Contents
- 1. History
- 2. Physical Geography
- 3. Introduction
- 4. Economy
- 5. Cultural Heritage
- 6. Transportation
- 7. Road
- 8. Air
- 9. Trains
- 10. Buses
- 11. Taxis
- 12. Places to Eat/ Special Foods
- 13. Places of Interest
- 14. Sam Poh Tong
- 15. Kellie’s Castle
- 16. Teluk Intan Leaning Tower
- 17. Kota Belanda (Dutch Fort)
- 18. Pasir Salak Historical Complex
- 19. Ipoh Railway Station
- 20. Ubudiah Mosque
- 21. DBI Swimming Complex
- 22. The First Rubber Tree
- 23. Perak Museum, Taiping
- 24. Geological Museum
- 25. Darul Ridzuan Museum
- 26. Royal Museum
- 27. Natural Attractions
- 28. Lata Iskandar Waterfalls
- 29. Sungkai Deer Farm
- 30. Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary
- 31. Banding Resort
- 32. Tambun Hot Spring
- 33. Kuala Woh Jungle Park
- 34. Lata Kinjang
- 35. Gua Tempurung (Tempurung Cave)
- 36. Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill)
- 37. Taiping Lake Gardens
- 38. Dr. Seenivasagam Park
- 39. The Terrapin Breeding Project
- 40. Perak Turf Club
- 41. Islands
- 42. Pangkor Island
- 43. Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden Sands)
- 44. Pasir Bogak
- 45. Kota Belanda (Dutch Fort)
- 46. Pangkor Laut
- 47. Shopping
- 48. Handicraft
- 49. Local Fruits
- 50. Pasar Malam (night market)
- 51. Beaches
- 52. Teluk Batik (Batik Bay)
- 53. Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden sands)
- 54. Pasir Bogak (Bogak Sands)
- 55. Hotels (Divided by District)
- 56. Golf Clubs, Courses and Associations
- 57. Perak State Tourism Department
- 58. Travel Bureaus
1. History
The present sultanate traces its origins to Sultan Muzaffar Shah, the eldest son of the last Sultan of Malacca. Because of its rich tin deposits, Perak constantly faced outside threats to its sovereignty. The state was first ravaged by the Achinese in the 16th century. After 1641, the Dutch attempt to established a monopoly over Perak’s tin trade by building forts on Pangkor Island and at the mouth of Perak River, but without great success. In the 18th century, Perak was threatened by the Bugis in the South and the Thai in the north. The state was saved from the Thai domination with British assistance in the 1820s.
The growing importance of tin on the world market led to an influx of Chinese miners into the rich tin fields of Larut. This development however, destablized the traditional Malay policy in the Perak River Valley. In the 1870s the state was torn by a succession dispute to the throne and war in Larut between fueding Chinese tin miners. This led to the British intervention in 1874 when they impose the Pangkor Engagement on the Perak chiefs and took control of the state.
Constant apposition from the Perak Chiefs resulted in the assassination of the first British Resident and brief war. The state later became a model for the development of British ‘residential system’ and in 1896 became one the four Malay states forming the federated Malay States.
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2. Physical Geography
Perak District
Covers an area of 21,000 sq km. Negeri ini disempadani oleh negeri Pulau Pinang, Kedah dan Kelantan di utara. Kelantan dan pahang di timur dan Selangor di selatan. Sebelah baratnya mengadap Selat Melaka. Perak divided into 9 district iaitu Batang Padang, Manjung (Dinding), Kinta, Kerian, Kuala Kangsar, Larut & Matang, Hilir Perak, Ulu Perak dan Perak Tengah. Equatorial conditions (wet and dry seasons) 21C to 32C with cooler temperatures in the many hill resorts. April, May and October are wet months.
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3. Introduction
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4. Economy
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5. Cultural Heritage
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6. Transportation
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7. Road
Perak is also well-connected through the North-South and East-West Highways to many destinations in Penin sular Malaysia. Perak is one of the important gateways to many places of interest in other states oh peninsular Malaysia. Ipoh is only 205 km from Kuala Lumpur and 165 km from Penang. Road links to the rest of Peninsular Malaysia, moving on to major towns and destinations do not pose a major problem to travellers.
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8. Air
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9. Trains
Express trains ply along the Kuala Lumpur-Ipoh-Butterworth route. Thera are six
trains daily, including two express train, in both directions.
trains daily, including two express train, in both directions.
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10. Buses
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11. Taxis
For travelling within Ipoh, one can ride in taxis. Inter-town taxis are easily available at Medan Kidd in Ipoh. The taxis are theoretically run on metres and have been since March 1988. There are shared taxis that go outside Ipoh City. The travellers can also hire the whole taxi. Inter-town taxis normally leave for their destinations only when they have four passengers, unless the traveller is willing to pay the extra fare.Back to Content ↑
12. Places to Eat/ Special Foods
Perak is truly a gourmet’s paradise. The many different ethnic groups that make up Perak’s cosmopolitan population have also contributed gastronomically to yield a seemingly endless range of delicious and appetizing cuisine. The popular eating spots can be found in all major towns of Perak such as ipoh, Kuala Kangsar, lumut, Teluk Intan. Ipoh is famous in Chinese foods such as Sar Hor Fun, Hong Kong Chee Cheong Fun, Char Kuey Teow and Bean Sprouts chicken. Chinese hawker food can be partaken at the fan-ventiled food court in Jalan Clarke opposite the Excelsior Hotel, Wooley Food Centre in Ipoh Garden and Old Town Food Centre at Jalan Leech. Malay food such as nasi campur boleh didapati kebanyakan Malay restaurant atau penjaja. Nasi Kandar (Indian food) restaurant can be found at Jalan Yang Kalsom, facing the Tanjung Rambutan bus station, around the Cathay and Lido cinemas are numerous restaurants. Famous edible products of Ipoh are Menglembu groundnuts, Kampar chicken Biscuits and Chart Tai (Bean Curd Sticks)
A trip to Perak isn’t complete without a taste of pomelos and seedless citrus fruits usually the size of a soccer ball, and are grown exclusively in the state. Other succulent fruits include seasonal rambutan, mangosteens, mangoes and durians.
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13. Places of Interest
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14. Sam Poh Tong
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15. Kellie’s Castle
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16. Teluk Intan Leaning Tower
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17. Kota Belanda (Dutch Fort)
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18. Pasir Salak Historical Complex
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19. Ipoh Railway Station
The Ipoh Railway Station bears close resemblance to its Kuala Lumpur counterpart and is affectionately known to locals as the Taj Mahal of Ipoh. An impressive landmark which combines Moorish architecture with modern embellishment, it is surrounded by a beatiful floral garden which serves as a charming welcome for tourist.
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20. Ubudiah Mosque
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21. DBI Swimming Complex
The Dewan Bandaraya Ipoh Swimming Complex is the largest and most modern complex of its kind in South-East Asia and boasts on Olympic-size pool, a diving pool, a beginners’ pool, a children’s pool – and the first ever wave pool in Malaysia. The complex is part of the Perak Sports Complex which also houses a stadium with a velodrome and astroturf field. Entrance fee: (weekdays – [adults –RM1.00/ Child – RM0.50 ] weekend/ Public Holidays – [ adults-RM2.00/ Child-RM1.00 ] - subject to price changes
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22. The First Rubber Tree
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23. Perak Museum, Taiping
Built in 1883, the Perak Museum is the oldest museum in the country. It houses an impressive collection of ancient weapons, aboriginal implements, ornaments and archaeological treasures. Also on display are artifacts from Perak’s rich historical culture and heritage. An excellent place to begin an in-depth study of the state and its past achievements. Open: 9.30 am- 5 pm. Admission: Free.
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24. Geological Museum
Open: 8am-4.15 (Monday – Friday), 8am-12.45 pm (Saturday)
Admission: free
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25. Darul Ridzuan Museum
Open: 9am-5pm (Mondy-Sunday), half day on Thursday
Closed: Friday
Admission: free
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26. Royal Museum
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27. Natural Attractions
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28. Lata Iskandar Waterfalls
The Lata Iskandar Waterfalls, on the way up to Cameron Highlands from Tapah, is an ideal picnic area and fovourite stpover. Its surrounding jungle is home to one of the largest variety of exotic insect and plant life in the world. Traditional earthenware pottery is crafted at Kampung Kerayung.
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29. Sungkai Deer Farm
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30. Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary
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31. Banding Resort
More information: 011-329027
For reservations: 03-2423697 (Kuala Lumpur), 05-6835495 (Lumut), 05-6991100 (Pulau Pangkor).
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32. Tambun Hot Spring
A 15-minutes drive from Ipoh towards Tanjung Rambutan brings you to the foot of limestone hill where a rejuvenating experience awaits you-an in-vigorating hot bath from a natural spring. The bath is open dailh from 3 pm to 12 midnight. The facilities include saunas and rstrooms Entrance fee is RM5.00. Other hot spring in Perak are at Sungkai, Pengkalan Hulu, Kampung Ulu Slim in Slim River, Kampung Air Panas in Grik and Manong in Kuala Kangsar.
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33. Kuala Woh Jungle Park
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34. Lata Kinjang
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35. Gua Tempurung (Tempurung Cave)
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36. Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill)
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37. Taiping Lake Gardens
This 62-hectare park is one of the biggest and most beautiful parks in the country. It offers lush greenery, a beautiful lake abounding with freshwater fish, a gazebo and a colourful profusion of flowers. The Taiping Zoo, probably the oldest zoo in the country, is anpther attraction located within the Gardens. Open: 8.30 am – 6.30 pm daily. Fares are: RM3.00 (adults), RM1.50 (children), RM1.00 (secondary student with uniform), RM0.50 (primary student with uniform). Other facilities available at the Gardens include a rest house, fishing and aquabiking in the area.
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38. Dr. Seenivasagam Park
The fresh atmosphere and variety of flora are the main attractions of this park in Ipoh. Children can enjoy several recreational and amusement facilities such as the roller-skating rink, a playground and a mini-train course.
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39. The Terrapin Breeding Project
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40. Perak Turf Club
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41. Islands
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42. Pangkor Island
The most popular island resort in Perak, Pangkor welcomes visitors with its serene, golden beaches, crystalline blue water and cool, refreshing breezes. Located about 90 km south-west of Ipoh, it is largely inhabited by fisherfolk. They live in scattered fishing settlements along the coast especially on the eastern side, facing the town of Lumut and Teluk Batik, and their catch comprises mainly cuttle-fish and anchovy. It takes 40 minutes by ferry from Lumut to Pangkor Island. The fares is RM4.00. The modern facilities make it an ideal gateway. A wide range of sun and sea activities are available: scuba diving, wind-surfing, fishing, snorkeling. The following are the main attractions on the island.
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43. -Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden Sands)
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44. -Pasir Bogak
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45. -Kota Belanda (Dutch Fort)
At Teluk Gedung lies the 300-year-old stone foundation of a Dutch Fort Built in 1670, it was one of the Dutch strongholds against pirates and local Malays. The fort was abandoned after it was attacked by a local warrior, Panglima Kulub, and his followers. Muzium Negara undertook its reconstruction in 1973.
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46. Pangkor Laut
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47. Shopping
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48. Handicraft
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49. Local Fruits
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50. Pasar Malam (night market)
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Pasar malam is potpourri of sights and sounds, making it a fascinating experience of a truly Malaysian identity. Comprising makeshift stalls which stock anything from folk medicine and fresh fruits to household utensils and fashionwear, these night bazaars are treat for the sense and a paradise for bargain hunters.
51. Beaches
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52. Teluk Batik (Batik Bay)
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53. Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden sands)
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54. Pasir Bogak (Bogak Sands)
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55. Hotels (Divided by District)
(Ipoh)Dragon & Phoenix HotelTel: 05-2534661
Fax: 05-2535096
Eastern Hotel (2 star)
Tel: 05-2543936
Fax: 05-2551465
Excelsior Hotel (3 star)
Tel: 05-536666
Fax: 2536912
Fairmont Hotel (2 star)
Tel: 05-2559999
Fax: 05-2556352
French Hotel (2 star)
Tel: 05-2533111
Fax: 05-2552975
Heritage Hotel
Tel: 05-2428888
Fax: 05-2415299
Hillcity Hotel & Condo
Tel: 05-3135555
Fax: 05-3129355
Hotel Fair Park
Tel: 05-5488666
Fax: 05-5484859
Hotel Seri Malaysia
Tel: 05-2412936
Fax: 05-2412946
Lotte Hotel ( 2 star)
Tel: 05-2542215
Fax: 05-2551160
Mikado Hotel (1 star)
Tel: 05-2555855
Regalodge (3 star)
Tel: 05-2425555
Fax: 05-2411555
Ritz Garden Hotel ( 2 star)
Tel: 05-2547777
Fax: 05-2545222
Ritz Kowloon Hotel
Tel: 05-2547778
Fax: 05-2533800
Robin Hotel ( 2 star)
Tel: 05-2421888
Fax: 05-2541818
Tambun Inn
Tel: 05-5477211
Fax: 05-5467887
The Casuarina Parkroyal
Tel: 05-2555555
Fax: 05-2558177
The Majestic Station Hotel
Tel: 05-2555605
Fax: 05-2553393
The Syuen
Tel: 05-2538889
Fax: 05-2533335
YMCA of Ipoh ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-2540809
(Teluk Intan)
Angsoka Hotel ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-6223755
Fax: 05-6216399
Anson Hotel
Tel: 05-6226166
Fax: 05-6226168
(Kuala Kangsar)
Rumah Rehat Seri Temenggong
Tel: 05-7763872
Fax: 05-7768285
Kem Hentian Sayung
Tel: 05-7769717
(Pengkalan Hulu)
Chalet Sri Tasik
Tel: 05-4778404
Rumah Rehat Kerajaan
Tel: 05-4778404
(Taiping)
Lagenda Hotel
Tel: 05-8053333
Fax: 05-8053355
Legend Inn (3 star)
Tel: 05-8060000
Fax: 05-8066666
Meridien Hotel ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-8081133
Fax: 05-8075251
Panorama Hotel ( 2 star)
Tel: 05-8084111
Fax: 05-8084129
Rumah Rehat Bukit Larut
Tel: 05-8077241
Seri Malaysia Taiping
Tel: 05- 8069502
Fax: 05- 8069495
(Gerik)
Banding Island Resort
Tel: 05-7912273
Fax: 05-7911362
Rumah Rehat Kerajaan Gerik
Tel: 05-7911454
Fax: 05-7912288
(Tapah)
Rumah Rehat Tapah
Tel: 05- 4011190
Timuran Hotel
Tel: 05-4011092
(Parit Buntar)
Hotel damai
Tel: 05-7168222
Fax: 05-7163222
Pekan baru Hotel
Tel: 05-7162397
Rumah Rehat Kerajaan
Tel: 05-7167290
Fax: 05-7167308
Rumah Rehat Kerian
Tel: 05-7763872
(Lumut)
Blue Bay Resort (3 star)
Tel: 05-6836939
Fax: 05-6836239
D’Puncak Villa
Tel: 05-6838281
Fax: 05-6838386
Hotel Manjung Permai
Tel: 05-6834934
Fax: 05-6834937
Lumut Country Resort
Tel: 05-6835982
Fax: 05-6835396
Lumut Villa Inn ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-6835982
Fax: 05-6723802
Swiss-Garden Resort
Tel: 05-6838333
Fax: 05-6838158
Teluk Batik Chalet
Tel: 05-6835809
The Orient Star Resort Lumut
Tel: 05-6834199
Fax: 05-6834223
(Pangkor Island)
Beach hut Hotel
Tel: 05-6853426
Fax: 05-6851159
Khoo Holiday Resort ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-6851164
Fax: 05-6851164
Lambaian Beach Resort
Tel: 05-6854020
Fax: 05-6854022
Min Lian Hotel
Tel: 05-6854020
Mizam Country Club Resort
Tel: 05-6853359
Fax: 05-6853359
The Pan Pacific Resort
Tel: 05-6851091
Fax: 05-6851852
Pangkor Bayview Beach Resort
Tel: 05-6853540
Fax: 05-6853540
Pangkor Coral Bay Resort S/B
Tel: 05-6855111
Fax: 05-6855666
Pangkor Holiday Resort
Tel: 05-6853626
Fax: 05-6853627
Pangkor Laut Resort
Tel: 05-6991100
Fax: 05-6991200
Pangkor Paradise Village ( 1 star)
Tel: 05-6851496
Fax: 05-6853787
Seagull Beach Resort
Tel: 05-6852878
Fax: 05-6852857
Seaview Hotel & Holiday Resort
(2 star)
Tel: 05-6851605
Fax: 05-6851970
Sri Bayu Beach Resort
Tel: 05-6851929
Fax: 05-6851050
Teluk Dalam Resort
Tel: 05-6855000
Fax: 05-6854000
(Parit)
Rumah Rehat Cempaka Sari
Tel: 05-3771311
(Selama)
Rumah Rehat Kerajaan
Tel: 05-8394318
(Salak Utara)
Sukarno House Bed & Breakfast
Tel: 05-7576386
(Kampar)
Oriental Hotel
Tel: 05-4651288
(Seri Manjung)
Teluk Rubiah Beach Resort
Tel: 05-5014000
Fax: 05-5014001
(Sitiawan)
Mandarin Hotel
Tel: 05-6912104
(Pantai Remis)
Pacific Hotel
Tel: 05-341058
(Tronoh)
Kabin Chalet Lembayung Sukma
Tel: 05-6367759
Fax: 05-3677683
(Semanggol)Bukit Merah Laketown Resort
Tel: 05-8978888
Fax: 05-8973168
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56. Golf Clubs, Courses & Associations
Golfing in Perak has been a boom in recent years with the rapid development of golf resorts. Visitors are also having it good as many exclusive golf clubs have relaxed their regulations, allowing travellers easy acces to the green. Perak is now becoming an attractive golfing destination with her numerous international class golf courses, diverse settings and some of the most challenging courses in this part of the world.
Bukit Jana Golf & Country Club
Tel: 05-8837500
Clear Water Sanctuary Golf Resort Bhd.
Tel: 05-255 3548
Damai Laut golf & Country Club Lumut
Tel: 05-618 3333
Idris Shah Golf Club
Tel: 05-622 2178
Kelab golf Batang Padang
Tel: 434 2164
Kelab Golf Briged Utara
Tel: 05-533 2222
Kelab golf Kuala Kangsar
Tel: 05-776 2396
Kelab Golf Samudera
Tel: 05-683 5201
Kinta Golf Club
Tel: 05-366 3566
Meru Valley Golf & Country Club
Tel: 05-529 3305
Rimba Raya Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-312 6603
Royal Perak golf Club
Tel: 05-545 3266
Rural Country Golf Club (KROH)
Tel: 05-477 8262
Bukit Jana Golf & Country Club
Tel: 05-8837500
Clear Water Sanctuary Golf Resort Bhd.
Tel: 05-255 3548
Damai Laut golf & Country Club Lumut
Tel: 05-618 3333
Idris Shah Golf Club
Tel: 05-622 2178
Kelab golf Batang Padang
Tel: 434 2164
Kelab Golf Briged Utara
Tel: 05-533 2222
Kelab golf Kuala Kangsar
Tel: 05-776 2396
Kelab Golf Samudera
Tel: 05-683 5201
Kinta Golf Club
Tel: 05-366 3566
Meru Valley Golf & Country Club
Tel: 05-529 3305
Rimba Raya Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-312 6603
Royal Perak golf Club
Tel: 05-545 3266
Rural Country Golf Club (KROH)
Tel: 05-477 8262
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57. Perak State Tourism Department
Perak Tourist Information Centre
Jalan Tun Sambathan
30000 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel: 05-2412959/ 2412958
Perak Tourist Association
No.22, Persiaran Medan Bercham 5
Pusat Bandar Baru Bercham
31400 Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-5363261
Fax: 05-5363275
State Economic Planning Unit
Pejabat Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri
30000 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel: 05-2532800
Jalan Tun Sambathan
30000 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel: 05-2412959/ 2412958
Perak Tourist Association
No.22, Persiaran Medan Bercham 5
Pusat Bandar Baru Bercham
31400 Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-5363261
Fax: 05-5363275
State Economic Planning Unit
Pejabat Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri
30000 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan
Tel: 05-2532800
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58. Travel Bureaus
Chan Chee Kheong & Bros. Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 254 1244
Frontier Travel Agency Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 4742
Fulham tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 807 3069
Hwa Yik Tour & Travel (Ipoh) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 7952
Ipoh Golden Dragon Tours sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 255 1150
Ipoh Overland Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 253 5430
Keris ravel & Tour Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 7100
Khong Bros. Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 253 4000
Kinta Valley Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 8116
Pan Euro-Asia Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-241 9698
Poh Foong Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 6214
Poly-Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 807 0155
R. A. Jits travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 2344
Trans Asia Pacific Travel & Tours
Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-807 0459
Tel: 05- 254 1244
Frontier Travel Agency Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 4742
Fulham tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 807 3069
Hwa Yik Tour & Travel (Ipoh) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 7952
Ipoh Golden Dragon Tours sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 255 1150
Ipoh Overland Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 253 5430
Keris ravel & Tour Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 7100
Khong Bros. Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 253 4000
Kinta Valley Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 8116
Pan Euro-Asia Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-241 9698
Poh Foong Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 241 6214
Poly-Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05- 807 0155
R. A. Jits travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-253 2344
Trans Asia Pacific Travel & Tours
Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 05-807 0459
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