Cameron Highlands
One of the most visited highlands in Malaysia, second only to Genting
Highlands. The charm is mainly the coolness in weather and the serenity tea
farms around, proving to be a popular destination to escape the hustle and
bustle of city, especially the Singaporeans and city folks from Kuala Lumpur.
It has 4 townships, namely Ringlet, Tanah Rata, Brinchang and Kampung Raja, all
nestle at an altitude of more than 1,000 meters above sea levels.
The temperature never exceeds 25 degree Celsius, which is a blessing for the
constant summer tropics in Malaysia. During the night, the temperature may falls
below 12 degree Celsius, hence the most popular dinner menu is steamboat.
The climate provides the perfect temperature to grow teas, which you will notice
that there will be many tea plantations around. One of the most visited tea farm
is the Boh Tea house, where you can get a guided tour around the farm and
factory, and buy the freshest teas right from the farm.
Most of the vegetables and fruits supply come from Cameron Highlands in
Malaysia, you will be able to buy the freshest vegetables and fruits straight
from the vegetable farms. There are also sold in markets in the towns. There are
also Strawberry Farms where you can 'pick-your-own-strawberry' and get many
innovative strawberry products like strawberry chocolate, smoothies and even
dried strawberry. Apart from all those, you can also visit the Honey Bee Farm,
Butterfly Farm and Flower Nurseries.
Museum Galleries also known as Time Tunnel Museums is another must see
attractions, it present the past and present of Cameron Highland's history
through photography, bringing and capturing the scene from the past.
Getting There
Cameron Highlands is located at the north-west tip of Pahang state, sharing
borders with Kelantan and Perak. It is 200 km from Kuala Lumpur and 80 km from
Ipoh. The recommended transport is by own vehicle. That way you can explore the
towns in Cameron Highlands at your own pace.
It will take 3.5 hours to get there from Kuala Lumpur using the North-South
Expressway, following Ipoh's direction. Turn into Tapah and Cameron Highlands
exit (exit 132).
From Ipoh and northern side, using the North-South Expressway and exit in
Simpang Pulai, follow the road sign to reach Cameron Highlands. It only takes
about 45 minutes to get to Kampung Raja from Simpang Pulai.
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