PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Dato' Maharaja Lela's
Fortress
Situated approximately 50 metres from the Pasir Salak Historical
Complex. And close to the original official residence of Malay
warrior Dato' Maharaja Lela, the structure of the fortress in its
original form was basically square, and surrounded by deep drains.
The fortress, along with the official home, was burnt to the ground
by British colonial forces in retaliation to the killing of the
British Resident Birch in 1875. Plans are afoot by the National
Museum and Perak State Government t re-construct the residence and
the fortress used by Datuk Maharaja Lela. |
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 James W.W. Birch's
Grave
According to records, James Birch was murdered on the 2nd of
November 1875 while he was taking a bath in the Perak River. His
corpse was recovered by the British and he was finally laid to rest
at what is now Bandar Baru, 5 kilometres from Pasir Salak. |
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 Kutai Houses
Within the Pasir Salak Historical Complex are situated two fine
examples of traditional Perak Malay houses, popularly known as the
"Kutai" Houses ("kutai" is a vernacular title meaning "old" or
"ancient"). The structure and constructure of these houses are
original and unique, built using only wood, with special joints and
grooves but totally without the use of metal, (nails,etc). |
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Pasir Salak Cultural
Centre
The Pasir Salak Cultural Centre offers cultural activities such as
cultural performances, poetry reading, demonstration of ikatan
tengkolok (tying of traditional headgear), and traditional pastimes
like congkak (boardgame), main wau (giant kite flying), gasing (top
spinning) and sepak takraw (wicker ball game). Located within the
compounds of the Pasir Salak Historical Complex.
Kompleks Sejarah Pasir Salak,
Kampung Gajah,
Pasir Salak,
Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel : 05-631 4462
Fax : 05-631 3599 |
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  Pasir Salak Historical
Complex
Time seems to stand still in this little village beside a slow
river. Pasir Salak is well-known for its ancient Malay architecture
and craft; every wooden house is decorated with intricate
traditional designs and nature inspired motifs. Here, too stands
the memorial dedicated to the historical incident in which the
first British Resident in Perak, J.W.W Birch was slain by the late
Maharaja Lela, Dato' Sagor and Si Puntum. There are also two 'Kutai
House' (Perak traditional house) inside the complex. These houses
would display various local historical and Malay culture
artifacts.
Opening Hours :
10am to 5pm (Monday - Thursday)
10am to Noon and 2.45pm to 5pm (Friday)
10am to 6pm (Weekend and Public Holiday)
Admission :
RM4 (Adult)
RM2 (Child)
Kampung Pasir Salak
36800 Kampung Gajah
Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel : 05-631 1462 |
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 Pasir Salak Mosque
The original mosque of Pasir Salak was built in November 1929. In
May 1964, a section of this mosque was renovated. Renovations were
completed in September 19 the same year, with much of its original
features preserved. |
