Which off-the-beaten-path travel destination in Malaysia is so fun?

The second largest state in Peninsular Malaysia - Perak

1. Cameron highlands

Cameron Highlands is located in Pahang, heading to the mist-shrouded mountains. , Tudor architecture, four-wheel drive vehicles, waffles, strawberries and tea gardens, these seemingly unrelated things are all gathered in this tourist attraction with no Southeast Asian style. ?Take a deep breath of the aromatic scent of the plateau, and your sweat and stress will evaporate. In Malaysia's largest mountain resort, eucalyptus trees bring a fresh breeze, tea plantations loom into the distance, and strawberry fields nap under greenhouses. Activities such as self-guided hikes, nature tours and agritourism tours make Cameron Highlands one of Malaysia’s most worthwhile and accessible attractions. The area has a cool climate year-round, making it the smartest choice to escape the heat.

2. Ipoh

Ipoh is quietly reviving. To this day, although Malaysian tourists often come here to taste ayam tauge and Ipoh’s famous white coffee, eating delicious food here is the choice of many travelers, but they rarely stay for more than a weekend; backpackers Then use this pleasant mid-sized city as an overnight stop between Kuala Lumpur and Penang. ?Recently, a renewed enthusiasm for Ipoh's heritage has seen old shophouses being restored and new cafes and craft shops popping up among the historic buildings. The extraordinary cave temples near Ipoh are equally stunning. The rocky landscape around Ipoh is a veritable honeycomb of caves, many of which are closely related to religion. Three temples, including Perak Tong, GGua Kok Look Tong, and Sam Poh Tong, are easily accessible. It's well worth taking a half-day driving tour or a guided tour.

3. Pulau Pangkor

When you are gently swaying in a hammock on the coral beach, you may not think of Pangkor Island’s turbulent past. Pangkor Island's low-key village atmosphere and beach activities make it a pleasant place to escape from the world. Although there is no shortage of Malaysians on weekend getaways, there are very few foreign tourists who wash up on the shores of Pangkor Island. The only noise here comes from chirping monkeys and hornbills. ?There are both affordable B&Bs and delicious food, as well as high-end resorts. You can not only feel the influence of culture and art, but also hike and explore the sea to release dopamine. This island in the Strait of Malacca has a unique charm. To see a different side of Pangkor Island, stroll through villages like Sungai Pinang Kecil or the colorful Teluk Gedong, which is home to a pungent fishing farm to the north. Of course, this all assumes you can get your body out of the beach hammock. ?

4. Kuala Kangsar

This imperial city has always been the most historically decisive place in Malaysia. Kuala Kangsar was the first stronghold of the British. In the 1870s, the British controlled the entire Malay Peninsula by placing garrison officers in the royal family; it was also the birthplace of the Malaysian rubber industry. Although the rapid development of Ipoh and Taiping has left Kuala Kangsar behind for more than a century, this busy town still boasts some of Perak's most eye-catching architecture. ?Colonial buildings dot Kuala Kangsar’s busy city centre, while the ornate Royal Palace and Golden-domed Mosque in the southeast of town also steal the show. There aren't many attractions, but the well-maintained architecture and fusion architecture (a mix of Moorish, Renaissance and neoclassical styles) make it worth a day trip from easily accessible Ipoh or Taiping. ?

5. Taiping

Locals praise Taiping ("City of Peace") for creating Malaysia's first museum, first railway track, and first English and Malay and Tamil newspapers. However, Taiping's reputation as the "Rain City" remains deeply rooted. To the east of the city are verdant lake gardens and refreshing mountain resorts, as well as Victoria Peak (Bukit Larut), a gift from Peninsula Malaysia's humidest climate. ?The city may seem ordinary these days, but strolling around and exploring its beautifully preserved colonial architecture will make your trip worthwhile, and even better if you stop for some street food along the way. There aren’t many foreign tourists, but Taiping’s laid-back hotels and kid-friendly attractions are suitable for short breaks, making it popular with Malaysian families and even larger group tours. ?

6. Royal Belum State Park?

This state park in the Belum-Temenggor rainforest was announced in 2007 with the purpose of protecting it. Wildlife is abundant here, with up to 10 species of hornbills as well as most of Malaysia's large mammals. These include tigers, tapirs, black panthers and the Sumatran rhinoceros - although the latter is now feared to be extinct in Malaysia. Exploration requires permits and guides, which the hotel can help with. Get your hiking boots a little muddy in the park's aquatic wonderland at Perak's lush Royal Bailey State Park. Finding the large animals of Pele is a hit or miss affair, unless you hire a guide at dawn or dusk. But even if the wildlife is shy, the spectacular forests of Belay exude charm, with tangled roots sheltering orchids and palm-sized crickets darting across forest glades.