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Taiping was the capital for the districts of Larut, Matang and Selama in Perak. Before 1937, Taiping was the capital of the state of Perak and the centre of a long and drawn out war resulting in a change of rulership for the state. Taiping used to be known as Klian Pauh – Klian meaning mine while Pauh is a type of small mango. Taiping town.
- A Former Mine Turned Into Malaysia’s First Public Park
- Taiping’s Oldest and Strangest Trees
- Night Safaris in Malaysia’s Most Ecofriendly Zoo
- See Dinosaurs Inside Taiping’s Rock Garden
- Taiping’s Colonial Clock Tower
- Explore Taiping’s Chinese and Buddhist Temples
- Taiping Municipal’s British-Indian Architecture
- Malaysia’s First Railway Station
- Photograph The Hokkien Association at Sunset
- Perak’s Oldest Church
Taiping Lake Gardens opened in 1880 becoming Malaysia’s first park. Since opening, the park has been maintained at immaculate standards for almost one hundred and fifty years. The former tin mine has ten artificial lakes, a jogging track and houses Taiping Zoo. Mist-covered hills dominate the horizon. Follow the paths to bridges, Lotus ponds and vi...
The gigantic Rain Trees, or Pukul Lima trees, stand in the southern part of Taiping Lake Gardens. Branches curve over the street towards the water. From a distance, they appear to be bending to drink from the lake. A British officer planted the trees in 1898. Today the trunks have colossal circumferences. The Rain Trees are a favorite site for wedd...
Taiping Zoo is among Taiping’s most well-known attractions. After opening in 1961, the zoo grew to house more than 1,200 animals. Orangutans, crocodiles and rhinos are among the 140 species. Unlike other zoos in Southeast Asia, Taiping’s doubles up as a conservation and research center. Tremendous efforts are made to increase the populations of the...
A series of artificial rocks form Taiping Lake Garden’s sculpture park. The small garden opened in the 1970s to entice children with replicas of dinosaurs. Despite the small size, it provides several quirky photo opportunities. Most tourists spend 20 minutes in the Rock Garden while exploring the Lake Gardens. Wander through the mysterious sculptur...
Taiping Clock Tower looks out of place in front of the modern apartment blocks. The white-washed British colonial structure almost looks like a Far East church. The original opened in 1881 built entirely from timber. A decade later bricks replaced the high maintenance wooden monument. Throughout its long life, the tower served as a timekeeper, poli...
Because of Taiping’s Chinese community, the city has dozens of Buddhist temples. Crazy Tourist recommends a trip to both Chinese Pagoda and Hosian Temple. Chinese Pagoda showcases traditional Chinese architecture. Colorful interior rooms mix with a stream of wafting incense. Local Buddhists believe newlyweds should walk past the pagoda for good luc...
Covering two floors, the Municipal Building represents Taiping’s most elegant example of British-Indian inspired architecture. The timber and brick building remains almost the same as it did when it opened in 1891. Marvel at the artistry and designs on the upper floor. Today the building houses the Sanitation Board on Jalan Stesen. Street lamps imp...
Malaysia’s first railway route connected Taiping and Kuala Lumpur in 1885. British tin mine owners needed an efficient way to transport their goods to the rest of Malaya (old name for Malaysia). The original stood near King Edward VII School. Discover its timeless interior and the old machinery on display. Walls that once burst with colors during T...
The second half of the 19th-century saw a massive influx of Chinese immigrants into British Malaya. Most newcomers migrated from Fujian province to work in the ever-growing tin industry. Hokkien Association Building established itself in 1862 to protect the wellbeing of these Chinese workers. The two-tiered structure uses pillars and arches to crea...
All Saint’s Church along Taming Sari Street is Perak’s oldest church. The historical monument opened in 1887 and became a National Heritage Building in 2012. Both the wooden façade and intricately stained glass windows survived World War Two. The gothic-inspired design contrasts with the rest of Taiping’s grand architecture. Apart from a few minor ...
May 19, 2024 · While not known as a popular tourist spot, Taiping is an idyllic place for a leisurely stopover vacation for travelers to northern Malaysia. Behind its unassuming façade, historic gems abound in Taiping including the first railway, the oldest museum, hundred-year-old rain trees, the first zoo, and the oldest prison.
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- Stroll At Taiping Lake Gardens. The most famous Taiping Perak attraction, Lake Gardens opened more than a century ago in 1880, and was at that time Malaysia’s first park.
- Visit The Taiping Zoo And Night Safari. Another well known Taiping attractions place, the Taiping Zoo and Night Safari opened way back in 1961. Over the years the occupants have grown so that the zoo is now home to more than 1,300 animals!
- Check Out Perak Museum. One of the first stops in any new town should always be the local museum to start forming an idea of the history and customs of the region.
- See The War Cemetery. Taking a rest from the fun activities of Taiping, a visit to the Taiping War Cemetery is a somber affair yet one of the essential places to see in Taiping.
Aug 30, 2024 · Taiping is the second-largest city in the state of Perak, Malaysia. It was the first capital of Perak before the capital was shifted to Ipoh in 1935. Before the completion of the North-South Expressway, Taiping was the middle point of travel from Ipoh to Penang Island.
Dec 29, 2023 · Spare a day for a side trip to underrated Taiping in Perak, which is known for a list of “Malaysia’s firsts” and is packed with delicious food, from char kway teow to seafood porridge, and...
Taiping Perak, Malaysia. Taiping is the largest town of Perak state, a growing tourist destination nestled at the foothills of Bintang Highlands about 70km north of Ipoh or 90km south of Penang.
