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Top 10 Popular Places to Visit in Perlis

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Covering a small land area of around 800 square meters only, the state of Perils is believed to be the smallest in Malaysia. Interestingly, despite the size of the land, the state has become popular with the local residents and tourists of Malaysia. The place offers such a rustic charm that is not present in any places in Southeast Asia. If you are planning to explore Malaysia, check these top 10 popular places to visit in Perlis and don’t miss the unique unspoiled attractions of the state:

1.     Taman Negeri Perlis

Located at the longest range in Malaysia, the Nakawan Range, Taman Negeri Perlis is one of the beautiful places to visit in Perlis. It is a remote state park in the country that features a semi-deciduous forest. It is a popular phenomenal park because the trees here shed leaves for a short period of time. The Mata Ayer Forest Reserve and the WangMu Forest Reserve are both located in the state park, providing a breath-taking picturesque of natural scenery, especially that of the continuous range of the country’s limestone hills.

Taman Negeri Perlis State Park

Address: Jalan Kaki Bukit-Wang Kelian Satun Kaki Bukit, Perlis, Malaysia

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2.     Gua Kelam

Located just at the top of Perlis and almost near the border of Thailand, Gua Kelam is translated as Dark Cave, but it is not the Dark Cave located in Batu Caves. The Dark Cave is a distinct cave in Malaysia that features a 370-meter limestone near Kaki Bukit town. Aside from the caves, the Recreational Park in Gua Kelam is also a popular tourist attraction that people often visit in the state. It provides such an enchanting cave walk when entering the cave. Another option to enter the cave is through the mountain by a hidden trail.

Gua Kelam Cave and Recreational Park

Address: kaki bukit 01000 Padang Besar, Perlis, Malaysia

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3.     Maneq Hills

Malaysia, specifically Perils, is no stranger to recreational activities. If you want adventure and extreme sports, this is one of the places to visit in Perlis. One of the activities is the use of ATV or all-terrain vehicles which are suitable even for children who are fond of outdoor adventures. Maneq Hills is distinct because it features more than 15 obstacles with tracks built for this kind of sport.

Maneq Hills

Address:  7, 02100 Kampung Tasoh, Perlis, Malaysia

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4.     Hutan Lipur Bukit Ayer

Hutan Lipur Bukit Ayer is one of the amazing places to visit in Perlis. It is where the Bukit Ayer Amenity Forest is located. It comes with a camping ground and parking facilities, as well as some basic amenities for camping, picnics, and more. The waterfalls and pools are open for some basic and fun water plays, but for those who want to access the hiking trails, permission from the forestry department is required.

Hutan Lipur Bukit Ayer

Address: R119 Jalan Bukit Ayer 01000 Kangar, Perlis, Malaysia

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5.     Bukit Keteri

Bukit Keteri is known as Malaysia’s finest rock climbing destination. It is located near Chuping and is known as Perlis’ place for extreme sports and adventures. Aside from the breathtaking panorama that it offers, the local Malaysians and most of the tourists come here to experience a different way of doing rock climbing at the Keteri Hills. There are more to discover and experience in Bukit Keteri with the family or with a group of friends.

Bukit Keteri – Keteri Hills

Address: Bukit Keteri 02450 Kangar, Perlis

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6.     Kampung Ujung Bukit

One of the places to visit in Perlis is Kampung Ujung Bukit. The homestay options available at Kampung Ujung Bukit are perfect for a weekend staycation in Perlis. If you want to experience village life and the traditional foods, visit this relaxing place. It is nestled at the heart of a valley where limestone hills and fields are situated. Most of the homestays are surrounded by green rice fields, and in terms of rates per night or per stay, they are cheaper than the rates at the hotels and inns in Perlis. If you want to experience a different kind of lifestyle, Kampung Ujung Bukit is a perfect choice.

Kampung Ujung Bukit Homestays

Address: Homestay Kampung Ujung Bukit Jalan Kurong Batang, Bintong 01000 Abi, Perlis, Malaysia

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7.     Kota Kayang Museum

A museum that is located in a historical, cultural, and archeological town, Kota Kayang Museum should not be missed in your Perlis, Malaysia tour. This is one of the stunning places to visit in Perlis with your loved ones or family and even friends. Most of the artifacts displayed here depict the civilization of Malaysia during the early years, especially because the same old building was the former residence of the British advisors. There are three main galleries to explore in the museum and they keep more than 300 pieces of artifacts.

Kota Kayang Museum

Address: Al-Marhum Kayang 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis, Malaysia

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8.     Masjid Al-Hussain

Masjid Al-Hussain is a famous icon in Malaysia, as well as in entire Southeast Asia. This is because of the amazing Floating Mosque. The structure of this iconic mosque extends through the Straits of Malacca, and the bridge that connects it to the prayer hall has a measurement of 50 meters. Aside from the floating mosque, the place is also popular with many tourists because of its spots where the view of the sunset is clearly seen.

Masjid Al-Hussain

Address: Lot 5392, Persiaran Putra Timur 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis, Malaysia

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9.     Tasik Melati Recreational Park Melati Lake

Located 8 miles away from East Kangar, Tasik Melati Recreational Park and Lake is a wonderful attraction for many tourists. The wetland which is known for its wild plant, the kercit never really dries up.  It was in 1977 when Jabatan Pengairan dan Saliran developed this wetland, and since then, the farmers continue to maximize its purpose. Now that the state government handles the management and maintenance of the lake and recreational park, the entire 80-acre land becomes more attractive.

Tasik Melati Recreational Park

Address: 02400 Perlis, Malaysia

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10. Taman bunga Kertas Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Bougainvillea Garden

Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Akashah was the crowned princess of Perlis, and this place was named after her. It is a fabulous garden surrounded by lots of lush green and colorful flowers, especially the flowers of bougainvillea. The garden is a nice place to enjoy the refreshing air, the stunning scenery, and the wide place to jog, walk, and tour around. It is close to different hotels and inns and several tourist attractions within Perlis. If you want a great place to hike with loved ones, family, or friends, this is the place for you.

Taman Bunga Kertas Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Garden

Address: 01000 Kangar, Perlis, Malaysia

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