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Taman Chempaka Sari | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. A recreational park situated on the bank of Perak River which offers a peaceful and relaxing environment. Being the favourite outing venue for the local families, this park is also a popular spot for festivities, water activities and is truly a perfect getaway for a break. The Chempaka Sari Park was also the location for the shooting of a French film ‘Indochine’ during the 1980s. Near the park, there is a rest house located by the riverbank.
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Bota | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. Bota, a small town in the district of Perak Tengah, is geographically separated by the Perak River into Bota Kiri (left) and Bota Kanan (right). It is famous for its durian – the “King of Fruits”, and not to mention its main attraction – the river terrapin breeding farm. The River Terrapin Breeding Farm. To date, this Hatchery has released more than 40,000 young river terrapins into the Perak River. More Info on the River Terrapin and the Conservation Centre.
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Tortoise Conservation Centre | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. The River Terrapin (Batagur Baska). A freshwater species of tortoise which feed on aquatic vegetation found along the riverbank. Currently, in Peninsular Malaysia, besides Sungai Pinang in Kedah and Sungai Paloh in Terengganu, Perak River is the favourite nesting ground for this tortoise. Visitors during this season will have the opportunity to witness the migrating River Terrapins laying eggs in the wild. Visitor’s Information Centre. This area is where eggs...
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Historical Highlights | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. The Warrior’s Memorial. Warriors such as Dato’ Maharaja Lela and Dato’ Sagor were honoured with memorials erected in the shape of a Sundang (broad sword), which was used against the British. The burial site of the alleged assassin. The Historical Time Tunnel. This is one of the most interesting attractions whereby dioramas of important events that took place in Malaysian’s history are featured. Rumah Kutai (Ancient House). Pasir Salak Cultural Centre. Recover...
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Parit | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. A rural town situated by the Perak River, in Perak Tengah District. This old little town has nothing much to offer except for some remaining old architectural structures from the colonial days such as post office, police station, Iskandar Shah school and old shop-houses lining along the street. Basically, shops are closed by 6:00pm, except for a few food stalls. Parit’s Main Attraction:. Parit is an easily accessible town with excellent road network which lin...
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Getting In | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. Perak Tengah District is serviced by an efficient transport facility via a modern road system. The fully completed north-south highway shortens the distance between the district with the international gateways of Penang in the north and Kuala Lumpur in the south. Thus, you can visit Perak Tengah District by taking the bus, taxi or just drive there on your own. Towns & Attractions. Arts & Culture. Pulau Tiga Handicraft Centre. Blog at WordPress.com.
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Pasir Salak | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. Pasir Salak, a significant contribution to Malaysia’s independence, is the origin of the Malay‘s nationalism revolution in the 20th century. During the British occupation, a war broke out between the Britain and the local Malays after an assassination of a Briton, J.W.W. Birch took place. The Malays however, managed to defeat the better-equipped British Army and declared independence in 1957. The Pasir Salak Historical Complex. Kompleks Sejarah Pasir Salak,.
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Pulau Tiga Handicraft Centre | Perak Tengah
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The Heartland of Traditional Malay’s Culture. Pulau Tiga Handicraft Centre. Well-known for its traditional works of art, this place exhibits a range of high-quality and beautifully crafted clay and porcelain ware. Among the plethora of intricately designed handicrafts available here are the gold thread embroidery, traditional tapestry, and the labu sayong, a gourd-shaped jar made from the black clay found only in certain parts of Perak. The Gold Thread Embroidery. Towns & Attractions. Arts & Culture.