40 Hidden gems in Malaysia

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1 40 Hidden gems in Malaysia

2 HIDDEN GEM 1 Astaka Morocco, Putrajaya Merging the Moroccan ambience with contemporary landscapes, the Astaka Morocco showcases unique Moroccan and Moorish architecture.

3 HIDDEN GEM 2 Bukit Gasing Forest Park, Kuala Lumpur A forest park right in the midst of the concrete jungle gives a panoramic view of Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur from a stunning pinnacle at 160m.

4 HIDDEN GEM 3 Dark Cave at Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur If you fear the dark you may want to turn away. Shrouded in darkness, this 100-million year old cave ecosystem is teeming with rich biodiversity and limestone formations waiting to be explored.

5 HIDDEN GEM 4 Endau Rompin National Park in Rompin, Johor Popular among adventure seekers, the picturesque national park is home to some of the world s oldest rainforests and lesser seen wildlife.

6 HIDDEN GEM 5 Pulau Rawa in Mersing, Johor Comparable to the likes of Maldives, this small but pristine island is just a short jetty ride away from Mersing.

7 HIDDEN GEM 6 Air Terjun Temurun in Langkawi, Kedah Located in Datai Bay area, Temurun is a three tier waterfall and with a breath-taking cumulative drop of about 200 meters.

8 HIDDEN GEM 7 Kilim Geoforest Park, Langkawi Spread across 100 sq. km., the scenic park is shrouded with mangrove forests, lagoons, beaches, cave islands and is home to native flora and fauna.

9 HIDDEN GEM 8 Gunung Stong, in Dabong, Kelantan A pristine forest reserve, it was gazetted as a state park and eco-tourism site known for its interesting rock formations, colours and textures.

10 HIDDEN GEM 9 Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah in Kota Bahru, Kelantan A focal point of Kota Bahru, this central market is a lively and colourful trading space for fruits, vegetables and textiles.

11 HIDDEN GEM 10 Pantai Klebang, Malacca Many are not sure how this desert-like site appears, but some have noted that these sandy hills are a result of a land reclamation project in the Klebang area.

12 HIDDEN GEM 11 Air Terjun Berkelah in Maran, Pahang These cascading waterfalls are 7 tiers in total, of which the seventh and highest fall reaches an estimated 50 metres in height.

13 HIDDEN GEM 12 Cherating, Pahang Cherating is a resort town on Malaysia s east coast, with local beaches such as Chendor Beach that is home to the leatherback and other sea turtles.

14 HIDDEN GEM 13 Colmar Tropicale, in Bukit Tinggi, Pahang Inspired by the 18th century city of Colmar in Alsace, this idyllic French-themed resort is nestled amidst 80 acres of natural rainforest in Bukit Tinggi.

15 HIDDEN GEM 14 Gunung Irau in Cameron Highland, Pahang The highest mountain of Cameron Highlands, Gunung Irau attracts many hiking enthusiasts for its trail enveloped by beautiful green landscapes.

16 HIDDEN GEM 15 Kota Gelanggi Cave in Jerantut, Pahang On the upper reaches of the Johor River with a main black-stone fort, this cave is an archaeological site and reportedly one of the oldest kingdoms on Southeast Asia s Malay Peninsula.

17 HIDDEN GEM 16 Mossy Forest, Cameron Highlands Sometimes called the Lord of the Rings forest by local tour guides, this uniquely amazing 200,000-year old moss covered forest is fascinating to explore.

18 HIDDEN GEM 17 Rainbow Waterfall in Sungai Lembing, Pahang Tucked away amidst the hills of Sungai Lembing, the waterfall is so called as during certain hours of the morning, a magnificent rainbow appears across the falls.

19 HIDDEN GEM 18 Gua Kelam Recreational Park in Kaki Bukit, Perlis Known as Gua Kelam or the Cave of Darkness, the distinct limestone cave runs 370 metres long and offers an enchanting walkthrough of some captivating cave formations.

20 HIDDEN GEM 19 Meromitic Lake, Penang National Park, Penang Nestled among the pristine coastline of Pantai Keracut, the lake exhibits a natural but unique phenomenon where the different layers of water do not mix. It is a sight worth setting your eyes on.

21 HIDDEN GEM 20 Belum Rainforest Reserve in Gerik, Perak Dating back over 130 million years, Belum Temenggor is one of the world s oldest rainforests located right within Peninsular Malaysia.

22 HIDDEN GEM 21 Gunung Lang Recreational Park in Ipoh, Perak With scenic views of a lake and limestone hills of Gunung Lang and Gunung Bilike in the backdrop, a cascading hill-top waterfall provides a stunning sight as you stroll through the park.

23 HIDDEN GEM 22 Hutan Lipur in Kekabu, Perak Along a tranquil site near Kota Tampan, Hutun Lipur is popular for its budding flora and fauna, and a 50-meter waterfall accessed by a hanging bridge.

24 HIDDEN GEM 23 Kellie s Castle in Batu Gajah, Perak Influenced by Scottish, Moorish and Tamilvanan Indian architecture, the unfinished ruins of this rustic mansion was built by a Scottish planter named William Kellie-Smith.

25 HIDDEN GEM 24 Lata Kinjang in Tapah, Perak About 18km from Tapah, the waterfall displays an impressive series of cascades winding down a 100-metre drop.

26 HIDDEN GEM 25 Pulau Sembilan, Perak An archipelago of 9 islands on the West Coast of Perak, Pulau Sembilan (Malay word for nine) is under state conservation.

27 HIDDEN GEM 26 Perak Tong Cave Temple in Ipoh, Perak A long flight of steps reveals a hill-top Buddhist temple, where the walls are adorned with impressively preserved murals and numerous statues of Buddha and other deities.

28 HIDDEN GEM 27 Tasik Temenggor in Hulu Perak District, Perak Located about 35 km north-east of Gerak, the 15,200 hectare stretch of water is the largest man-made lake in Perak and the second largest lake in Peninsular Malaysia.

29 HIDDEN GEM 28 Huffaz Lake, Kuala Kubu Baru A sight to behold, the Huffaz Lake captures a stunning reflection of the Darul Quran Mosque across its waters.

30 HIDDEN GEM 29 Desa Dairy Farm in Kundasang, Sabah Resting at the foothill of Mount Kinabalu, the green pastures overlooking the majestic ranges in backdrop have deemed it The Little New Zealand of Sabah.

31 HIDDEN GEM 30 Sipadan Water Village, Sabah Beautifully built with Bajau architectural design, the entire resort is built over the water on stilts. It offers a splendid experience with its appealing setting.

32 HIDDEN GEM 31 Tide Pools at Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, Borneo, Sabah Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, known as the tip of Borneo, marks the meeting point of the South China Sea and Sulu Sea.

33 HIDDEN GEM 32 Tawau Hills, Sabah Established in 1979 as a water catchment protection area, the hills have now blossomed into a park site with rugged volcanic landscapes, a hot spring and beautiful waterfalls.

34 HIDDEN GEM 33 Lambir Hills in Miri, Sarawak Lambir s major attraction is its selection of forest walks, many of which are interlinked. It is an inviting and immersive way to explore lesser seen plant and animal species.

35 HIDDEN GEM 34 Sarawak Culture Village in Sarawak Spread across a 17-acre site, its 7 unique traditional houses represent the culture and people of Sarawak beautifully.

36 HIDDEN GEM 35 Tusan Beach in Miri, Sarawak Cast in a magical blue glow produced by a phenomenon known as bio-luminescence, this breath-taking hideaway is hard to reach but well worth the journey.

37 HIDDEN GEM 36 Bukit Keluang, in Terengganu With some of the best coastal scenery in Malaysia, Bukit Keluang has lovely beaches, cliff-side walkways, sea caves and stunning views of the South China Sea.

38 HIDDEN GEM 37 Chemerong Waterfall, in Dungun, Terengganu As part of the state s green heritage and of Malaysia s highest waterfalls, the Chemerong waterfall is a good hiking spot, at 305 metres high.

39 HIDDEN GEM 38 Kenyir Lake in Hulu Terengganu Spanning 260,000 hectares, Tasik Kenyir is the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia. Flooding created its interesting watery landscape of 340 man-made islands, which were once hills and highlands.

40 HIDDEN GEM 39 Pantai Kemasik at Kemaman, Terengganu Wedged between the town of Kijal and Kerteh, it is a popular spot with thriving palm trees and one of the clearest waters in the East Coast.

41 HIDDEN GEM 40 Tropical Beach at Kapas Island, Terengganu Away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland, this tropical paradise is so called for its unspoiled sandy beaches, clear waters and beautiful marine life.

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