Taiping Trip
About Taiping
Taiping (太平) is a town located in Larut, Matang and Selama District, Perak, Malaysia. With a population of 217,647 (in 2011), it is the second largest town in Perak after Ipoh, the state capital. Taiping took over Kuala Kangsar's role as the state capital from 1876 to 1937, but was then replaced by Ipoh. Its growth slowed down after that, but in recent years the town has been developing rapidly again.
TAIPING LAKE GARDEN
Taiping Lake Gardens is the first public garden established during the British rule in Malaysia. The garden is located near Bukit Larut, and is equidistant to the town centre and the Taiping Zoo.
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BUKIT LARUT
Located approximately 10 km from the town of Taiping is a popular highland destination, Bukit Larut. Bukit Larut is also known as Maxwell Hill and is the oldest hill station in Malaysia. The hill lies at an altitude of 1,250 m above sea level, offering visitors the preserved quiet atmosphere of a colonial hill station. Those for a penchant for tranquility and the environment will find it relaxing to stroll along the nature trails and the verdant flower gardens to discover the numerous species of Bukit Larut’s flora and fauna. An enchanting view of the West Coast of the peninsula can also be seen at the summit of the hill.
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TAIPING ZOO & NIGHT SAFARI
When visiting Bukit Larut, be sure to drop by the Taiping Zoo and Night Safari which is located at the foot of the popular hill resort, just next to Taiping Lake Gardens. The 34-acre zoo is the oldest zoo in the country and is home to more than 1,300 animals including many species of birds, mammals and reptiles protected in their natural habitats.
Adults would need to pay RM5 as entrance fees to the zoo while it is RM3 for children. On the other hand, the entrance fees for the night safari are RM10 and RM6 for adults and children respectively.
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VIDEO ABOUT TAIPING ZOO
MATANG MANGROVE SWAMP
Another attraction for visitors is the Matang Mangrove Swamp. Covering an area of more than 40,000 hectares, it is recognized as one of the most well-managed expanse of mangrove swamps in the world. The state of Perak has received various international awards for the well-maintenance of this mangrove. The Matang mangrove forest offers an experience different from rain forest expeditions. Explore this coastal habitat that supports water birds, fisheries and charcoal production by walking along the boardwalks into the mangrove swamp for a closer observation of the forest structure. When night falls, take a boat ride down the river for an amazing view of twinkling fireflies.
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