PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Bukit Takun
A swimming pool, filled by the waters of a natural stream, is one
of the attractions, as are walks in the forest. The More
adventurous can try to make their way into the cave in anak Bukit
Takun, a 100m high limestone hill, near the edge of the park.
Alternatively, one can try to find the route to the top of the
nearby 350m high Bukit Takun, in the adjacent serendah forest
reserve, to view the razor-edged, 30m high, linestone pinnacles.
The latter is quite dangerous and should only be done with
experienced guides and special equipment.
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Commonwealth Forest
Park
North-bound tourists heading towards rawang from Kuala Lumpur
should make an attempt to visit the the Commonwealth Forest Park
which is located beside the trunk road. Launched to commemorate the
14th commonwealth forest conference in 1993, this attractive park
combines dense jungle with landscaped gardens, formal arrangements,
camping grounds, chalets, fountains, jogging tracks, hiking trails
and other amenities to give visitors an idyllic choice for a
greenery-clothed gateway. |
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Darul Ehsan Tourist Centre
(DETC)
Amidst the shah alam natural landscapes, an ultra moden, square
glass-steel structure stands in all its unique splendour. The Darul
Ehsan Tourist Centre (DETC), strategically located at the shah alam
square (opposite Holiday Inn Shah Alam), catches attention because
of its pure modernist look. As a tourist centre, detc is a one-stop
centre for information on Selangor tourism, promotes, displays and
sells a wide array of Selangor-made souvenirs and handicrafts.
operating hours: mon thru sat : 9.00 am - 7.00 pm.
Darul Ehsan Tourist Centre,
Persiaran Perbandaran,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-553 6266
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 Forestry Research Institute Malaysia
(FRIM) Museum
Spread over 486 hectares, the FRIM forest reserve is located in Kepong and it contains both regenerated and secondary forest which together hold hundreds of
plant life species. FRIM offers natural thrills such as trekking
through a tropical rainforest whilst enjoying the flora, fauna,
landscapes and the remains of an old Orang Asli settlement. A
waterfall and river cutting through this forest reserve adds
serenity to this luxuriant landscape. The More adventurous may
fancy walking on the four jungle tracks in FRIM: Keruing Trail,
Rover Track, Engkabang Trail and Salleh Trail. These trails will
take visitors through some spectacular secondary forests in
Malaysia. As you walk through the trails, take time to open
yourself to the sights, smells and sounds of nature around you. For
those who seek additional adventure, try the Canopy Walk which is
30 metres above the ground. Let your spirit soar as you walk up
greater heights in the canopy - the top layer of vegetation in a
forest. This 200-metre canopy walkway is built on tree tops and is
the third of its kind in Malaysia. Operating hours : Open daily
Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM),
52109 Kepong, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel : 03-6279 7000
Fax : 03-6273 1314
Web: http://www.frim.gov.my |
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  Galeri Shah Alam
Situated at the Shah Alam Lake Gardens, the Galeri Shah Alam
exhibits art, local handicraft and fabrics for viewing and for
sale.
It has a wide collection of fascinating art work by various local
artists. The gallery is relatively popular with special Interest
groups
Operating hours :
Daily : 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
( closed on Mondays )
Galeri Shah Alam,
Persiaran Tasik, Tasik Barat,
40000 Shah Alam,
Tel : 03-550 5344
Fax : 03-550 2081 |
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 Gedung Raja
Abdullah
Built in 1856, this fascinating building was originally known as
the Gedung Raja Abdullah. Exhibits in this museum trace the history
of Selangor's tin mining industry and the role it played in the
development and success of the state. |
