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Upside Down World: Anti-Gravity Art Museum in Ipoh (2021)

Upside Down World is a trick art museum that features rooms where things look like there are upside down. When you get inside the art museum you will notice the ceiling is actually the floor and everything is hanging above you. All you need is to be creative posing in the rooms to get the perfect upside-down photographs.

Credit to Upside Down World Official Facebook Page

Upside Down World Opening Hours:

Opening Hours: 10 am-6 pm (Except Wednesday)
Address: Upside Down World, 55 Jalan Tun Sambathan 31400 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Upside Down World Entrance Fee:

Fees: Adult RM16 (with MyKad)

Adult RM 26 (without MyKad)

Kids RM 10 (with MyKad)

Kids RM 18 (without MyKad)

Senior citizen RM 10 (with MyKad)

Senior citizen RM 18 (without MyKad)

What to do in Upside Down World:

In Upside Down World, you can have fun by taking photos with your friends and family. It consisted of 16 attractions which are western-style street and market, vintage-style room, girlish bedroom, and a lot more. Visitors can take pictures in different poses and will have the feeling of having fun in a sitting room upside down.

You do not need to worry about the poses, they will have well-trained, helpful, and creative staffs that will provide creative ideas and demonstrate the poses. They also will assist you in taking pictures to make sure you will get your perfect tricks upside-down pictures.

Getting To Upside Down World:

It is located in Ipoh town and just a few minutes walk distance from another attraction; Funtasy House Trick Art.

Funtasy House Trick Art: First Indoor 3D Mural Art In Ipoh

Funtasy House Trick Art is an amazing trick art gallery displaying various interactive 3D displays and drawings that make it one of the must-visit places in Malaysia. The gallery is designed by nine great local artists who work together to create many visual illusions for fun and enjoy some interactive engagement indoors with your friends and family.

Funtasy House Trick Art Opening Hours:

Opening Hours: 9 am-6 pm (Monday- Friday & Public Holidays)
9 am-8 pm (Saturday&Sunday)

Address: Funtasy House Trick Art,16, Jalan Market, 30000 Ipoh, Perak

Funtasy House Trick Art Entrance Fee:

Fees: Adult RM15 (with MyKad)

Adult RM 19 (without MyKad)
Student RM 10 (with student card)

Kids RM 10 (4 years old & above)

Senior citizen RM 10 (Above 60years old)

What to do in Funtasy House Trick Art:

In the gallery, some various amazing 3D murals and drawings will stimulate all your senses. You can have interactive engagement indoors while taking photos with the trick arts. The friendly staff will take you through each art drawings and helps you take your photos to make sure you can bring home the best pictures.

Getting To Funtasy House Trick Art:

It is located in Ipoh town and just a few minutes walk distance from another attraction; Ipoh Upside Down World.

Ling Sen Tong: One Of The Must Visit Cave Temple In Ipoh

Ling Sen Tong is a Taoist cave temple that was built in 1967 which is located at the foot of limestone hill in Ipoh. This cave temple is located just right next to Nam Thean Tong and Sam Poh Tong. Ling Sen Tong is full of colourful statues of animals, Buddhism and Taoist Goddesses, and characters from Chinese mythology.

Ling Sen Tong Opening Hours:

Opening Hours: 9am-6pm (Monday- Sunday), including Public Holidays

Address: Ling Sen Tong, 31350 Ipoh, Perak

Ling Sen Tong Entrance Fee:

Fees: Free

No fee is needed to enter Ling Sen Tong but you can leave a contribution at the donation booth for maintaining the temple.

What To Do In Ling Sen Tong

In Ling Sen Tong, you are allowed to burn incense so it is a proper worship to deities. You will see the inner of the cave ceiling has been stained black by the smoke of uncountable incense.

You can visit the “Wishing Pond” in Ling Sen Tong just to make your wish by tossing your lucky coins. If you still remain single like me, you wouldn’t want to miss crossing the “Marriage Bridge”. No harm trying since it does not cost any penny crossing the bridge.

You can take many pictures or selfies with those colourful deities statues, animal statues, colourful architecture in the temple.

Tips for visiting Ling Sen Tong

You can plan to visit the other neighboring temples like Nam Thean Tong and Sam Poh Tong at the same time.
There is a row of shops in front of the temple selling Ipoh Famous pomelos which are worth stopping by after visiting the temple.

Getting To Ling Sen Tong

From central Ipoh head south on Jalan Gopeng towards Simpang Pulai. (Gunung Rapat). Access to the cave temples is via a slip road directly behind the Pomelo Stalls opposite Hillcity Hotel.

Refarm Kampar The Leisure Farm: Place Must Visit In Kampar 2021

Refarm Kampar is a leisure attraction that provides you the activities to experience the farming lifestyle to take a break from the stressful city lifestyle. There are facilities like a swimming pool with a flowing waterfall, mini zoo, pedal boat and a series of activities that are suitable for family and friends to spend time together. Highly recommended to have food tour in Kampar.

Refarm Opening Hours:

Opening Hours: 9am-6pm (Friday- Sunday), during CMCO

Address:Lot 6059, Jalan Temoh Kampar, 35350 Temoh, Perak

Refarm Entrance Fee

Fees: RM19/ Adult, RM 10/ (Child/ OKU/ Senior Citizen)

*RM 7/ person special price during CMCO)

Outside food coupon: RM 10/group

(In the farm, they do have pork-free restaurant but if you bring own food you need to pay for the outside food coupon)

Animal Feed: RM 2/ pack

Pedal Boat: RM 20/ 40Minutes

Refarm Accommodation Prices:

What To Do In Refarm

Visitors can enjoy various family-oriented activities, such as play at swimming pools and pedal boats. You can enjoy the nature around you and feed the fish while pedal boat. The farm also has a mini zoo which children will definitely enjoy time to experience feeding animals. You also can even experience rubber tapping and honey cultivation which you will receive a certification after completing the activities. It is a quite good place to walk around the farm to see the herbs farm, cycling and exploring the time tunnel in the farm.

Tips for visiting Refarm:

Remember to bring an umbrella or cap to keep yourself cool if you visit the farm in the afternoon.
Refarm does provide accommodation, you can contact Refarm for further info.
You can bring your own food to picnic at the farm.
Prepare your own swimming suits and towels.

Getting To Refarm:

It’s about 10 minutes’ from Kampar town and 1 hour from Ipoh. This farm is one of the best places to visit when you travel to Southeast Asia located at Kampar, Perak, in Malaysia.

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Lata Kinjang (Eco-Forest Park Lata Kinjang): One Of The Tallest Waterfalls In Malaysia (2021)

Lata Kinjang is one of the highest waterfalls in South East Asia as the whole falls total 850 m in height. It can be seen very well from the North-South highway. It is located at a small town named Chenderiang and approximately 22 kilometers from Kampar. It’s name originated from ‘kinjang’ which means deer in English.

Lata Kinjang Opening Hours

Opening Hours: 9am-7pm (Daily)

Address: 35300 Chenderiang, Perak

Lata Kinjang Entrance Fee

Fees: RM2 for Parking & RM2 for entrance fees

There were few shops selling things, therefore do not worry if you forgot to bring the towels, or clothes. There also got few facilities such as car parks, toilets, and hawker stalls. All the basic things are there.

What To Do In Lata Kinjang

There are two parts to this waterfall. The first is a mild cascade with water flowing over large rocks. Many would like to slide down the rocks but that is not advisable. The shallow dipping pool here is suitable for children under the close watch of adults.During hot weather,, this waterfall is the hotspot for visitors to take a dip in the cool water pool formed by the waterfall.

Besides, there are many picnic spots in the waterfall which makes it a perfect place to enjoy a picnic with your family and friends. The hanging bridge in the waterfall is a perfect spot to enjoy watching the beauty of the waterfall flowing from a height of around 100 meter. The track is primarily used for walking and nature trips and is accessible year-round.

Tips for visiting Lata Kinjang:

Follow the signboards to Chenderiang town
Watch your steps on wet and slippery rocks
Prepare mosquito repellant.
Prepare food and drinks for picnic

Getting To Lata Kinjang

It’s about 15-20 minutes’ from Tapah town and 1 hour from Ipoh. It is located near the Kampung Asli Lata Kinjang.

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Qing Xin Ling Leisure and Cultural Village (清心岭休闲文化村): The China Guilin-Like Recreational Park In Ipoh (2021)

Qing Xin Ling Leisure & Cultural Village (清心岭休闲文化村) is one of must visit attractions in Ipoh and is located near Kek Lok Tong Temple. The emerald- coloured lake is surrounded by the stunning views of limestones which make you mistaken that it was in China but it is really located in Ipoh, Perak. You can enjoy nature and step back in time by exploring the vintage decorations in the village.

Qing Xin Ling Opening Hours:

Opening Hours: 9.30am to 5pm (Close on Sundays & Public Holidays)

Address:22A, Persiaran Pinggir Rapat 5a, Taman Saikat, 31350 Ipoh, Perak

Qing Xin Ling Entrance Fee:

Fees: RM 10/ person (7 years and above)

Contact: 05-312 4140 or 012-516 1556

Important Note: They do not accept walk-ins, do remember to buy your tickets in advance from Syarikat Perabot Kota (164-166, Jalan Sultan Nazrin Shah, Taman Sri Rokam, 31350 Ipoh, Perak) Especially if you come with a large group, you must reserve a slot at least one day earlier.

For more information you may contact them via their Facebook page.

What To Do In Qing Xin Ling

There’s plenty of amazing views to see and activities in the village. It is a perfect place to spend time with family and friends.

Take Picture Instagram-worthy Pictures

In the village, you can enjoy many beautiful scenery, especially the emerald lake and the limestone hills. There are many art backdrops and vintage props for you to take many Instagram-worthy photos. There are few colourful wooden lakeside chalets that are really perfect for photo shooting. Sadly, the lakeside chalets used to open for overstay visitors but due to some complaints since the Qing Xin Ling is located near the residential area.

Explore The Cultural and Memory Path

In Qing Xin Ling, you get the chance to see and find many nostalgic and vintage antique displays which most of them are from the 60’s to 90’s. If you travel with elderly they might get excited seeing those items that were used back in their younger days.

Bike Around Qing Xin Ling

There are bicycles and trishaws available around the village for visitors to roam around. It is fun that you can bike around with your family or friends.

Make Wish Upon The Ancient Banyan Tree

At the center of Qing Xin Ling you can see a big ancient Banyan that is full of red ribbons hanging. You can write your wishes on the ribbon and pass it to staff to hang it for you. This is one of the traditional cultures that people still practicing in Asia.

Feed The Fish

There are few ponds at Qing Xin Ling, you can buy fish pellets at RM1/ pack and do some fish feeding. Sit back and relax while enjoy the serenity.

Tips for visiting Qing Xin Ling:

Remember to buy tickets in advance, as the management control number of visitors daily.
The entrance ticket include the bicycles and trishaws rental in the village
The parking area at Qing Xin Ling is limited, therefore you can consider carpooling with family and friends. Be considerate when you park at the residence area.
Recommend to bring a portable fan and umbrella if you visit in the afternoon
You can prepare some water and light snacks.

Getting To Qing Xin Ling

It’s about 15-20 minutes’ drive from Ipoh town and 1 hour drive from Kampar to Qing Xin Ling.It is located in a residence area.

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Kellie’s Castle: The Must Visit Place in Ipoh (2021)

Kellie’s Castle is unique,unfinished and ruined and was named after its owner William Kellie Smith who was a Scottish planter. It was believed the castle is a gift to his wife, Agnes.

The castle initially featured a 6-storey tower, an interior tennis court, an rooftop courtyard, a wine cellar, the mansion would have Malaya’s (Malaysia) first elevator in the 6-storey tower. The castle consists of Scottish, Moorish, and Tamilvanan Indian architecture.

The Kellie’s Castle construction stopped when Smith died from pneumonia in Lisbon. The castle was left abandoned before Malaysia government took over to turn it into a tourist attraction.

Kellie’s Castle, rumored to be one of the top five scariest places in Malaysia. There have been many rumors or myths spread about the castle that there are “spirits” of workers who died during the construction and during World War II. Quite a number of visitors claim to have seen the spirit of Smith at the balcony of the castle.

Kellie’s Castle Opening Hours

Opening Hours: Open Hour: 09.00 am – 6.00 pm daily.

Address: Kellie’s Castle, 31000 Batu Gajah, Perak.

Kellie’s Castle Entrance Fee

Non- Malaysian
Adult: RM10
Senior and Child(age 2 to 12): RM 8

Malaysian (with MYKad/ MYKid)

Adult : RM5
Senior and Child (Age 2 to 12): RM3

Kellie’s Castle: photo credits to Kellie’s Castle Official Facebook Page

What To Do In Kellie’s Castle

You can explore the grounds and the rooms including the 6-storey tower, rooms of Smith’s children, basement wine cellar and elevator shaft. You can enjoy the beautiful views of the garden, the nearby river and surrounding plantation from the roof.

You can admire the British and Indian influence architecture and also get the chance to visit and take some photos at the film locations. It is also good for taking pre-wedding shots or any photography fans.

You can spend about half day at the castle and stop by the must visit cafes in Ipoh for refreshment and snacks. Visit this page to checkout the best list of the top things to do and food in Perak.

Tips for visiting Kellie’s Castle:

Get ready water and an umbrella to keep you cool and hydrated.
You may need to get a Grab if you do not have your own transportation.
Be ready with climbing stairs at the castle.
Do expect many visitors during weekend or public holidays.
Plan well your next destination to visit places in Ipoh.

Getting To Kellie’s Castle

Kellie’s Castle is situated on the way to Batu Gajah town at the Kinta Kellas Rubber Estate, about a 30-minute drive and 14 km from Ipoh City.

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Kek Lok Tong Temple: Breathtaking Limestone Cave Temple in Ipoh (2021)

Kek Lok Tong Temple used to be a worship place back in 1920’s but during the 1960’s the cave was excavated for iron. In the 1970’s the iron mining activity stopped and the cave was reopened for religious purposes and visitors.

Kek Lok Tong Temple Opening Hours

Opening Hours: 7am to 4:30pm

Address: Persiaran Sepakat 3, Taman Endah Jaya, 31350 Ipoh, Perak

Kek Lok Tong Entrance Fee

Fees: Free

No fee is needed to enter Kek Lok Tong but visitors can leave a contribution at the donation booth for maintaining the temple. Most of the temples in Malaysia are free of charge.

You can buy fish pellets to feed the fish koi at the fish pond.

What To Do In Kek Lok Tong

You can admire the incredible and beautiful limestone cave formation. The spacious cave with large openings at each end, allows the refreshing breeze to blow through the cave and good natural light. You can sit back and relax to enjoy the breezy and calm atmosphere at the cave.

There is a garden behind the cave with a jogging path and reflexology path surrounding the lakes. Get ready your jogging shoes and join the morning exercise with the locals. You can enjoy the limestone cliff view which you hardly see in other places.

In the garden, you can feed the fishes and geese, likely the same as the lake garden in Gunung Lang Ipoh.

Tips for visiting Perak Cave Temple:

Beware monkeys at the temple area.
Watch your step inside the multi-level cave.
Prepare mosquito repellant.
Best to walk around the garden during the morning.
You can visit few more Ipoh cave temples

Getting To Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple

It’s about 15-20 minutes’ drive south from Ipoh town to Kek Lok Tong.It is on the other side of Gunung Rapat. The way to the temple car park located around a residential area. It is an amazing place to visit in Malaysia.

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Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple (三寶洞):The Oldest Cave Temple In Ipoh (2021)

*Throwback Post, ALL pictures are took before MCO*

Sam Poh Tong (三寶洞), is the oldest cave temple in Ipoh, Perak. According to legend this cave temple was discovered in 1890 by a monk from China who found and decided the cave to be a place to stay and meditate. The monk stayed there for the next 20 years until his death. Till today, nuns and monks who dedicate their lives to Buddha still live in Sam Poh Tong.

Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple Opening Hours

Opening Hours: 9.30am – 4pm (Daily)

Address: Kampung Gunung Rapat, 31350 Ipoh, Perak

Sam Poh Tong Entrance Fee

Fees: FREE

Sam Poh Tong is a place of worship. It is a free entry but visitors can make voluntary offerings at the donation booth.

You will see a few hawkers selling water spinach for you to feed tortoise and fish pellets to feed fishes.

What To Do In Sam Poh Tong

Back in a time when visitors could go up the staircase with 246 steps to the peak and enjoy the mesmerizing views of Ipoh! but sadly, the staircase remains locked to this day.

But you get to visit the garden that won an award for the Best Landscaped Garden in Malaysia. The garden featured a Japanese pond full of Japanese carps.

When you go inside the temple, you will find the spectacular secret red pagoda which is surrounded by the limestone. As you walk through a passageway that cuts across the cave, it will lead you to the feeding tortoise area. You will see a lot of people holding a bundle of water spinach a.k.a kangkung to throw inside the tortoise pond.

Tips for visiting Perak Cave Temple:

Beware monkeys at the temple area.
Visitors are not allowed to climb to the top of the temple.
Make sure you walk through the passageway and you will find the tortoise pond.
Do expect many visitors during weekend or public holidays. Please take note that there will be loaded with people who come to temple’s columbarium to pay respects to their ancestors during Ching Ming, Tomb-Sweeping Day (one of the cultural festival).
It will be handy if you prepare mosquito repellant.
It’s advisable to visit in the morning when it is most likely open.

Getting To Sam Poh Tong

Sam Poh Tong cave temple is located in the limestone range in Gunung Rapat. Nearby the other two temples; Nam Tian Tong and Ling Sen Tong.

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Perak Tong Cave Temple (霹雳洞): Mesmerizing Limestone Cave Temple In Ipoh (2021)

*throwback post, all pictures are took before MCO 2.0*

Perak Tong Cave Temple or Perak Tong (霹雳洞）is one of the main attractions to visit in Ipoh, Malaysia. This cave temple was developed in 1926 by Chong Sen Yee and his wife Choong Chan Yoke from the Jiao-Ling province of China. It was built into a limestone hill, it is quite a unique Buddhist temple to visit. It became popular for its fascinating murals and panoramic views.

Perak Cave Temple Opening Hours

Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm (Daily)

Climbing Time: 9am to 4pm (You are not allowed to climb up the peak of the cave temple after 4pm)

Address: Jalan Kuala Kangsar, Kawasan Perindustrian Tasek, 31400 Ipoh, Perak

Perak Cave Temple Entrance Fee

Fees: FREE

Perak Cave Temple is a free entrance but visitors are welcome to donate during their visit since it is a place of worship. There will be an elderly lady sitting on a chair at the access staircase entrance collecting voluntary donations.

There are sufficient parking lots in the temple, from time to time you can expect to see some guys be around at the parking area to guide you while you park your car which you don’t really need and they will be collecting “tips” or fees from you. But the good thing is they do not demand a certain amount from you, like those in many public parking areas. To avoid trouble you can just pay a little “fee” to them.

The staircase to reach the top of the cave

What To Do In Perak Cave Temple

Once you enter the temple you will see the 40-feet tall gold Buddha statue. There are more than 40 Buddha statues. In the temple there are many colourful murals and Chinese calligraphy from the masters on the walls of the cave.

Besides that, the Perak Cave Temple is a good spot for some workout if you accept the challenge of climbing the staircase that is approximately 450-500 steps leading to the peak of the cave temple. Elders and those who are not suitably advised do not climb. When you reach the peak, do expect to see the breath taking of mountain views and also the industrial area beneath.

You can stroll at the landscaped garden which is located in front of the temple. It is a nice garden but compared to the one at the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple would be much fascinating.

Tips for visiting Perak Cave Temple:

Beware of the slippery steps.
Access to the staircase to climb to the peak will close at 4pm.
Be aware of the monkeys outside in the car park area
Do expect many visitors during weekend or public holidays
A parking fee was requested in the parking area.

Getting To Perak Cave Temple

It is a 15-20 minute drive north on Federal Route 1 from Ipoh town to Jalan Kuala Kangsar where the temple is located. To be advised to go by own transport or Grab.

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Upside Down World Opening Hours:

Upside Down World Entrance Fee:

What to do in Upside Down World:

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Funtasy House Trick Art Opening Hours:

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Getting To Funtasy House Trick Art:

Ling Sen Tong Opening Hours:

Ling Sen Tong Entrance Fee:

What To Do In Ling Sen Tong

Tips for visiting Ling Sen Tong

Getting To Ling Sen Tong

Refarm Opening Hours:

Refarm Entrance Fee

What To Do In Refarm

Tips for visiting Refarm:

Getting To Refarm:

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Lata Kinjang Opening Hours

Lata Kinjang Entrance Fee

What To Do In Lata Kinjang

Tips for visiting Lata Kinjang:

Getting To Lata Kinjang

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Qing Xin Ling Opening Hours:

Qing Xin Ling Entrance Fee:

What To Do In Qing Xin Ling

Take Picture Instagram-worthy Pictures

Explore The Cultural and Memory Path

Bike Around Qing Xin Ling

Make Wish Upon The Ancient Banyan Tree

Feed The Fish

Tips for visiting Qing Xin Ling:

Getting To Qing Xin Ling

Kellie’s Castle Opening Hours

Kellie’s Castle Entrance Fee

What To Do In Kellie’s Castle

Tips for visiting Kellie’s Castle:

Getting To Kellie’s Castle

Kek Lok Tong Temple Opening Hours

Kek Lok Tong Entrance Fee

What To Do In Kek Lok Tong

Tips for visiting Perak Cave Temple:

Getting To Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple

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Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple Opening Hours

Sam Poh Tong Entrance Fee

What To Do In Sam Poh Tong

Tips for visiting Perak Cave Temple:

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Perak Cave Temple Opening Hours

Perak Cave Temple Entrance Fee

What To Do In Perak Cave Temple

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