Located in western Malaysia’s Pahang, Cameron Highlands is a fresh and verdant destination filled with myriad of things to do and see. Filling up the more than 712 square kilometers in land, there are activities and trips that are bound to deliver an awesome and splendid holiday for you and your family.
From rolling tea plantations and vibrant flower fields, to cool museums and religious sites, Cameron Highlands is one cool (pun intended) place to add to your holiday destinations bucket list.
If stunning flourishing vistas and undulating hills and mountains covered with a blanket of lush leaves are your cup of tea, never miss visiting one of the Cameron Highlands’ tea plantations. On top of being able to be awed at the majestic views of the plantations, most offer tea tasting opportunities and the chance to learn more about the local tea-growing industry.
The higher altitudes and cooler temperatures of Cameron Highlands make it relatively easy for farmers to grow strawberries. It is the only place in Malaysia where strawberries are grown. There are many strawberry farms around the area, most of which allow visitors to look around and pick their own fruits. Many of them sell a wide variety of strawberry-flavored delicacies and strawberry-themed souvenirs.
Have you ever wondered how bees produce sweet and sticky honey? Head over to the honey farms in Cameron Highlands to find out. There are several honey farms in the area, including Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm, Ee Feng Gu Bee Farm, and Highlands Apiary Farm. Each provides interesting details about the life cycle of the bee and the production and purpose of honey. Taste locally produced honey, meet the beekeepers, and buy a range of goodies made from honey. On top of the obvious jars of honey and honey-flavored treats, you will also find other things like honey soaps and hair products.
There are two main cactus centres in Cameron Highlands: Cactus Valley and Cactus Point. Each is home to a large collection of cacti, with spines big and small growing from plants of all different shapes, sizes and colors.
The panoramic Lavender Centre is one of the prettiest places in Cameron Highlands. Home to a staggering assortment of different lavender varieties, the purples, lilacs, mauves, and blues cannot fail to impress. Stroll along the well-maintained pathways, while taking in the distinct, strong aromas. Learn more about the use of lavender, including for medicinal and therapeutic reasons. It is rather enlightening to learn about the culinary uses of the plant too. You can also buy an assortment of goods made from lavender to take home as an unusual gift or souvenir.
The Rose Centre is all about delicate fragrances and beautiful colors. With more than 100 species of roses, be prepared to be in awe when you visit the Rose Centre. After walking around and admiring the flowers, follow the elevated walking trail for great views over the surrounding mountainous area that provides opportunities to take photos that are Instagram worthy.
Have you ever wanted to enter a tropical garden filled with colorful butterflies flitting through the air and sitting on the flowers? The Butterfly Farm is the place to be, and it is sure to delight. Popular with children and adults alike, the facility also has a large collection of creepy crawlies. Be ready to watch insects, spiders, and reptiles with a mixture of curiosity, intrigue, revulsion, and horror.
A one-stop-shop for visitors who are interested in local farming practices and agriculture, the expansive Mardi has a number of gardens where different items are grown. From tea and roses to grapes and herbs, stroll through the well-ordered gardens and discover more. The information center is a useful source of interesting facts, and plants and seeds are available to purchase.
Time Tunnel, or sometimes referred to as The Local Museum is much more than just a museum. Time Tunnel lets you experience life in times of our ancestors. Immerse yourself in different scenes and play with various props for fun and photographs to spruce up your social media accounts. Sit down for a cup of tea, step into a hairdressing shop, climb behind a bar counter, pose with a drinks’ cart, play with vintage games, and more. The collection of memorabilia is impressive, and it is a top place to learn more about local life following the Japanese occupation.
Mah Meri Art Gallery highlights the delicate and intricate indigenous woodcarvings that are customarily produced by the Mah Meri ethnic group. The Mah Meri people come from the country’s Carey Island. There are masks, statues, and more, all expertly carved from wood.
The large Sam Poh Temple is one of the main Buddhist temples in Cameron Highlands. The walls of the main temple display hundreds of small ceramic images of the Lord Buddha, and there are many other Buddha statues and pictures to admire. The scent of incense hangs heavy in the air and you may spot local Buddhists visiting to pray and make merit.
Nestled at the top of Gunung Brinchang, one of the area’s highest peaks, the Mossy Forest is a great place to experience the natural world. Named because of the thick layer of moss that covers the forest’s floor, the Mossy Forest has a boardwalk that makes exploring the area easy. There are sweeping views of the surrounding and the dense foliage and tall trees provide plenty of shade. Fog sometimes hangs thickly in the air and the forest is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna.
Providing a window into local life, the markets around Cameron Highlands typically sell an assortment of fresh produce, herbs, clothing, and other day-to-day items. Many also cater to tourists, with an array of souvenirs and trinkets and, of course, local products like tea, honey, and strawberries.
There really are abundance of awesome things to see and do in Malaysia’s picturesque Cameron Highlands.
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