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As the state capital of Perak found on Malaysia’s western coast, Ipoh serves as a major gateway to the Cameron Highlands. With Ipoh being the fourth largest city in Malaysia, you will be welcomed be a rich blend of cultures exquisitely exhibited through the architecture, cultural sites and local food. There are numerous places of historical importance found throughout Ipoh, while religious monuments are equally common. With a theme park waiting, amazing outdoor adventures in the Gunung Lang Recreational Park and other scenic areas, and great food, Ipoh is a city which you could explore for days on end. Here we’ll be taking you through the best apartments in Ipoh, while also pointing out the must-see points of interest.

About Ipoh

Ipoh is home to sites of worship for every faith, with even the oldest and largest place of worship in the region being found nearby. From the Chinese Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple to the vibrant Enlightened Heart Tibetan Temple upon its green limestone hills, there are amazing places to discover in and around Ipoh.

Top Attractions in Ipoh

Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple is the oldest and largest cave temple in Ipoh. You will be greeted by a landscaped garden featuring a beautiful koi pond. The Chinese architecture grants a glimpse into Chinese culture and mysticism, while the Buddha statue inside the temple depicts a very serene state. Within the cave system there are four temples in total, with the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple carrying the most amazing adornments out of the range found here. Before leaving be sure to check out the turtle pond situated at the back of the temple and perhaps enjoy a meal from the temple’s vegetarian restaurant.

Just a few minutes outside of Ipoh is Gunung Lang Recreational Park. Traversing the trails and hiking spots leading to Lang Mountain, or Gunung Lang, grants great adventure and amazing surroundings at every turn. It takes an extremely scenic boat ride to reach the park, while once you are there you are likely to catch a glimpse of numerous lizards, snakes, monkeys and birds, with even an ostrich and deer enclosure present where you are allowed to feed the animals.

What to eat in Ipoh

Ipoh has a great range of local delicacies which have to be sampled by any visitors to the region. Be on the lookout for chicken served with bean sprouts, cooked up in a blend of soy sauce and sesame oil and served with rice or noodles. Ipoh sar hor fun is a noodle soup made from either prawn or chicken which carries flavour like no other broth, another local favourite. A must-try is the exotic citrus found here. Pomelos have a thick rind and carry a mild taste, however this is one of the only places you’ll be able to sample this amazing fruit.

Best Places to Shop in Ipoh

Ipoh has a great selection of places to shop. The city’s three major malls are the Kinta City Shopping Centre, the Ipoh Parade and the AEON Shopping Centre in Station 18. If you are looking for trendy fashion, try the boutiques found at Ipoh Garden South.