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Taiping Lake Gardens was created from used tin mining pools from 1880.
So the name is a misnomer as it is more of a series of pools. There is a road going round the lake and so it is a pleasant drive or walk around the Lake.
The lush green trees and the hills in the background with man-made pavillions and bridges to reflect into the lake make it a refreshing place to charge the spirit and soul.
The Taiping Museum, Taiping Zoo, the Burmese Pools, Maxwell Hills (Bukit Larut), Taiping town, War Cemetry are all around the Taiping Lake. Address: Next to Taiping dowtown.
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 by SLLiew
First, there is a gallery of stuffed animals including different birds, bats, monkeys and terrapins and elephant skulls as well as complete skeleton of snakes, wild cats.
On the second floor is a unique exhibit of the different aborinal tribes (Orang Asli) of Peninsular Malaysia from the Semai, Senoi, Mahri Mahri, Jakun, Negritoes, etc. Showing their hunting blowpipes, shelters and ceremonial artefacts.
There is an a unique room about the Taiping Prison (Jail) which is across the road of the Museum. It includes a horrifying exhibit how prisoners are canned. Scary for the kids - crime does not pay.
Outside of the museum is a relocated primitive grave as well as old aeroplanes of the colonial era.
Requires an hour or so and highly recommended especially if it is raining outside and you have to wait for the rain to stop to go to the zoo or the Lake Gardens. Address: Near the Taiping Lake on the way to Kamunting
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 by SLLiew
Do stop at the road side for a moment for a photo and to remember those who have sacrificed themselves for their countries. Address: Between Lake Gardens and Maxwell Hill
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 by SLLiew
It is truly a zoo not to be missed if you are in Taiping. It is the best run zoos in Malaysia besides the National Zoo in Ulu Klang in Kuala Lumpur and the Melaka Zoo.
There is a trolley that drives pass all the major enclosures and slow or stop enough for you take pictures and a close look.
You can also walk to the Snake enclosure. There is an excellent collection of different marmoset (miniature South American monkeys) at the entrance. Do not forgot to look out for the hippopotamus near the surface of a pond.
The local animals of orangutan, gibbons, porcupines, Malayan tigers and elephants and wild hogs are well represented. The African enclosure is a bit pathetic though.
There is also a children's playground and a shop selling ice creams to beat the heat.
Additional charge for camera and video at admission. Address: Taiping Lake Gardens
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 by SLLiew
There is parking, place to shower, buy drinks and swimming floats near the bridge.
There are many stories as to how this place got its name. One of them was that druing British administration, there was a Burmese army camp which used to bath at this spot. Address: Between Lake Gardens and Maxwell Hill
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The local Chinese called it "Kopi Sua" or "Coffee Hill" and so when I was young, I imagined there will be coffee powder all the way up the hill.
I have been up to Maxwell Hill many times, by jeep or by walking. Day trip or staying overnight in one of the bungalows up there.
The view is majestic up there to see the whole Larut plain below. There is not much land at the top and every where is a slope up there.
It is a great place to see butterflies and watch birds. At night, it can get foggy and all kinds of moths and insects will gather around the light sources.
Quite a nice hill station. Address: At the other end of the Lake Gardens
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The postal system is now privatized under "POS MALAYSIA".
It is a one-stop where you can pay your water bills, renew your driving license or open a government mutual trust fund.
If you are sending parcel or buying stamp, there is a separate dedicated counter. For all the other services, there is queueing electronic system where you press for a number and wait for your number to be displayed it is your turn.
Of course, I took the opportunity to send a postcard from this post office.
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Located in the middle of town on the major road "Jalan Kota", it is hard to miss.
The rest of the building has been demolished but it used to be a police station and fire station. Now the clock tower section is used as an information center. Address: Downtown Taiping, Jalan Kota
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It is grid formation with Jalan Kota and Jalan Panggung Wayang being the major parallel roads.
It easy to drive around within 15 minutes. There are ample parking with coin slot meter. Once you have a general overview, I suggest that you park your car and walk around. Use the five foot ways of the shops for shade and general walking safety.
Jalan Kota is the main drag and will lead towards the Taiping Lake Gardens.
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