PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Ampang Recreational
Forest
Ampang Recreational Forest or taman rimba ampang lies 13.5 km east
of central Kuala Lumpur.it is easily accessible from the federal
capital and provides a golden opportunity to visitors to relax
their minds after a week of hard work in the hectic city life. The
cool and clear river flowing through Ampang Recreational Forest is
indeed a haven for picnickers. Visitors will enjoy the dipping in
the river, splashing water with their friends and loved ones.
Several jungle treks are also available for those looking for an
adventurous outing at this recreational forest. Operating hours :
open daily
Majlis Perbandaran Ampang Jaya,
Menara MPAJ, Persiaran MPAJ,
Jalan Indah Utama, Pandan Indah,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel : 03-496 8000
Fax : 03-496 8060
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Banghuris
Homestay
Feel and experience a truly living lifestyle and the hospitality of
the village folks in Banghuris, Sepang. This is a rare chance of
experiencing a rapidly diminishing traditional lifestyle. Banghuris
is a name representing three villages namely Kampung Bukit
Bangkong, Kampung Hulu Chuchuh and Kampung Hulu Teris. With a
population of over 3,000, Banghuris folks will definitely fascinate
visitors with their way of life, culture and their
tradition.Banghuris also offers a host of agrotourism activities.
Visitors will be taken for an educational tour to the coconut, star
fruit, guava and palm oil plantations. A visit to the orchid and
hydroponics vegetable farms are also lined-up for
visitors.
The Coordinator,
JKKK Kampung Hulu Chuchuh,
43590 Sungai Pelek, Sepang,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-841 2050 / 2188 / 1345
SRT Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.,
No. 23, Jalan SS 5B/4,
Kelana Jaya,
Petaling Jaya,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-774 0825
Fax : 03-774 0108 |
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Batu Caves
Batu Caves, located in gombak district, is said to be the most
popular tourist destination in Selangor. It has never ceased to
attract visitors, both local and foreign.
Only 15 km north of Kuala Lumpur, the caves consist of three main
caves and a number of smaller ones. Visitors could reach the top
cave via the 272 steps built specially to scale the steep, jagged
face of the limestone outcrop.
During the thaipusam festival, Batu Caves hosts the largest
gathering of hindu devotees in malaysia. Thaipusam is a religious
festival where hindus pay annual homage to lord muruga. The
highlight of this celebration is the kavadi procession. Close to
800,000 people throng Batu Caves for this celebration.
Operating hours : Daily : 7.00 am - 6.00 pm
Sri Mahamariaman Temple Dhevasthaman,
163, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee,
50000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel : 03-238 5323
Fax : 03-201 0272 |
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 Batu Dam
Visitors cruising along Hulu Yam -Gombak road would never miss to
appreciate the panoramic view of this dam. Rest-stops are equipped
with basic amenities such as gazebos to allow visitors to feel the
refreshing breeze blowing into their faces. Its picturesque
settting is an excellent haunt for shutterbugs. |
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 Bukit Cahaya Seri
Alam
It has succeeded amazingly in presenting a large part of rural
Malaysia in a nutshell-some 1258 hectares in all. Those who
appreciate beauty will find serenity in the mere smell of grass,
richness in the colour of live-giving chlorophyll and strength in a
solid trunk.
Tropical Fruits Garden and Arboretum in Bukit Cahaya where
there's a living collection of fruit and trees. One can also visit
the Mushroom Garden which is the home to several species of
cultivated mushrooms. The Animal Park, spread over 72 hectares of
land, houses several types of livestock. Among those that you'll
get to see are goats, rabbits, cows and sheep. Across from Animal
Park is the Aviary, comprising massive cages and housing a number
of species of local and other exotic birds from many lands. The
heart of soul of Bukit Cahaya must be the Forestry Arboretum where
the art and science of agro-forestry come to life.
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 Bukit
Melawati
 This
landscaped hill offers a panoramic view of the Selangor coast and
the Klang Valley. Shaded by ancient raintrees are several
fascinating historical attractions such as the Altingsburg
Lighthouse, the Royal Mausoleum, the ruined Fort (Kota) Melawati,
the legendary 100 steps, a fabled execution-block, children's
playground and a quaint resthouse which offers wholesome meals for
tired travellers. |
