A glimpse at Perak's wonders

Devised as the Land of Grace, Perak Darul Ridzuan, the land renowned for its natural tropical beauty and rich cultural history is actually the second largest state in Peninsular Malaysia. Perak was forged from tin mining and rubber tree plantations, during the British colonial period, that miraculously still visible nowadays. Today, Perak continues to be a delightful state bustling with vibrant people, who warmly welcome all its visitors attracted by the rustic charm of old colonial buildings that have been preserved and repurposed to fit today’s lifestyle.

For those looking for natural wonders and precious art, here we present to you 5 picturesque locations you’ll want to visit at Perak.

1. Masjid An-Nur

This stunning mosque which known as Masjid An-Nur is located inside Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS in Seri Iskandar, Perak. It is a well-known mosque among Perak’s folk. This mosque is not limited as a worship place for Muslims but it also acts as a house of learning and a place whereby knowledge is acquired by all people of various backgrounds. Besides, calm yourself with the beautiful sunset sight, sitting on the bench there or maybe feed the fishes and also get some architecture idea I guess. This stunning and unique piece of architecture design itself is mesmerizing enough to attract people and not to mention that the interior design of the mosque displays the beauty of Islamic arts and architecture through calligraphy and geometric patterns. Masjid An-Nur is also surround by beautiful lake thus pictures a floating mosque that reflect a modern touch to the architecture. Furthermore, this mosque also equipped with good toilet facilities and comfortable environment to perform your prayer. 

Location: Masjid An-Nur UTP, Universiti Teknologi Petronas, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak.

2. Hock Soon Keong Temple

Built since 175 years ago, the Teluk Intan Hock Soon Keong Temple which also known as Fu Shun Gong Temple situated in Jalan Wah Keng Joo, Pekan Teluk Intan, Teluk Intan, Perak. This temple might be a great choice if you haven’t been to a classic traditional Chinese temple that is open from 9am to 5pm daily. Elements of southern Chinese architecture could be found in the historical building design with the most prominent feature being the elaborately decorated upturned eaves which are reminiscent of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Over a century of joss-stick smoke has caused the roof timbers to blacken. Back in the colonial era, the role of Hock Soon Temple was as the CenterPoint of the Hokkien Community in Teluk Intan, Perak. The temple took on the role of judge and solved all kinds of problems that arose in the local community. Opposite the temple, there is also a 100 years old mosque, which is commonly mentioned as a typical illustration of religious harmony in Malaysia. Hock Soon Keong Temple will definitely makes an excellent day trip when you’re in Perak! 

Location: Jalan Wah Keng Joo, Pekan Teluk Intan, Teluk Intan, Perak.

Operating Hours: 9.00am – 5.00pm

3. Leaning Tower Teluk Intan

The Malaysian equivalent of the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy was built in 1885 is a famous landmark of Teluk Intan, which is the largest city in Hilir Perak. The tower is slightly slanted to the left with a height of 25.5 metres and open from 8am to 5pm. It was constructed in 1885 by Mr. Leong Choon Cheong and some Ceylonese contractors and initially used to store water supply to be consumed by the locals. The interesting part of this building is that it gives visitors an impression of an eight-storey building from the outside, but in actual fact it is divided into 3 storeys only. Curious of its inner structure? Come over now! You will most probably be fascinated by the amazing architectural style of this national monument. It is not as old, nor as tall, nor as famous as its Italian counterpart but it does have a distinct incline and that makes a curiosity worth visiting. A must historical site to visit and treasure in Perak. 

Location: Lot 1&2, Complex Menara Condong, Jalan Bandar, Pekan Teluk Intan, 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak

Entrance Fee: RM 1.00

Operating Hours: 8.00am – 5.00pm

4. Turtle Conservation

Having an intention to interact with various type of turtle on land? Then this is your chance! Turtle Conservation and Information Centre located in Pangkor Island which is one of the most enchanting holiday destination islands in the country for its beautiful beaches and its crystal clear water provide a great experience for as you gain a close interaction with young and adult turtle at the breeding farm. For your information, this centre is currently building the turtle exhibits that will provide visitors with more information on the turtles that are being bred here. Sounds great? Head over this place now!

Location: Jalan Pasir Bogak, Teluk Ketapang, 32300 Pulau Pangkor, Negeri Perak

Entrance Fee: RM 5 (Adult)

                       RM 3 (Children)

Operating Hours: 10.00am-07.00pm

5. Bukit Kledang

A hill rising above the suburb of the little town called Menglembu. It is 800 meters tall, and with multiple trails which leads to the different part of the hill. Bukit Kledang is a perfect spot for hikers especially in the early morning to enjoy the stunning sunrise view before their eyes. The best viewpoint of Bukit Kledang is at the exercise corner (350 meters) GPS 4.58159, 101.02355. An area with unobstructed view overlooking Perak at 350 meters. Along the way to the peak, there are biking and hiking trails which make it convenient for all mountain bikers and hikers. Bukit Kledang is a 9.3 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. If you are an outdoorsy kind of person, you should come here to enjoy the natural environment where mountains are covered in lush greenery.

Location: Jalan Kledang, 31450 Ipoh, Negeri Perak

While exploring these wonders of Perak, you are sure to be exhausted and hungry after going around for a long time. Don't worry, we got you covered for that too! Here are some of the must try foods in Perak when you drop by.

1. Traditional Nyonya Cakes and Pastries

Typical dishes we eat every day – like nasi lemak, laksa, kuih and more – will almost always have a Peranakan version. Here are some things you need to know about this original fusion cuisine. When it comes to food, Nyonya cuisine is a fine hybrid of Chinese and Malay flavours, using an abundance of ingredients and techniques from both cultures. Generally, Chinese dishes are adjusted with the use of Malay spices. This famous Teck Kee Foodstuff Enterprise which involved in many kinds of businesses from Nyonya kuih, wedding supplies to antiques. Other than Nyonya kuih, Teck Kee basically sells Nyonya desserts. Bubur Chacha, Read Bean Soup, Gandum, you name it. A great place to sit-back-and-relax after a tiring morning of adventure. Do come in between 9.00am to 7.00pm to get yourself a chance to taste the delicacy of Nyonya culture. 

2. Ipoh White Coffee

Coffee, provider of complex blend of different flavours, which together produce a range of sensory experience. The way it is prepared, the coffee beans used, multiple factors give birth to different species of coffee. Among multiple species of coffee, there is one which originated from Ipoh. Its name is White Coffee. The first to advertise about its ‘White coffee” was Chang Jiang White Coffee. If you are a coffee lover, there is the best place for you to visit. The coffee they serve is thick but not bitter at all. It can be a great starting point for foreigners to try Malaysian food with Chinese style. Remember the name: Chang Jiang White Coffee, and don’t forget the time: 8.00am to 6.00pm. Come and enjoy the original species of coffee from Ipoh, Perak!

3. Portuguese Egg Tart

100% handmade layering outer from raw flour on the founder’s making skills, poured into their home recipe mixtures, you must not miss this Portuguese Egg Tart, which is famously recommended in Ipoh, Perak. Their crispy outer layer texture in bites and the exotic sweet taste will never fail to bring joy in your day! Another one bites the crust and life is infinitely delicious. Sorry for letting your saliva drip, but don’t let your saliva wasted for nothing. Stop by Chung Confectionery Enterprise between 7.00am to 5.00pm to grab yourself a Portuguese Egg Tart! A note to take is that this stall is closed on Monday, so plan your schedule with this note taken into consideration. 

Food is always a craving for humans, and we always seek for the best out of each category. Perak itself successfully grab the tastebud of many. What are you waiting for? Plan our trip to visit Perak and experience the mouth-watering sensation in these stalls. 

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