Cameron highlands ( Mountain)

CAMERON HIGHLANDS

Cameron Highlands situated at the northwestern tip of Pahang, the “Camerons” is approximately 90 kilometers (56 mi) from Ipoh or about 200 kilometers (120 mi) from Kuala Lumpur. There are many things to see and do in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's largest highland resort. Walks through lovely little villages, visits to the butterfly, strawberry, honey bee farms and sprawling tea plantations or meals at the delightful Tudor-styled country inns, are all pleasurable and relaxing activities to be experienced here. What's more, you can't beat the weather up here and it' is easy to get to. Cameron Highlands lies less than an hour off the main North-South Highway, and is a pleasant, easy 3.5-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur.

One other popular activity in Cameron Highlands, actually more of a tradition, is to have tea and scones. This very English tradition dates back to the days when English colonial officers used this hilly location as a cool getaway from the heat of the lowlands. Bird-watching and trekking are also popular activities here.Developed in the 1930s, the natural attraction is one of the oldest tourist spots inMalaysia. Apart from its tea estates, the plateau is also noted for its cool weather, orchards, nurseries, farmlands, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, wildlife, mossy forest, hotels, bungalows, Land Rovers, museum and its aborigines.

Situated 1,500 metres above sea level, Cameron Highlands comprises a series of little townships that include Ringlet, Tanah Rata, Brinchang, Tringkap, Kuala Terla and Kampung Raja. Being a primarily agricultural domain, you will find an abundance of vegetables and fruits farms dotted all over the highlands. Cameron Highlands is also the leading producer of flowers and tea in Malaysia. Be prepared for a lovely sight of tea plantations and beautiful flowers you won’t see flourishing elsewhere in Malaysia.Tanah Rata is the heart of Cameron Highlands is indeed its administrative township which is highly popular among local and foreign tourists. Tourists often choose to explore the surrounding sub-mountain forest here as there are numerous jungle trails with varying lengths and difficulties conveniently accessed from town.

Meanwhile, Brinchang is the highest and second largest township of Cameron Highlands that has a popular night market during weekends and public holidays which attracts local tourists with its highland produce, local street food, soft toys and fruits. Many vegetable farms, flower nurseries and fruit orchards are located close to this town and some popular tourist spots here include Cactus Valley and the Big Red Strawberry Farm. Kea Farm, Tringkap, Kuala Terla&Kampung Rajaare beyond Brinchang, the road leads to all the way to Blue Valley. This is where you will find the markets, vegetable farms, flower gardens, bee gardens and butterfly gardens.

HOW TO GET HERE

By Car

Cameron Highlands is accessible via Tapah or the new highway at SimpangPulai. If you are driving up from Kuala Lumpur, the SimpangPulai exit takes an additional 45 minutes to reach the north of Tapah using the North-South Expressway. The ascent along this route is much smoother and less precarious than the route from Tapah.

By Bus or Taxi

Bus and Taxi services are available from the Puduraya Terminal in Kuala Lumpur and the journey will take you to Tanah Rata. Alternatively, take a train to Tapah and then continue your journey in a taxi or a bus.

WHO TO CONTACT

Cameron Highlands District Council

Phone: +605-4911455 / 49120

URL:http://www.cameronhighlandsinfo.com/