Tourism, Food & Places of Interest
Yesterday was the official launch of the Majlis Perasmian Pamera Foto Burung-burung dan Bangunan-bangunan Warisan Negeri Perak. Held in Ipoh Parade the launching was done by Encik Ahmad Fathil Abdul Ghani, CEO Perak Tourism. Located 2KM from Batu Gajah, Kinta…
Pulau Sembilan is a cluster of nine islands situated off the coast of Perak. A great fishing spot, it takes 1 1/2 hours by boat to reach this island from Pulau Pangkor. You are advised to make prior arrangements with…
About 40km southwest of Ipoh in the unassuming town of Bota Kanan lies the River Terrapin Breeding Centre. The hatchery is near the Perak River bank, which was once home to an abundance of these river creatures. From November…
About 40km from Teluk Intan in Sungkai is the Wildlife Conservation Centre, where more than 100 deer roam freely on a breeding and conservation site. This farm also houses the Seladang or Malaysian Gaur and various species of birds. Currently,…
The country’s first zoo, the Taiping Zoo, houses local exotic wildlife species is excellent surroundings. At the Night Safari, visitors can observe the nocturnal habits of animals on a tram, which takes them through the gardens and zoo areas where…
Pulau Pangkor Laut Pulau Pangkor Laut houses the exclusive Pangkor Laut Resort. This tropical paradise is noted as one of the world’s top small luxury resorts. Boasting four beaches, a variety of restaurants,spa village, as well as exquisite sea and…
Kuala Sepetang Recreational Forest On the west of Perak, 10km from Taiping, lies a well-managed mangrove forest in the district of Matang. Eco-tourist will be drawn to the rich species of trees,birds and aquatic life here. Kuala Sepetang is also…
Lata Iskandar Waterfalls Further up the road from Kuala Woh Recreational Forest and located mid way some 15km from Tapah town is Lata Iskandar Waterfalls, a popular stopover for tourist heading for Cameron Highlands. Available here are restrooms,food stall…
Lata Kinjang Waterfalls This majestic multi – tiered waterfall is visible from the North-South Expressway, after the Tapah exit. It is located in Tapah, a town that lies at the foot of Cameron Highlands, a highland resort belonging to neighbouring…
Japanese Garden Just next to the Perak Turf club in Ipoh, is a quaint garden landscaped with tropical flowers,plants and trees including the quintessential Japanese bonsai plant and pond. The garden also features a traditional style wooden bridge, a small…