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Endau - Rompin State Park

 

  "-Endau - Rompin State Park"   Attractions: click on image for more information.
 
   

Endau Rompin, straddling the Johor/Pahang border, is the second National Park, after Taman Negara. It covers an area of approximately 80,000 hectares of rich and exotic flora and fauna, encompassing the watershed of the rivers Endau and Rompin, from which it derives its name. In other words, this place is huge.

The entry point to the park is an Orang Asli (Malaysian aborigines) village. Although the natives have been influenced by the modern world, they still practise a hunting and gathering lifestyle. They are also the custodians of fascinating myths and legends about the jungle that have been handed down from one generation to the next. But apart from exploring this spellbinding cultural aspect of the park, how can you get your hands dirty in this giant, timeless Garden of Eden? Easy. You can camp, hike, fish, canoe, shoot rapids, explore caves, climb mountains, bird watch and swim in this amazing national park.

The park is home to a vast range of species of birds, mammals, frogs, insects and exotic varieties of orchids, herbs, medicinal plants and trees. It seems that every time a scientific expedition returns from Endau - Rompin, they discover a new species!

In existence for over 130 million years, this rainforest holds rare flora and fauna, many of which are not found anywhere else in the tropics. The most prominent of these unique species is the Sumatran Rhinoceros. Regular treks through the jungle will give adventurers sightings of leaf monkeys, long-tail macaques, white-handed gibbons, elephants, deer, tapirs and the occasional tiger and leopard. For adventure lovers and river trekkers, there are exhilarating rapids and fairly substantial waterfalls.

To protect the pristine environment, only limited areas of the park are open for ecotourism. Entry to the park requires a special permit from the Johor National Park Corporation. But the much easier option is to get the permits at the District Office, which is just next to the Police Department in Kuala Rompin before reaching the FELDA Selendang turnoff from Lanjut Beach. Upon entry to this park, trekkers will be guided by forest rangers to ensure safety at all times.

 

 

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PulauaurPulau Aur

GunangledangGunung Ledang

Fruit FarmDesaru Fruit Farm

EndauEndau - Rompin State Park

Sultan Abu BakarSultan Abu Bakar Mosque

Royal Aby Bakar MuseumRoyal Abu Bakar Museum

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Kuala Gandah Elephants

 

  -Kuala Gandah Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary   Attractions: click on image for more information.
 
   

The truly unique Elephant Orphanage of Kuala Gandah will give you a very rare opportunity to not only learn about these displaced gentle giants but you will also get a chance to ride them through the jungle, with the help of an elephant guide, or mahout.

For the brave and adventurous, there are opportunitites take the elephants down to the river and help give them a bath! There really is no better opportunity than this to get in touch with Big Nature. It is estimated that there are only 1,200 wild Asian Elephants, also known as Elephus Maximus, left in Malaysia and this is the only conservation centre set up to relocate these displaced pachyderms.

The elephants here have been rescued from all over Peninsula Malaysia where humans and elephants are not able to live in harmony.

 

 

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Cameron Highlands

Cherating Beach

Genting HighlandsGenting Highlands

Endau - Rompin State Park

Kuala Gandah Elephants

Tioman Island

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Tioman Island

 

  -Tioman Island   Attractions: click on image for more information.
 
   

About 56km off the coast of Pahang lies Tioman Island, an alluring holiday paradise in the South China Sea. Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world, Tioman was the location of the Hollywood musical, 'South Pacific' in 1959.

According to legend, this island is the final resting place of a mythical dragon princess. The warm waters and good visibility make Tioman a paradise for divers. Discover astounding sights such as colourful Gorgonian sea fans, Staghorn corals, nudibranchs and beautifully sculptured sea sponges. Snorkellers can delight in swimming alongside huge Napoleon Wrasse, Golden Striped Trevally, Bumphead Parrotfish and shoals of Fusiliers.

This island is an idyllic spot for leisurely days under the sun. Swim in its emerald waters, enjoy a stroll by the beach or be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves. There are several villages scattered around the coastline, the larger ones being Salang, Tekek, Genting, Paya and Juara.
The island's granite formations make for excellent rock-climbing expeditions.

The more adventurous can attempt to scale the sheer cliff face of the legendary Gunung Nenek Semukut or Dragons Horns. Berjaya Tioman Beach, Golf & Spa Resort offers a luxurious stay amidst a backdrop of rolling hills and scenic views.

 

 

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Cameron Highlands

Cherating Beach

Genting HighlandsGenting Highlands

Endau - Rompin State Park

Kuala Gandah Elephants

Tioman Island

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Blue Mosque

 

  "-Blue Mosque"   Attractions: click on image for more information.
 
   

The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam is one of the most stunning structures in the country. Commonly referred to as the 'Blue Mosque', it boasts the tallest minarets in the world. As visitors approach the mosque, the awe-inspiring blue dome welcomes them.

Decorative Islamic calligraphy dominates the edges surrounding the dome and main prayer hall, while the interior architecture exhibits ethnic Malay design elements. Sunlight filtering through the blue stained glass of the mosque renders a bluish ambience to its interior, evoking a sense of peace and serenity.

The Blue Mosque overlooks the Garden of Islamic Arts, a beautifully landscaped park inspired by the Quranic Garden of Paradise. Covering 14 hectares, this spiritual sanctuary houses nine galleries that exhibit a rich array of Islamic arts such as calligraphy, sculptures, paintings and architecture. Occasionally, traditional Islamic performances are held here.

 

 

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Blue MosqueBlue Mosque

FRIMFort Research Institute of
Malaysia (FRIM)

High 5 Breadtown MuseumHigh 5 bread Town Museum

race trackSepang International Circuit

Batu CavesBatu Caves

careyislandCarey Island

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