| Pahang Attractions |
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| Written by asiamind | |
| Tuesday, 10 June 2008 | |
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As Pahang is made up of predominantly rich natural resource, there are many locations by which one can visit the state based on the preferences. The beaches in around Pahang are located in around the eastern areas. Cherating would be the most famous beaches here. From Kuantan it will take a 1 hour’s drive to get to Cherating where one can find rows and rows of resorts and chalets for rent. For those who would to stay at Club Med, there is the Malaysian chapter located ehre as well. Nearer to the capital would be Balok and Teluk Chempedak which are also coastal towns that one can enjoy the seaside. From the seaside, one can hop off to Tioman Island, which at one time was named as the most beautiful island in the world. The turtle-shaped island is one of the most celebrated islands in the country and is to be the most impressive around this area of the Peninsular. For those who love nature, pay a visit to Malaysia’s oldest forest reserve at the Taman Negara National Park. In around the border of the national park is the Kenong Rimba Park, where one can find some rising limestone hills and lowland forests. While Taman Negara is the oldest national park in the country, the Endau-Rompin State Park hosues the world’s oldest rainforest. Known to be the natural habitat of the Sumatran Rhinoceroes, the forest here is dated to as old as 130 million years old. For those who enjoy the more cooling and breezy air of the highlands, Pahang has 2 of the most visited highlands in the country. Genting Highlands, is one of the most visited parks. It houses the only casino in the country, roller coaster rides, hotels, restaurants, amusement parks and many attractions including international artist performances. Cameron Highlands is a more resort styled destination with golf courses and tea plantations in within the butterfly, cactus, flower and rose gardens for those who prefer to enjoy the cooling air. In Janda Baik, one can visit and enjoy the spectacular views and beauty of the valleys and ravines that are poised so majestically. Located about 2 hours from the town of Temerloh, one could pay a visit to Tasik Bera which is a peaceful section where one can stay here to unwind and escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Other attractions here include the Kuala Gandah Elephant Santuary, the Gua Cheras, the Tekam Plantation Resort and the Jubli Perak Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Agricultural Park in Kuantan. |
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