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Cameron Highlands
Amid the lofty peaks of Banjaran Titiwangsa, lies the various
outposts of the CAMERON HIGHLANDS (1524m), Malaysia's
most extensive hill station. Used as a weekend retreat since
the 1920s and still, despite hotels and luxury apartments,
quintessentially is English in character. Its rolling green
fields dotted with country cottages, farms and a golf course
brings a certain kind of charm to this hillside resort.
Weekenders flock here in the thousands to cool down and
go walking in the hills and forests.
The highlands encompass three small towns: Ringlet, the
site of the famous tea plantations; Tanah Rata, the principal
settlement of the highlands, and Brinchang, renowned for its
farms. Tours of the whole region are organized by various
hotels so inquire before checking in.
The Cameron Highlands trails take in some of the most
spectacular scenery in Malaysia. You can get sketch maps
at some shops and hotels in Tanah Rata. If you want to
attempt any unofficial routes, you must go with a guide from
the tourist office and you must get a permit from the District
Office, just north of Tanah Rata (Mon-Fri 8a-1pm &
3p-4.30pm, tel 05/491 1105). Temperatures drop
dramatically at night, so bring warm clothes.
Amid the lofty peaks of Banjaran Titiwangsa, lies the various
outposts of the CAMERON HIGHLANDS (1524m), Malaysia's
most extensive hill station. Used as a weekend retreat since
the 1920s and still, despite hotels and luxury apartments,
quintessentially is English in character. Its rolling green
fields dotted with country cottages, farms and a golf course
brings a certain kind of charm to this hillside resort.
Weekenders flock here in the thousands to cool down and
go walking in the hills and forests.
The highlands encompass three small towns: Ringlet, the
site of the famous tea plantations; Tanah Rata, the principal
settlement of the highlands, and Brinchang, renowned for its
farms. Tours of the whole region are organized by various
hotels so inquire before checking in.
The Cameron Highlands trails take in some of the most
spectacular scenery in Malaysia. You can get sketch maps
at some shops and hotels in Tanah Rata. If you want to
attempt any unofficial routes, you must go with a guide from
the tourist office and you must get a permit from the District
Office, just north of Tanah Rata (Mon-Fri 8a-1pm &
3p-4.30pm, tel 05/491 1105). Temperatures drop
dramatically at night, so bring warm clothes.
Cameron Highlands is perched on one corner of the
Titiwangsa Range in Pahang. The Titiwangsa Range is the
backbone of Peninsular Malaysia, stretching from Southern
Thailand, all the way down to the valley of Negri Sembilan in
the south. Temperatures can drop to about 24ºC at night in
Cameron Highlands and it is not uncommon to see log
fireplaces in living rooms and even bedrooms of cottages
built during the colonial days.
Titiwangsa Range in Pahang. The Titiwangsa Range is the
backbone of Peninsular Malaysia, stretching from Southern
Thailand, all the way down to the valley of Negri Sembilan in
the south. Temperatures can drop to about 24ºC at night in
Cameron Highlands and it is not uncommon to see log
fireplaces in living rooms and even bedrooms of cottages
built during the colonial days.
| Ye Old Smokehouse - landmark & restaurant |
John Archibald Russell came to Malaya in 1890 at the age
of seven. It wasn't until 1927 on a visit to Cameron
Highlands, that he found the rolling hills and high rainfall
ideal for tea growing. In 1929 the first Boh Tea Plantation
was established. The name ‘Boh’ is derived from Bohlia -
the origin of tea in the Szechuan province of ancient China.
Today, the Boh plantation is the biggest local producer of
tea products.
of seven. It wasn't until 1927 on a visit to Cameron
Highlands, that he found the rolling hills and high rainfall
ideal for tea growing. In 1929 the first Boh Tea Plantation
was established. The name ‘Boh’ is derived from Bohlia -
the origin of tea in the Szechuan province of ancient China.
Today, the Boh plantation is the biggest local producer of
tea products.
| RINGLET, a settlement in the Cameron Highlands is best-known for the Boh Tea Estate. Here you can see the whole process, from the picking to the packing of the tea. |
Hiking in the Cameron Highlands
Since many of the Cameron Highlands' walks start from
nearby, the genteel town of TANAH RATA , the highlands'
main development, is an ideal base. A couple of waterfalls
and three reasonably high mountain peaks are all within
hiking distance, and the town itself is festooned with white
buildings, flowers and parks.
Since many of the Cameron Highlands' walks start from
nearby, the genteel town of TANAH RATA , the highlands'
main development, is an ideal base. A couple of waterfalls
and three reasonably high mountain peaks are all within
hiking distance, and the town itself is festooned with white
buildings, flowers and parks.
| Take a tour of the famous tea plantations |
| Visit the strawberry patch in Cameron Highland |
The MNS-BOH Nature Study Centre was set up in
1989 using unoccupied worker’ quarters generously
provided by BOH Plantations. The Centre has been
established as a retreat for nature study and
appreciation as well as for quiet relaxation. The
Centre is the ideal place to escape from the heat and
hustle of the cities. You can begin the day with
catching the sunrise and then have breakfast on the
verandah of the chalets. For bird watchers, early
morning is the best time to spot some of the 100
species of birds that have been seen so far.
The more energetic could climb up Gunung Cantik
and experience what it is like to be in a mossy forest.
Visitors can also take a loop walk from the Centre to
the factory where free tours are conducted to explain
the history of tea and how it is processed. For longer
walks, there is the track to Kg. Kuala Boh, a large
Orang Asli village. The cool nights in Cameron’s are
very suitable for outdoor BBQs.
Facilities
° Accommodates up to 46 people
° Equipped kitchens, BBQ, fridge.
° Catered food can be arranged.
° Lounge wood-burning fireplace
° Dining/meeting area and Library.
° Binoculars for bird-watching available.
° Check-in before 5.00 p.m. Check-out before 1.00 p.
m.
Contact mns@mns.org.my
1989 using unoccupied worker’ quarters generously
provided by BOH Plantations. The Centre has been
established as a retreat for nature study and
appreciation as well as for quiet relaxation. The
Centre is the ideal place to escape from the heat and
hustle of the cities. You can begin the day with
catching the sunrise and then have breakfast on the
verandah of the chalets. For bird watchers, early
morning is the best time to spot some of the 100
species of birds that have been seen so far.
The more energetic could climb up Gunung Cantik
and experience what it is like to be in a mossy forest.
Visitors can also take a loop walk from the Centre to
the factory where free tours are conducted to explain
the history of tea and how it is processed. For longer
walks, there is the track to Kg. Kuala Boh, a large
Orang Asli village. The cool nights in Cameron’s are
very suitable for outdoor BBQs.
Facilities
° Accommodates up to 46 people
° Equipped kitchens, BBQ, fridge.
° Catered food can be arranged.
° Lounge wood-burning fireplace
° Dining/meeting area and Library.
° Binoculars for bird-watching available.
° Check-in before 5.00 p.m. Check-out before 1.00 p.
m.
Contact mns@mns.org.my
| The MNS-BOH Nature Study Centre |
| The cool climate on Cameron Highlands makes playing golf very comfortable |
| Life is a journey INDIA is your destination |
| Some of the best beaches are found in Cherating |
The fast-expanding travellers' hangout of CHERATING , 47km north of
Kuantan, hugs the northern end of a windswept bay, protected from the
breeze by the shelter of a rocky cliff. Although most of the locals have
long since moved to a small village further south, the settlement still tries
to reflect kampung life. It's a good place in which to unwind, with a
nightlife that comes as close as the east coast gets to raging. Cherating
is ideal for windsurfing, and you can rent equipment by the hour.
Clambering over the rocks at the eastern end of the bay brings you to a
tiny secluded cove.
Any express or local bus between Kuala Terengganu and Kuantan will
drop you off at Cherating - tell the driver beforehand. Two rough tracks
lead from the road down into the main part of the village, about five
minutes' away, although the one nearest the bridge is the most direct.
The main drag is a tiny surfaced road that runs roughly parallel to the
beach, and this is where you'll find most of the restaurants and bars, as
well as the provisions stores and Travel Post where you can book bus
tickets for destinations in Malaysia and to Singapore, as well as local
river and snorkeling trips. They also have Internet terminals, an
international fax line, and money changing services.
Kuantan, hugs the northern end of a windswept bay, protected from the
breeze by the shelter of a rocky cliff. Although most of the locals have
long since moved to a small village further south, the settlement still tries
to reflect kampung life. It's a good place in which to unwind, with a
nightlife that comes as close as the east coast gets to raging. Cherating
is ideal for windsurfing, and you can rent equipment by the hour.
Clambering over the rocks at the eastern end of the bay brings you to a
tiny secluded cove.
Any express or local bus between Kuala Terengganu and Kuantan will
drop you off at Cherating - tell the driver beforehand. Two rough tracks
lead from the road down into the main part of the village, about five
minutes' away, although the one nearest the bridge is the most direct.
The main drag is a tiny surfaced road that runs roughly parallel to the
beach, and this is where you'll find most of the restaurants and bars, as
well as the provisions stores and Travel Post where you can book bus
tickets for destinations in Malaysia and to Singapore, as well as local
river and snorkeling trips. They also have Internet terminals, an
international fax line, and money changing services.
| The weather in Malaysia is warm all year round |
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