaysia. These ecologically abundant mangrove habitats stretch along the west coast tidal mudflats of northern Perak f...
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Taiping Zoo

"For a small fee, you are able to treat yourself to the exotic sights and sounds of some of Malaysia's wild animals in an enclave of natural setting with streams, lakes and abundance of flora." L...
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Ipoh Railway Station

Built in 1935, the Ipoh Railway Station bears a close resemblance to its counterpart in Kuala Lumpur. Affectionately known to locals as Ipoh's 'Taj Mahal', it is an impressive landmark that combines M...
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Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve

"This pristine mangrove and mudflat ecosystem has survived as the largest single tract of mangrove forest in West Malaysia." Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve has been gazetted as a Permanent Forest...
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Pasir Salak Historical Complex

Located about 70km from Ipoh, the Pasir Salak Historical Complex pays tribute to warriors such as Dato' Sagor and Dato' Maharaja Lela. There are memorials erected in their honour, in the shape of a su...
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Kampar River

Kampar River is another increasingly popular white water rafting destinations in Perak, offering Grade 1 to 3 rapids. Some of the runs in this river are easy enough for first timers, follow the instru...
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Perak Tong

Within the huge limestone caves of Gunung Tasik, nestles the Perak Tong. Built in 1926 by Buddhists priests from China, the temple houses over 40 Buddha statues with the centrepiece being a 12.8-metre...
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Tempurung Cave (Gua Tempurung)

The cave is probably the largest natural limestone cave in Peninsular Malaysia. Located in the vicinity of Gopeng, 24km south of Ipoh, the cave is approximately 1.5km long.Made up of five huge domes w...
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Teluk Batik Beach

"A favourite spot for campers, picnickers, swimmers and sun-lovers alike. You will find it an irresistible attraction for picnics as well as swimming." Located about 6.5km from Lumut town, Teluk ...
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Kek Lok Tong (Cave of Great Happiness)

Opened in the 1970s, Kek Lok Tong is the most recent of the Ipoh cave temples and perhaps the most spectacular of them all. The temple is set in a huge cave in the limestone outcrops behind Gunung Rap...
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Kekabu Waterfalls (Lata Kekabu)

Located in the district of Lenggong, about 3km from the banks of the Chenderoh Lake, this waterfall is surrounded by a forest reserve abundant with a diverse range of tropical trees, which is another ...
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Darul Ridzuan Museum

Among the interesting artifacts on show are the history and development of Ipoh and the mining of the forestry of Perak. Built more than a hundred years ago, it has eight rooms and was formerly the ho...
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Pangkor Island

Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and convenient holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and observe th...
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Gua Tambun

Neolithic rock paintings are the definite attractions in Gua Tambun (Tambun Caves) situated at Tambun, outside Ipoh. The 5, 000-year old paintings were first discovered in 1959 by more recent rock art...
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Sam Poh Tong Temple

Sam Poh Tong is a famous cave temple located in Gunung Rapat, about 5km south of Ipoh. It is said to be the biggest cave temple in the country, and is an impressive work of art with various statues of...
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Infoternak Farm

Infoternak Farm a modern integrated entity covering over 200 hectares close to the town of Sungai Siput offers visitors a unique agrotourism experience. Cattle, goats, deer, ostriches and rabbits are ...
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Places - Perak

Sam Poh Tong Temple
Sam Poh Tong is a famous cave temple located in Gunung Rapat, about 5km south of Ipoh. It is said to be the biggest cave temple in...
The Belum Forest Reserve
Towards the northern parts of Lake Temenggor, in northern Peninsula Malaysia (Perak state), lies a vast area of virgin jungle know...
Tempurung Cave (Gua Tempurung)
The cave is probably the largest natural limestone cave in Peninsular Malaysia. Located in the vicinity of Gopeng, 24km south of I...
Temenggor Lake
Located in Gerik and covering 15,200ha, Tasik Temenggor is the largest manmade lake in Perak. Its diverse flora and fauna compleme...
Darul Ridzuan Museum
Among the interesting artifacts on show are the history and development of Ipoh and the mining of the forestry of Perak. Built mor...
Infoternak Farm
Infoternak Farm a modern integrated entity covering over 200 hectares close to the town of Sungai Siput offers visitors a unique a...
Taiping Zoo
"For a small fee, you are able to treat yourself to the exotic sights and sounds of some of Malaysia's wild animals in an enclave ...
Kinjang Waterfall (Lata Kinjang)
The majestic Lata Kinjang waterfall is visible from the North-South Expressway after passing the Tapah exit. Cascading 850m d...
Kekabu Waterfalls (Lata Kekabu)
Located in the district of Lenggong, about 3km from the banks of the Chenderoh Lake, this waterfall is surrounded by a forest rese...
Japanese Garden
This beautiful landscaped garden, designed with a Japanese flair, features Japanese carp pond, rock garden as well as a refreshin...
Japanese Garden
This beautiful landscaped garden, designed with a Japanese flair, features Japanese carp pond, rock garden as well as a refreshin...
Maxwell Hill (Bukit Larut)
It was founded in 1884 by William Edward Maxwell, the British Assistant Resident of Perak. Perched at 1250m above sea level, it is...
Orang Asli Villages
The Batang Padang district encompasses several areas inhabited by the ‘Orang Asli’ community who are indenious communities in ...
Sungai Klah Hot Springs Park
Sungai Klah Hot Springs is nestled in the serene and lush forest patches, surrounded by hills and clear cold mountain streams and ...
Kellie's Castle
Kellie's Castle was meant to be a home away from home for Scottish Planter, William Kellie Smith in the 20th century. Being far aw...
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