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Bentong Bentong is both a town and a district in Pahang, Malaysia. This district covers an area of 1831 square kilometres. It lies 80 kilometres northeast of Kuala Lumpur, directly across from the Titiwangsa Range. To the west, it has a border with Selangor, while to the south, it shares a border with Negeri Sembilan. Bentong is split into three mukim (sub-districts), Mukim Bentong, Mukim Sabai, and Mukim Pelangai, all of which are administered by the Bentong Municipal Council. This town serves as the district’s administrative and industrial hub. This region is home to a variety of small and medium-sized businesses, including sawmills, food production, and a facility that collects electrical components. Increased urban growth had enlightened the Bentong Municipal Council in its efforts to turn Bentong Town into a developed, prosperous, and serene urban region by planning for future demands and difficulties. How to get to Car From Kuala Lumpur :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Shah Alam :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Kuala Lumpur :about 1 hour From Shah Alam : about 1 hour 2 minutes Public Transport Bus ; From Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan Train : From Kuala Lumpur Central, take the Kelana Jaya Line (LRT) to Titiwangsa .From Bus Terminal Pekeliling take the bus to Bentong. It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to get there. 99 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY - BEN

Colmar Tropicale This French-themed resort in Bukit Tinggi is situated on 80 acres of lush forestland. In a traditional environment, enjoy modern home comforts. Whether you’re searching for a quick weekend getaway or a longer vacation, we have a variety of packages to suit your needs. Colmar Tropicale is the ideal location for visitors seeking a unique ambience, pleasant accommodations, and a wide range of on-site amenities. Address: KM 48 Persimpangan Bertingkat, Lebuhraya Karak, Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +609-221 3666 Website: https://colmartropicale.com.my/ Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday - Sunday) Bishop Trail Bishop Trail Loop is a 5.1-kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail in Bukit Fraser, Pahang, Malaysia that features beautiful wild flowers and is suitable for hikers of all abilities. Hiking, walking, and nature trips are the most popular activities on the trail. Address: Fraser’s Hill, Bukit Fraser 49000 Malaysia Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday - Sunday) Allan’s Water Allan’s Water is a small lake located next to Edible Garden on Jalan Ampang Road, just before Jelai Highland Resort. From a reservoir that had fallen into disuse over the years, it was transformed into a park for recreational activities and paddle boating. Address: Jalan High Pines, Bukit Fraser, 49000 Bukit Fraser, Pahang Website: https://www.fraserhill.info/allan- water.htm Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 12.00 pm, 2.00pm - 4.30 pm (Monday - Friday) / 9.00 am - 12.00 pm, 2.00 pm - 7.00 pm (Saturday - Sunday) Bentong Gallery The ultimate goal of Bentong Gallery is to provide a welcoming environment for people from all over the world to learn about, understand, and appreciate the historical journey that began many decades ago in bringing Bentong to its current state. The journey was truly incredible, filled with so many incredible historical events that helped shape the Bentong of today. Address: 17-18, Jalan Loke Yew, 28700 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +609-222 7600 Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 7.00 pm/ (Monday - Saturday) Riverside Janda Baik Riverside Janda Baik is a small island off the coast of Pulau Santap. It has a wonderful picnic area, chalets, and a large camp site that can accommodate 500 people at a time in the unspoilt vegetation, as well as a variety of other activities. The monotony of everyday living. The stresses of city life. Workplace stress and responsibility. Whether we like it or not, we all have troubles we’d like to be rid of. That’s why we designed three unique properties to assist you get away from the stresses of modern life. And find freedom the way it was supposed to be experienced. Address: Lot 5506, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6019-948 3100 Website: http://www.riverside.com.my/ Places To Visit BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY - BEN 100

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY - BEN 101 Lentang Forest Reserve If you’re looking for the perfect picnic spot, head over to the Lentang Forest Reserve (also referred to as the Lentang Recreational Forest). Channel your adventurous side and enjoy exploring the diverse flora and fauna available by jungle trekking through. In addition, get ready to frolic in the flowing Sungai Benus or even the stunning waterfall located at the corner of this park. Feel free to buy some snacks in the stalls located outside. Address: Karak Expy, Lentang, Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6010-233 7123 Opening Hours: 8.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) Chamang Waterfall As one of the go-to waterfalls in Bentong, the glorious Chamang Waterfall is arguably a beloved favourite among locals. Cradled within the rainforest area of Bukit Tinggi, enjoy wading around the large pool seen at the base -- only after the water gushes through the giant chasms and clefts entrenched within a sloping rockface. There is also a short suspension bridge erected as an alternative access to the other side of the fall. Address: 68, 28700 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6017-366 6223 Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 4.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) Japanese Village Located 3,500 feet above sea level lies the zen-like oasis known as the Japanese Village. Witness a beautiful environment filled with manicured lawns, flower gardens, rock pools and koi ponds surrounded by verdant rainforest. No visit here is complete without a trip to the Japanese Tea House where guests can experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony while donning pretty kimonos. Address: KM 48, Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Karak, Colmar Tropicale, Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +609-221 3888 Website: https://www.thechateau.com.my/ recreations-japanese-village/ Opening hours: 9.30 am - 5.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) Bilut Extreme Park Extreme sports fanatics rejoice as Bilut Extreme Park is the ultimate place to go to enjoy a multitude of exhilarating activities. With that in mind, the highlight here is the All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) ride that involves taking a scenic route of vast oil palm plantations. Other than that, feel free to join in on the paintball, archery, archery tag, target shooting, bubble soccer and hiking (at Bukit Botak) sessions held. Address: Kampung Baharu, 27600 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6014-608 8803 Website: https://bilutextremepark.com/ Opening hours: 9.30 am to 6.00 pm (Monday to Sunday) / Closed on Wednesday

Places To Eat Ming Ji Wan Ton Noodles Address: 57, Jalan Chui Yin, 28700, Bentong, Pahang Contact: +603-7972 3629 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ pages/category/Personal-Blog/ Hooi Kee Wan Ton Mee Address: 57, Jalan Chui Yin, 28700, Bentong, Pahang Contact: +60 12-946 8406 Operating Hours: 7.00 am - 5.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Bentong Tau Fu Fah Address: 28700 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6012-988 5112 Operating Hours: 7.00 am - 7.00 pm (Thursday - Tuesday) Restaurant Wonderland Valley Address: lot 926, Kampung Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6012-950 9882 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ wonderlandvalley9253/ Operating Hours: 11.30 am - 8.00 pm (Wednesday - Monday) Restoran Foon Lock Address: No. 84, Kampung Bukit Tinggi, Jln Bukit Tinggi, Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +609-233 0170 Operating Hours: 10.30 am - 8.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Fantasy Valley Restaurant Address: Lot 926, Kampung Bukit Tinggi 28750 Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia Contact: +6012-222 2327 Website: https://www. facebook.com/Fantasy-Valley- Restaurant-1638281959764241/ BBQ Chan Bukit Tinggi Address: Lot 25001-A, Kampung Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6012-357 7111 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ BBQChanBukitTinggi/ Garden View Restaurant Address: Lot 19326 & 19327, Pesona Heights, Kampung Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +609-233 0282 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ gardenview/ Operating Hours: 11.00 am - 8.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Restoran Remember Me 126 Address: PT3347, Kg, Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6016-951 6818 Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 8.00 pm E Farm Restaurant Address:Genting Sempah, 28750, Bentong, Pahang Contact: +6019-477 2667 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ pages/category/Cantonese-Restaurant/ E-Farm-Restoran-1636582923298662/ Operating Hours: 11.30 am - 9.30 pm BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY - BEN 102

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY - BEN What To Buy Kaya Puffs Kaya puffs are similar to Curry Puffs, except instead of curry pastes, this flaky puff pastry is filled with thick, creamy kaya jam and cooked to perfection. In Southeast Asia, kaya puffs are a popular puff pastry. Pineapple Tarts A pineapple tart is a tiny pastry filled or topped with pineapple jam and served as a snack. The pineapple tart may have been originated in the 16th century, when Portuguese merchants introduced the pineapple, a South American fruit, to Asia, notably the Malaysia Peninsula. Porridge It feels fantastic to dive into your gut with a bowl of scrumptious porridge no matter what the weather is like. Porridge with any type of meat can be found in Bentong. The heart, tongue, and intestines of a pig. If things do not appeal to your taste, you may always substitute chicken porridge. Lemang Lemang is a traditional Malay and Minangkabau dish composed of sticky rice, coconut milk, and salt. To keep the rice from sticking to the bamboo, it’s cooked in a hollowed bamboo tube lined with banana leaves. During the annual Muslim festivals of Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha, lemang is often consumed to commemorate the end of daily fasting. Bentong Ginger Powder Bentong ginger is unique in that it is well- endowed with nutrients like gingerol, which has medicinal benefits for digestive disorders, nausea, and respiratory diseases, thanks to the clean clear air and fertile soil that the temperate area is blessed with. 103

Genting Highlands About Genting Highlands is a hill station city in Malaysia located at 1,800 metres above sea level on the peak of Mount Ulu Kali. A big chunk of the land is in the state of Pahang, while a smaller piece is in the state of Selangor. It was founded in 1965 by the late Chinese businessman Lim Goh Tong. Resorts World Genting, a hill resort with casinos and theme parks where gambling is permitted, is the main tourist draw. Lim Goh Tong, a late Malaysian Chinese businessman, was inspired by the pure air of Cameron Highlands to create a hill resort near the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Lim found Mount Ulu Kali in Genting Sempah, 58 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur, to be appropriate for his design after reviewing the city’s maps and nearby areas. Genting Group executed the Genting Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP) in 2013, a 10-year master plan to build, extend, enhance, and refurbish hotels, amusement parks, and infrastructure at Genting Highlands. How to get here Car From Kuala Lumpur : :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Shah Alam : :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Kuala Lumpur : about 1 hour From Shah Alam : about 1 hour Public Transport Bus: Genting Express Bus Service stations are located at One Utama Shopping Mall (Petaling Jaya), Terminal Putra LRT Gombak, Pudu Sentral, and KL Sentral BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN 104

Places To Visit World of Phalaenopsis World of Phalaenopsis is the world's largest producer of Phalaenopsis orchids, with hundreds of blooms every day! Ulu Yam is home to a farm. It's easy to be impressed by the variety of orchids available when you walk inside this orchid farm. The Phalaenopsis orchid, often known as the moth orchid, can thrive with minimal care and water. This is the plant for you if you want a low-maintenance plant that offers a splash of colour to your house. Address: Lot 1017, Kampung Sungai Kamin, Ulu Yam Baru, 44300 Ulu Yam, Selangor, Malaysia Contact: +603-6075 1133 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ worldofphalaenopsis/ Happy Bee Farm & Insect World Happy Bee Farm, Insect World & Butterfly Wonderland welcomes visitors with busy honey-making bee colonies were children and adults can enjoy the natural goodness of honey cultivated in the farm, which is nestled among the cool climate of Genting Highlands and rainforest trees in the hilly terrain of Peninsular Malaysia's longest mountain range. Address: 8, Jalan Meranti, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6100 1000 Website: https://www. happybeefarmshopping.com/ Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 7.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Chin Swee Caves Temple In Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, the Chin Swee Caves Shrine is a Chinese temple. It is located in Genting Highlands' most attractive location. A statue of Qingshui, a Buddhist monk who has long been regarded as a divinity in Fujian Province, China, for his miraculous abilities to summon rain and drive away evil spirits, is housed within the temple. Address: Exit 68, Genting Sempah, Pahang, 28750 Bentong Contact: +603-2179 1886 Website: https://www.chinswee.org/ Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 6.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Awana SkyWay Since December 2016, the Awana Skyway, also known as the new Awana Skyway, has connected Awana Transport Hub, Chin Swee Temple, and SkyAvenue in Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia. The rebuilt Awana Bus Terminal, the station structure, and a new 8-story car park make up the Awana Transport Hub terminus, while the other terminus is located at SkyAvenue. The Awana Skyway is one of two aerial lines that serve Genting Highlands, with the Genting Skyway as a backup. Address: Level 4, Awana SkyCentral, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6101 1118 Website: https://www.rwgenting.com/ gettinghere/awanaskyway/ Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 10.00 pm (Saturday - Sunday); 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Monday - Tuesday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN 105

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm The vibrant and fragrant Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm is one of the most popular. Whether you enjoy strawberries or are cheered by the sight of beautiful blossoms, this strawberry farm is a must visit. Pick your own strawberries from the orchard, buy pre-packaged fruits, wander through the Lavender Garden, and snap Instagram-worthy pictures as this site is built to make people happy. In addition, there is a strawberry-themed restaurant here where you may enjoy some delectable treats. Address: No. 1, Lot 3707, Jalan Jati 2, Bandar Gohtong Jaya, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6100 1152 Operating Hours: 9.00 am – 6.30 pm (Monday - Saturday) / 9.00 am - 7.00 pm (Sunday) Genting Highlands Theme Park This outdoor theme park is one of Genting Highlands’ most popular attractions. Whether you’re visiting Genting Highlands with or without children, you should plan on spending a few hours here because there are lots of attractions and rides for adults as well. From roller coasters and ferries wheels to swings and carousels, this park offers a wide range of thrills for all ages. Address: Theme Park Hotel, Resorts World, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-2718 1118 Casino De Genting Try your luck and become wealthy overnight - Casino De Genting is one of the most popular casinos in the region, with hundreds of foreign visitors every day. The casino offers Roulette, Tai Sai, Blackjack, Slot Machines, and many other games, so you’ll have lots of options. If you are planning a trip to Genting Highlands with your buddies, you should include this location on your schedule for a fantastic night. Address: Genting Grand, Genting Highlands Resort, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6101 1118 Opening Hours: 10.00 am – 2.00 am (Monday - Sunday) Genting Sky Worlds Genting SkyWorlds will open at Resorts World Genting in Genting Highlands, Malaysia. Previously known as 20th Century Fox World Malaysia, it was a movie-themed amusement park. Features 9 distinct themed worlds, as well as 26 rides and attractions suitable for all ages and perfect for everyone in the family. Address: Genting Highlands Resort, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-2718 1118 Operating Hours: 24 Hours (Monday - Sunday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN 106

Places To Eat Burger & Lobster Address: Lot SA - T2 - 13, Level 1, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6105 9186 Website: https://www.burgerandlobster. com/locations/genting-highlands/ skyavenue/ Operating Hours: 11.00 am - 12.00 pm (Friday - Saturday); 11.00 am - 10.00 pm (Sunday - Thursday) Malaysian Food Street Address: Lot SA - T2C - MFS, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6101 1118 Website: https://www.rwgenting.com/ dining/restaurants/all_restaurants/ malaysian_food_street/ Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Chuan Kie Address: Goh Tong Jaya, 29-30, Jalan Jati 1, 69000 Genting Highlands, Selangor Contact: +603-6100 1151 Operating Hours: 12.00 pm - 10.45 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Palsaik Korean BBQ Address: Lot SA - T2C - 08, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-6101 3933 Website: https://m.facebook.com/ palsaikmy/ Operating Hours: 12.00 pm - 12.00 am (Sunday - Saturday) Babajia Address: Lot SA - T2 - 16, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Contact: +603-5566 8000 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ owgbabajia/ Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm ( Sunday - Saturday) Only Mee Address: Lot SA - T2C - B19, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Website: https://www.premiumoutlets.com. my/genting-highlands-premium-outlets/ stores/only-mee Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) The Laughing Fish by Harry Ramsden Address: Resorts World Genting, Genting Highlands, 69000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Contact: +603-6105 9232 Website: https://www.rwgenting.com/ Dining/Restaurants/All_Restaurants/ Laughing_Fish/ Operating Hours: 12.00 pm - 10.00 pm(Sunday - Thursday); 12.00 pm - 12.00 am (Friday - Saturday) East Court Restaurant Address: Lot G/LG 16.00 Lower Ground, Genting Hotel, Genting Highlands Resort, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang Darul Makmur Contact: +603 6436 0690 Website: https://www.owg.com.my/food/ eastcourt/ Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 8.00 pm (Sunday - Saturday) JR Curry House Address: Level 4, Sky Avenue Genting, Bentong Contact: +6018-3244335 Website: https://www.owg.com.my/jr-curry/ Operating Hours: 7.00 am - 1.00 am ( Sunday - Saturday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN 107

Candies Anyone with a sweet tooth while visiting Genting Highlands it is a must to try and buy candies with many flavours from chocolate, fruit or even nuts. Strawberry candies are very well known in genting highlands, as it taste and shaped like a strawberry. There are other type of unique candies you can get in Genting High;ands. Be sure to try them Orchids The Orchidaceae, usually known as Orchids, is a large and varied family of flowering plants with brightly coloured and fragrant blossoms. Orchids come in a variety of sizes, from little to large. They come in a variety of colours, including white, bright colours, and vibrating colours. Many flower farms can be found in Genting Highland, where you may enjoy the scenery while viewing orchids or perhaps purchase some. Fresh Strawberries Genting Highlands are very known for their fresh strawberries, there are many strawberry farms all over genting highlands, where you can either buy them or even pluck them yourself. The starberry farms also have their own cafes where they will sever you with desserts and also pastries mades by their fresh strawberries. Having warm tea or coffee, with some desserts at the strawberry farm is truly relaxing. What To Buy Honey In Genting visitors will get a firsthand look at how the bee farm operates, as a colony of bees forages for sweet nectar on its own, with no human involvement or aid. Imagine the pure natural deliciousness of honey generated from a huge genus of flora and fauna that can only be found abundantly in a rainforest that is rapidly diminishing in numbers, and it is filled with high proteins and nutrients in the highlands. BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY GEN TIN 108

Ipoh About Ipoh is the capital of Perak, Malaysia, and is situated on the Kinta River. Ipoh has a population of 657,892 people in 2010, making it Malaysia’s fourth most populous city. Ipoh, which started off as a hamlet, grew dramatically in the 1880s after massive tin reserves were discovered nearby. It was the second biggest city in the Federated Malay States, which included Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, and Pahang, by 1895. In recent years, attempts to preserve Ipoh’s British colonial-era architecture have improved the city’s status as an international tourist destination. The city is also noted for its food and natural features, such as its limestone hills and caverns, which have been used to build Buddhist temples. How to get here Car From Kuala Lumpur : via Lebuhraya Utara - Selatan/E1 From Shah Alam : via AH2/E1 From Kuala Lumpur : about 2 hour 16 minutes From Shah Alam : about 2 hour 23 minutes Public Transport Bus : From Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan. It takes approximately 3 hour 54 minutes to get there Train : From Kuala Lumpur Central, take the Electric Train Service (ETS) to Batu Gajah. From there take a taxi to ipoh. It takes approximately 2 hour 37 minutes to get there BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -IPOH 109

Places To Visit Birch Memorial Clock Tower The Birch Memorial Clock Tower in Ipoh doesn’t appear out of place in the centre of a beautiful square at first glance. However, a sharp eye and a basic understanding of local history exposes a taboo concealed in plain sight. Culture Trip investigates why an apparently ordinary clock tower in a quiet area of Old Ipoh has sparked so much debate. Address: 31650 Ipoh, Perak Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple The Sam Poh Tong Temple, also known as the Three Buddhas Cave, is a Chinese temple constructed within a limestone cave in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. It is the city’s oldest and most important cave temple. The temple, which follows the Buddhist branch of Mahyna Buddhism, was constructed in a raw limestone cave in the highlands approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre. Address: Kampung Gunung Rapat, 31350 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-255 2772 Operating Hours:7.00 am - 2..30 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Kok Lok Tong Cave Temple The Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple is a tourist site in Gunung Rapat, a natural and scenic region south of Ipoh, the capital of Perak state in western Malaysia. The cave temple, which stands on a 12-acre location, has been used as a place of prayer since 1920. This temple is located in a large cave in the limestone outcrops behind Gunung Rapat, some 5km south of Ipoh City, which became part of an iron mining site in 1960. Address: Pesiaran Sepakat 3, Taman Endah Jaya, 31350 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-312 8112 Operating Hours: 7.00 am - 4.30 pm (Sunday - Saturday) Lost World of Tambun The Lost World Of Tambun is an action- packed, family-friendly adventure. The ultimate day and night destination for a unique eco-adventure excursion for visitors of all ages, this self-contained wonderland is cocooned by lush tropical jungle, natural hot springs, breathtaking 400 million-year-old limestone features, and seven amazing attraction parks, making it the ultimate day and night destination for a unique eco-adventure excursion for visitors of all ages. Address: 1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway, Sunway City, 31150 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-542 8888 Website: https:// sunwaylostworldoftambun.com/ Operating Hours: 11.00 am - 11.00 pm (Monday, Thursday, Friday); 6.00 pm - 11.00 pm (Tuesday); 10.00 am - 11.00 pm (Saturday - Sunday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY IPOH 110

Ipoh Mural Art Trail Commissioned by the city of Ipoh, Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic produced a collection of impressive murals back in 2014. Involving both 2D murals and 3D art installations, the walls of old shophouses were transformed into eight (now seven) works of art. As Oldtown White Coffee was a big sponsor in this project, visitors can find some caffeine-themed murals painted here such as the ‘An Old Uncle Drinking Coffee’. Address: Jalan Masjid, Taman Jubilee, 30300 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-208 3333 Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday-Sunday) Ling Sen Tong Temple Another stunning place of worship that is a must-visit is the Ling Sen Tong Temple. Apart from a pretty garden and koi pond, this Taoist temple has been constructed with an intricately-detailed architecture inside a cave. Aside from huge stalagmites and stalactites, step inside to see carved statues of the deities such as the four heavenly kings as well as the animals and spiritual figures from ancient Chinese legends. Address: Gunung Rapat, 31350 Ipoh, Perak Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 6.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) D R Seenivasagam Recreational Park Opened in the early 1950s, DR Seenivasagam Recreational Park is a large urban park that was initially named Coronation Park after the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. It was later renamed after a local politician. Other than possessing another pretty Japanese Garden designed with the help of Fukuoka City Hall, this park has a large lake with bridges, playgrounds, football pitches and biking areas. Address: Jalan Keliling Dalam, 30300 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-208 3333 Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday- Sunday) Ipoh Town Hall Completed in 1916, Ipoh Town Hall is a colonial era establishment that was designed by the famous British architect, Arthur Benison Hubback. The architecture follows the Edwardian Baroque style that was different to the iconic buildings in Kuala Lumpur which he helped create such as Masjid Jamek and the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. This building was once an administrative office, post office and District Police Office. Address: 2700, Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab, 30000 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-208 3333 111 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -IPOH

Places To Eat Jeff's Cellar Address: 1, Persiaran Lagoon, Sunway 3, 31150 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-210 7777 Operating Hours: 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Kedai Kopi Keng Nam Address: 127, Jalan Raja Ekram, Kampung Jawa, 30300 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +60 5-255 7328 Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 11.45 am (Monday - Sunday) Sun Marpoh Restaurant Address: 67-69, Jalan Lau Pak Khuan, Ipoh Garden, 31400 Ipoh, Perak Contact:+605-545 5127 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ sunmarpohrestaurant/ Operating Hours:11.30 am - 3.00 pm; 4.30 pm - 7.30 pm (Thursday - Tuesday) Little Elephant Address: 49364, Jalan Raja Dihilir, Taman Canning, 30350 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-548 8116 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ littleelephantcafe/ Operating Hours:12.00 pm - 11.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Pakeeza Restaurant & Catering Address: 15-17, Jalan Dato Seri Ahmad Said, 30450 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-241 4243 Operating Hours:11.00 am - 10.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Addon White Coffee Ipoh Address: 49, Jalan Raja Musa Aziz, Kampung Jawa, 30450 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-243 2336 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ addoncoffee/ Operating Hours: 10.00am - 10.00pm (Monday - Sunday) Greentown Dimsum Café Address: 10, Persiaran Greentown 4, Greentown Avenue, 30450 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +6012-398 2010 Operating Hours: 8.30 am - 11.00 pm (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday) Maiale Japanese Style Italian Restaurant Address: No 5, Jalan Datuk Yeoh Cheng Lee, Kampung Jawa, 30300 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +605-241 1405 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ pages/category/Italian-Restaurant/ Maiale-Japanese-Style-Italian- Restaurant-436853349812401/ Operating Hours: 12.00 pm - 1.30 pm; 6.00 pm - 8.30 pm (Wednesday - Sunday); 6.00 pm - 8.30 pm (Tuesday) Restoran New Hollywood Address: 38, Lorong Cecil Rae, Taman Canning, 31400 Ipoh, Perak Contact: +6012-290 8887 Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Tuesday - Sunday) 110 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -IPOH

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -IPOH What To Buy Tambun Pomelo During the Chinese New Year, the pomelo bean paste, and as a standalone snack fruit is in high demand. Pomelo and item. grapefruit are quite similar since they both come from the same citrus family. The larger fruit has more luscious pulp and is less bitter than the grapefruit. There are basically two flavours to select from: sweet or sour. The majority will choose the sweet flavour, but others may prefer the sour flavour. Ipoh White Coffee Ipoh white coffee is a famous coffee drink that originated in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, and has earned Ipoh the title of one of the top three coffee in the city. The coffee beans are roasted with palm oil margarine and served with sweetened condensed milk. The nickname ‘white coffee’ comes from The simple Chinese traditional treat of the exact translation of the Chinese word sweet and salty crunchy peanut brittle is for the beverage, which was introduced popular throughout Chinese New Year. in the 19th century by Chinese migrants Serve it as a dessert with coffee or tea, working in the local tin mines. The colour and store any leftovers for snacking. A comes from the milk that is mixed into the basic brittle is made with peanuts, but finished product, not from the coffee beans themselves. Meat Floss Biscuits Meat Floss Biscuits, also known as rousong, yuk sang, or bak hu, are a dried meat product originated from China with a light and fluffy texture akin to coarse cotton.Meat Floss Biscuits is a savoury soy milk that is used to top a variety of meals, including congee, tofu, rice, and savoury soy milk. It's also used as a filling for savoury buns and pastries, as well as a topping for baked products filled with Caramel Egg Custard A silky-smooth dish prepared with milk, sugar, and eggs is caramel custard or also known as caramel pudding or flan. It's light and refreshing, and it's even better when served cold straight from the fridge. Peanut Candy you may also use cashews or almonds. Because of its growing popularity, you may buy it all year in Ipoh. 111 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -IPOH

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -KAMP About Kampar nicknamed Education City is the largest town of the eponymous Kampar District, Perak, Malaysia. Founded in 1887, the town lies within the Kinta Valley, an area rich with tin reserves. It was a tin mining town which boomed during the height of the tin mining industry. Many tin towns were established in the late 19th century, flourished in the 1900s, only to stagnate and decline after World War I, with the exception of an exhilarating boom in the 1920s. Most have closed down following the collapse of the industry, especially in the late 20th century. Kampar is 33 km south of the state capital Ipoh, well connected by both national highway 1 and railway. How To Get Here Car From Kuala Lumpur :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Shah Alam :via Lebuhraya Kuala Lumpur - Gua Musang/E8 From Kuala Lumpur :about 1 hour From Shah Alam : about 1 hour 2 minutes Public Transport Bus ; From Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan Train : From Kuala Lumpur Central, take the Electric Train Service (ETS) to Kampar. It takes approximately 2 hours to get there Kampar 114

Places To Visit Gunung Relau The hamlet of Kampar is an hour and a half (170km) drive from the busy city of Kuala Lumpur and was formerly a popular pit stop for visitors travelling to Penang or the northern states. Kampar was a raw tin factory during colonial times until the business died away. It is currently famous for its freshwater fishing, owing to the numerous abandoned mining lakes! The ancient stilt wooden Malay cottages still remain lovely and sturdy in this tranquil glen, yet it's so attractive and adorable. Address: 31900 Kampar, Perak Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday - Sunday) Kinta Tin Mining Museum The Kinta Tin Mining Museum is located in Kampar, which was an important tin mining centre from the late 1880s until the 1970s, when output was in decline, as part of Perak's Kinta Valley. The gravel pump technique of extraction is the centrepiece of this museum in Kampar. It was a shambles of a situation. A quick look at the map reveals that the land near Kampar is dotted with dozens of tiny lakes left over from tin mining. The mining pits were unsightly at the time, but now that mining has ceased and nature has worked its wonders, the lakes are ideal locations for home projects, wildlife reserves, duck farms, and other activities. Address: Lot 126026, Jalan Batu Karang, Taman Bandar Baru, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: 012-288 8530 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ kamparmuseum/ Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Refarm When visiting Kampar, Refarm will make you feel at ease with its high-quality accommodations and excellent service. The hotel is located 47.2 kilometres from the city centre and gives easy access to all of the city's amenities. The hotel's ideal location allows guests to easily reach the city's must-see attractions. Address: Lot 6059, Jalan Temoh Kampar, 35350 Temoh, Perak Contact: 012-502 6115 Website: Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 6.00 pm (Wednesday - Monday) Agacia Town Agacia is located in a peaceful region of Kampar. Its pastel-hued architecture, modelled after Hong Kong Disneyland's Main Street, provides the perfect setting for fantastic images. Address: 52, 66, Disney Avenue, 31900 Kampar, Perak Operating Hours: 24hours (Monday - Sunday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -KAMP 115

Egg Tart The egg tart is a custard tart that originated in Cantonese cuisine and is a cross between the English custard tart and the Portuguese pastel de nata. The dish is made up of an exterior pastry crust and an egg custard filling. Roast Chicken Rice Roast Chicken Rice is created with delicate poached chicken chopped into bite-size pieces, aromatic and flavorful rice, and dipping sauces such as dark soya sauce, garlic-chilli, and ginger. Chicken Rice is flavorful and fragrant. The rice grains are cooked in chicken fat oil with garlic and sesame seeds. Chickens are hand-picked for their flesh and flavour. Places To Eat Restoran Jia Kampar Address: 9 & 11, Jalan Masjid, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +605-465 3988 Kam Ling Restaurant Address:107, Jalan Idris, Kampung Masjid, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +605-466 1174 Operating Hours: 6.00 am-10.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Kampar East Ocean Restaurant Address:35, 36, 33, Jalan Perdana 3, Taman Kampar Perdana, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +605-465 8890 Operating Hours:11.30 am - 10.00 pm (Thursday - Tuesday) Hon Kee Restaurant Address: Taman Bandar Baru, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +605-466 8599 Operating Hours: 11.00 am - 8.00 pm Dai Ga Jay Noodle Shop Address: 131, Jalan Gopeng, Kampung Masjid, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +6012-267 0432 Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 6.00 pm Yee Loy Restaurant Address: 407-408, Jalan Perak 4, Taman Bandar Baru, Kampar, 31900 Contact: +6016-318 7178 Operating Hours: 5.30 pm - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Chan Siew Heng Claypot Rice Chicken Address: 47, Jalan Idris, Kampung Masjid, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +6010-387 5507 Operating Hours: 5.30 pm - 8.00pm Which One Cafe Address: 2355, Jalan Hala Timah 3, Taman Kolej Perdana, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: 016-473 9719 Operating Hours: 11.00am - 8.00pm (Monday - Sunday) Mosel Western & Fusion Cuisine Address: Taman Bandar Baru, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +6014-388 0575 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ moselcafe/ Operating Hours: 7.00 pm 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Spade's Burger Kampar (The Origins Outlet) Address: 2322, Jalan Hala Timah 1, Taman Kolej Perdana, 31900 Kampar, Perak Contact: +605-468 4143 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ SpadesKampar/ Operating Hours: 11.30 am - 10.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -KAMP 116

Teluk Intan 118 White Coffee Smoothie White coffee is coffee that has been roasted half way and at a lower temperature. You get a whitish coloured bean that is stronger in caffeine by roasting it to this much lower temperature because you roast out less caffeine. Now let’s make them as a smoothie, a perfect fun way to enjoy white coffee Curry Chicken Bread Curry has a distinct flavor and aroma due to the blend of sweet and savory spices that make up its composition. The rich earthy taste comes from savory spices like cumin and bay leaf, while the cloves and cinnamon add freshness. Now add them with bread, there are a feast you can get as a snack Tau Fu Fah Tau Foo Fah (Soy Bean Pudding) is a silken tofu dish served with a clear sweet syrup flavoured with ginger or pandan (brown syrup is occasionally substituted for clear syrup). It’s best served warm, but it’s also great cold. Tau Foo Fah was once only available from street sellers, but it is now available as part of the dim sum menu at Chinese restaurants. Egg Tart The egg tart is a custard tart that originated in Cantonese cuisine and is a cross between the English custard tart and the Portuguese pastel de nata. The dish is made up of an exterior pastry crust and an egg custard filling. Roast Chicken Rice Roast Chicken Rice is created with delicate poached chicken chopped into bite-size pieces, aromatic and flavorful rice, and dipping sauces such as dark soya sauce, garlic-chilli, and ginger. Chicken Rice is flavorful and fragrant. The rice grains are cooked in chicken fat oil with garlic and sesame seeds. Chickens are hand-picked for their flesh and flavour. What To Buy Kampar Biscuits There is no chicken or chicken flavour in the chicken biscuit. Sesame seeds, garlic, pepper, and other ingredients are used to make it. Before purchasing, you can test both the thick and thin types to see which one you like. Other biscuits include “Hiong Piah,” a sweet pastry with caramel fill - ings, and “Egg Biscuit,” which is sweet and sticky. BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -KAMP 117

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -TEL UK About Teluk Intan is a town in Perak’s Hilir Perak District. It is the district capital and main town in the Hilir Perak district, as well as the state’s third largest town. Teluk Mak Intan, named for a female Mandailing trader, was the town’s original name. From 1528 until Kuala Kangsar became the royal town in 1877, the Perak kings conducted court here. Oil palm agriculture and palm oil production are the main economic activities of Teluk Intan. Many large firms, like as Sime Darby and United Plantations (UP), own plantations in the Teluk Intan area How to get here Car From Kuala Lumpur :via kuala lumpur plus highway From Shah Alam :via kuala lumpur plus highway From Kuala Lumpur : about 2 hour 50 minutes From Shah Alam : about 3 hour 10 minutes Public Transport Bus ; From Pudu Sentral. It takes approximately 3 hour 8 minutes to get there Train : From Kuala Lumpur Central, take the Electric Train Service (ETS) to Tapah Road. Later take the taxi to Teluk Intan. It takes approximately 2 hour 50 minutes to get there Teluk Intan 118

Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan Teluk Intan’s Leaning Tower is a clock tower in Teluk Intan, Perak’s Hilir Perak District. It is Malaysia’s answer to Italy’s world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. The tower, like the Tower of Pisa, is inclined to the left. It is 25.5 metres tall and appears to be an eight- story structure from the outside, however it is merely three stories high on the inside. Address: Lot 1&2, Komplex Menara Condong, Jalan Bandar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Hock Soon Keong Temple Hock Soon Keong Temple a well-known temple complex near Teluk Intan, is also worth seeing (Hock Soon Temple). The temple’s beginnings are unclear, however according to a legend painted on the wall, the main temple building was built in 1883. During the British colonial period, Hock Soon Temple was the focal point for all Hokkien Chinese in Teluk Intan Address: Jalan Pasar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Raja Muda Palace This palace served as the official home of Perak’s Raja Muda. The palace was neglected after the death of Raja Muda, and drug users utilised and stripped the edifice. Some individuals claim that the palace’s ruins are haunted. It is against the law to access the grounds without permission because they are the Sultan of Perak’s property. Address: Jalan Raja Muda Musa, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday - Sunday) St Luke’s Church The early Christian church had no buildings, at least not in the sense of what we would consider church buildings today. First century Christians were often persecuted and, as a result, often met in secret, usually in homes. In 1912, this Anglican church was dedicated. The newspapers at the time described it as “a very elegant construction with a neatly albeit modestly furnished interior.” Address: 90, Jalan Industri 1, Taman Perindustrian Anson, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6016-442 1012 Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Places To Visit BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -TEL UK 119

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -TEL UK 120 River Cruise Teluk Intan Enjoy a slow cruise along the Perak River with River Cruise Teluk Intan where you can witness the flock of egrets flying back home to Bagau Island (known to be a haven for migratory birds). Another equally thrilling option is to take the night cruise that will grant you the opportunity to watch the flickering fireflies along the riverbank. Address: Jalan Wah Keng Jooi, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6013-596 6301 Website: https://rivercruisetelukintan. weebly.com/ Operating Hours: 9.30 am - 8.30 pm (Monday-Friday) / 9.00 am - 8.30 pm (Saturday-Sunday) Batu Tenggek Translated to ‘Sitting Boulder’, Batu Tenggek is a war memorial that was erected to commemorate those that passed during World War I. Located in the junction of the town centre, this giant rock with a plaque quoting from Laurence Binyon’s famous poem, “For the Fallen”, is believed to have been positioned by a British soldier when it was the size of a matchstick box! However, this may be due to the crystal- like substances contained. Address: Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +605-622 1299 Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday- Sunday) Ladang MOCCIS Escape the bustling city life and experience the wonder of Mother Nature herself at Ladang Moccis. Visitors can feel free to rent the gear and equipment offered for exciting outdoor activities such as barbecuing, kayaking, bicycling, all terrain vehicle-riding and fishing. There is also a mini zoo here that houses deers, rabbits and more. The Homestay Changkat Jong is also available for those that wish to spend the night. Address: KM 14, Jalan Changkat Jong, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6013-690 0090 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ homestaylmsb/ Operating Hours: 24 hours (Monday- Sunday) / Advised to call ahead and book before visiting Old Court House After two years of construction, the Old Court House was erected in 1880. Apart from operating as a site to enact justice for three years, it was also utilised as an Anglican Church on weekends, particularly for Sunday Mass (before St. Luke Anglican Church completed construction in 1912). Nowadays, it’s become a military facility. In terms of the architecture, it has Neoclassical features commonly seen in colonial structures. Address: 6, Jalan Mahkota, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak

Places To Eat Liew Kee Chee Cheong Fun Address: Jalan Hill, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6012-460 7040 Operating Hours: 3.00 pm - 9.00 pm (Tuesday - Sunday) Nasi Kandar Krishnan Address: 42.f jalan changkat Jong batu 1, 36000 Teluk Anson, Perak, Malaysia Contact: +6012-508 1274 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ pages/category/Local-Business/Nasi- Kandar-Krishnan-230146443662726/ Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 3.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Medan Selera Glutton Square Teluk Intan Address: Jalan Pasir Bedamar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) d’ Tepian Sungai Restaurant Address:6, Jalan Mahkota, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6017-848 8078 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ DTepianSungai/ Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Tuesday - Friday); 12.00 pm - 10 pm (Saturday); 12.00 pm - 8.00 pm (Sunday) Leaning Tower Food Court Address: Jalan Pasar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6016-859 5446 Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Tai Chong Seafood Address: 75E, F & G, Jalan Changkat Jong, 36000, Teluk Intan, Perak, 36000 Contact: +605-621 2416 Operating Hours: 12.00 pm - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Restoran Anson Town Kopitiam Address: 90, Jalan Industri 1, Taman Perindustrian Anson, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6016-442 1012 Operating Hours: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Restoran Seafood Village Address: 89 &, 91, Jalan Bandar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +605-622 8146 Operating Hours:11.30 am - 3.00 pm / 6.00 pm - 10.30 pm (Monday - Sunday) Poh Loong Seafood Restaurant Address: Lorong Cengal 1, Taman Malaysia, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +605-622 4252 Operating Hours:12.30 pm - 3.00 pm / 5.00 pm - 8.30 pm (Monday - Sunday) Nasi Ayam Hainan Marvelous Address: Medan Selera Bumbung Biru, No. 6, Jalan Bandar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Contact: +6010-310 9617 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -TEL UK 121

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY Y -TEL UK What To Buy Chee Cheong Fun Cheung fun, also known as Chang Fen, is a dim sum dish that we must get every time we visit. Dim sum is the Cantonese name for a Chinese cuisine that consists of small individual pieces of food served in a steamer basket or on a small plate. Usually, plain cheung fun is topped with fried shallots and white sesame seeds. Laksa In Southeast Asia, laksa is a spicy noodle meal. Laksa is made out of a variety of noodles, the most common of which are thick rice noodles, with toppings such as chicken, prawns, or fish. A thick and spicy coconut soup or a broth seasoned with sour asam are used in most laksa varieties. Mee Rebus Mee Rebus is a Malay noodle dish with a sauce made from sweet potatoes. With a hearty squeeze of lime juice, the sweetness and savoury flavours are beautifully accentuated. Nasi Kandar Nasi kandar is a famous Penang-inspired dish from northern Malaysia. Tamil Muslim traders from India promoted it. It’s a steamed rice lunch with a choice of curries and side dishes, which might be basic or gently seasoned. There was a man named ‘Joki’ who would provide the greatest services with their mixed gravy expertise. Seafood Seafood refers to any type of sea life that humans consider to be edible, most nota- bly fish and shellfish. Teluk Intan boasts a plethora of excellent seafood eateries due to its prime location in a harbour so near to the sea. Seafood can be quite costly, but in Teluk Intan, you can obtain it for a very inexpensive price. 122

BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL A Melaka BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL A About Melaka is a Malaysian state in the Malay Peninsula’s southern portion, bordering the Straits of Melaka. Negeri Sembilan to the north and west, and Johor to the south, form the state’s borders. Tanjung Tuan also has a northern boundary with Negeri Sembilan. The local community has traditionally had a large mix of races and nationalities. Some of the primary ethnic groups that inhabit Melaka today include Malays, Chinese, Indians, Baba Nyonya and Eurasians. How to get here Car From Kuala Lumpur :via Lebuhraya Utara - Selatan/ E1 From Shah Alam :via Lebuhraya Utara - Selatan/ E1 From Kuala Lumpur : about 2 hour 15 minutes From Shah Alam : about 2 hour 20 minutes Public Transport Bus ; From Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan. It takes approximately 3 hour 8 minutes to get there Train : From Kuala Lumpur Central, take the Electric Train Service (ETS) to Malacca. It takes approximately 2 hour 50 minutes to get there 123

Places To Visit 124 Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum The Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum is a World UNESCO Site.The Chan family purchased three terrace lots in 1861, which were combined to form the home. Before it was inaugurated as a museum in March 1985, the house was home to four generations. The phrase Baba, an honourable way of calling a Straits-born gentleman, and Nyonya, which addresses a Straits-born lady, are used to create the museum's name. Address: 48-50, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka Website: https://babanyonyamuseum. com/ Operating Hours: 06-282 1273 Melaka Straits Mosque This gold-domed mosque views the Straits of Melaka from its shoreside perch on an artificial island and is especially lovely in the morning or sunset. The mosque's magnificent archways are panelled with stained glass and were completed in 2006. It seems to float when the water level is high. Non-Muslim guests must dress modestly and obey the 'no shoe' regulations in order to enter. Address: Jalan Pulau Melaka 8, 75000 Melaka Operating Hours: 5.00 am - 12.00 am (Monday - Sunday) Pantai Klebang The sand dunes at Pantai Klebang were well-known on social media. There are kiosks and food trucks set up along the beach for guests to dine. When I visit, there is a night market. At night, there are a lot of visitors. We had a good time there. Address: Jalan Klebang Besar, Melaka 75200 Malaysia Dutch Square Melaka Dutch Square Melaka is the most picturesque along Jalan Kota. It’s also a colorful trishaw pickup point, it is distinguished by a group of bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings, built between 1660 and 1700, with louvered windows and chunky doors with wrought iron hinges. Address: Bandar Hilir, 75200 Melaka BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL

125 BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL A The Shore Sky Tower If you’re in search of a fantastic spot to obtain a 360° bird’s eye view of the stunning Melaka City landscape, look no further than The Shore Sky Tower. Located on the 43rd storey of the shopping mall, this observation deck is sur- rounded by glass ledges to allow the children to get a clear view too. It is best to visit on a bright, cloudless day for the clearest view im- aginable -- if you’re lucky, you may even spot Gunung Ledang. Address: 193, Pinggiran @ Sungai Melaka, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya, Kampung Bunga Paya Pantai, 75100 Melaka Contact: +606-288 2062 Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 10.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) Cheng Hoon Teng Temple As one of the prominent landmarks on Jonker Street, the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is a mag- nificent temple founded by Chinese Kapitan Tay Kie Ki. Among the locals, this sacred site is referred to as Kwan Yin Teng or Kebun Datok (God’s Garden). Constructed in 1646 with designs influenced from Southern China, it is the oldest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. The main deity worshipped here is Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. Address: 25, Jalan Tokong, Kampung Dua, 75200 Melaka Contact: +606-282 9343 Website: https://www.chenghoonteng.org.my/ Operating Hours: 7.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday-Sunday) Illusion 3D Art Museum Established as a second outlet in 2016, the Illusion 3D Art Museum in Melaka is a perfect spot to take tons of optical il- lusionary photographs. Stretched across 8, 400 square feet of space, there are about 38 enormous 3D hand-painted artwork to behold. On top of that, the realism is further heightened thanks to the Augmented Reality display centre located in the large video hall within the museum. Address: F2-29, Jalan Merdeka Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka Contact: +606-221 3002 Website: https://illusion3dart.com/ Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 7.00 pm (Monday-Thursday) / 10.00 am - 8.00 pm (Friday-Sunday) Melaka Tropical Fruit Farm Built across an expansive 65 acres of land, Melaka Tropical Fruit Farm is an edutaining modern agrotourism spot. Best visited during fruit season, witness acres of flourishing durian, mango and rambutan trees planted across the area. Additionally, get the chance to feed the ostrich and deers that roam around the farm before visiting the Rabbit House to pet the cuddly animals in question. Address: Pusat Latihan Sungai Udang, Kampung Sungai Udang, 76300 Melaka Contact: +606-351 6916 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ mtfffarmstay/ Operating Hours: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday-Sunday)

126 Places To Eat Manis J Nyonya Restaurant Address:167, Jalan Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka Contact: +6017-251 2986 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ manisjnyonya/ The Daily Fix Cafe Address: 55, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka Contact: +6013-290 6855 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ thedailyfixcafe/ Operating Hours: 9.30 - 6.00pm (Monday - Tuesday) The Baboon House Address: No. 89, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka Contact: +6011-1689 8211 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ thebaboonhouse/ Operating Hours: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday); 10.00 am - 8.45 pm (Friday - Sunday) Pak Putra Restaurant Address: 56 & 58, Jalan 4, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melak Contact: 012-601 5876 Website: Operating Hours: 4.00 pm - 11.00 pm (Tuesday - Sunday) Cottage Spices Nyonya Restaurant Address: 171, Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka Contact: 019-667 9797 Website:https://cottagespices.com.my/ Operating Hours: 11.30am - 4.00 pm; 6.00 pm - 8.30pm (Friday - Wednesday) Nancy's Kitchen Address: No 13, Jalan KL 3/8, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka Contact:06-283 6099 Website:http://www.eatatnancyskit.com/ Operating Hours: 11.00pm - 7.30pm (Wednesday - Monday) Wild Coriander Melaka Address: 40, Jalan Kampung Pantai, 75200 Melaka Contact:+ 012-380 7211 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ wildcoriandermelaka/ Operating Hours: 3.00 pm - 10.00 pm (Thursday - Tuesday) Amy Heritage Nyonya Cuisine Address: 75, Jalan Melaka Raya 24, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka Contact: +06-286 8819 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ AmyHeritageNyonyaCuisine/ Operating Hours: 11.30 am - 2.30 pm; 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm (Monday - Tuesday) Hakka Zhan Restaurant Address: 76, Jalan Laksamana 5, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka Operating Hours:11.00 am - 2.00 pm; 5.30 pm - 9.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) Restoran Tong Sheng Address: No. 377 & 378, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000, Melaka Contact: 06-286 7811 Website:https://www.facebook.com/ RestoranTongSheng/ Operating Hours: 11.30am - 2.00 pm; 5.30 pm - 10.00 pm (Monday - Sunday) BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL A

127 What To Buy Nyonya Beaded Shoes The beaded slippers were popular in the 1930s and were worn by both Peranakan males (baba) and girls (nyonya). Beaded slippers are increasingly often worn by women these days. The beaded slippers were designed to be worn for two different occasions. These beaded shoes were used for joyous events like the Chinese New Year or birthdays, and they employed multicoloured beads with complex designs. Dodol Dodol, which originated in Melaka, is a brown sticky candy that tastes like toffee and is made from coconut milk and rice flour. If you're looking for something more exotic, try the tropical durian or pandan flavour. This is a must-buy snack for those with a sweet tooth, and is often molded into cute pyramids. Pineapple Tart The pineapple tarts in Melaka are more savoury and crusty than those seen elsewhere. The jam part itself is typically positioned in either a rolled form or left open within a flower molded base. Among the most well-known stalls are Sam Shu Gong, Pooh Keon, and Nyonya Story Enterprise. Prices vary, but handmade items are preferable to those produced in factories. Kacang Tumbuk Kacang tumbuk is a Malay term for \"punched peanuts,\" which refers to a thin peanut cookie or dessert. The nuts are pounded and formed into square bite- sized biscuits until they are mixed with sugar. They're so crumbly that they'll fall apart in your mouth. Take care not to make a mess while enjoying the taste of kacang tumbuk. Nyonya Kuih Ever seen those brightly coloured and multi-shaped kuih? As the name implies, Nyonya kuih originated from the Peranakan community. Some of the ultimate favourites include onde-onde, kuih lapis and seri muka. These are usually made from natural ingredients such as fresh pandan leaves, gula melaka, fragrant coconut, and coloured with dried butterfly pea flowers. Additionally, there are also savoury types of this kuih to be found. Chicken Floss Tou Sar Kok Jin Yuan Biscuit & Bakery has a long history in Singapore and is well-known among locals. Their signature snack Chicken Floss Tou Sar Kok has a very crispy outer layer and a fluffy and soft inside texture thanks to the tou sar and chicken floss. On top of that, the interior layer is filled with sweet fillings such as the lightly dulcet green bean. BEY OND KL ANG V ALLEY -MEL A

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