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  • Thomas Go Go
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia12 contributions
    Must go and fun!
    Perak Cave Temple is located around 15 minutes ride from downtown Ipoh. The natural cave is the temple itself with statues and wall paintings of Buddha and Bodhisattvas. Therefore, the temple earns the name of "Dunhuang in the South". Following the passage of the cave, it will lead you to the apex of the hill where you can enjoy the views around. A peaceful and culture-rich religious site to visit. Recommend it.
    Review of: Perak Tong Cave Temple
    Written 25 February 2023
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  • May F
    Loveland, CO1,739 contributions
    Kek Lok Tong cave in Ipoh
    What a nice place to visit in Ipoh stopover. The cave is a Chinese temple and very well kept, clean and maintained. It opens up to a beautiful garden with lots of activities like boating, cycling. The cave have small elevator for disabled guests. Worth a visit.
    Review of: Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens
    Written 6 June 2023
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  • Earthplight
    32 contributions
    Interesting, pity most of the wall art is either gone, destroyed and not maintained, this can be a nice tourist area
    Interesting place, sorry it is run down and not well maintained. This can be a good tourist hangout if it is maintained and developed
    Review of: Art of OLDTOWN
    Written 25 March 2023
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  • Vthc4
    Singapore, Singapore307 contributions
    Short street that is not very interesting
    While the 2nd Concubine lane is worth a visit for first timers, it has little to attract a repeat visit. It’s short and narrow. One hardly notices the history of the street while browsing to the vendors there. However, there is a good coconut refreshment shop selling coconut water, shake and ice cream that is worth visiting to rest one’s tired feet. Plenty of eateries within a stone’s throw from the 2nd Concubine lane.
    Review of: Concubine Lane
    Written 1 June 2023
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  • Peng Boon T
    Singapore, Singapore1,890 contributions
    A worthwhile visit
    Qing Xin Ling Leisure & Cultural Village has picturesque lake side and cliff views, old styled Malay, Chinese and Indian houses as well as double-bicycles with back seats (each vehicle can carry 4 adults plus a child) to save visitors from having to walk around the site. See 18 photos attached.
    Review of: Qing Xin Ling Leisure and Cultural Village
    Written 15 March 2023
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  • Harithah
    Asia38 contributions
    Small train station
    Building is beautiful. The station is small, clean and has basic facilities. Will be better if the Majestic Walk is repaired. There are lockers available.
    Review of: Ipoh Railway Station
    Written 5 April 2023
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  • Leong Chee Sheng
    Singapore, Singapore102 contributions
    Not well-maintained, still has its charms.
    We were told it is one of the oldest cave temples here so we had to come take a look. Note that they close quite early at 230pm.

    Beautiful temple but the locals told us it has not been well-maintained. Much overgrown vegetation and dim at some point, but it still has its charm here.

    Grab a bowl of chopped tomatoes to feed the tortoises at the other outlet of the cave temple. We spent /497'd 30-45 minutes here. Best to see other caves in the area to make your trip worthwhile.
    Review of: Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple
    Written 7 November 2022
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  • dyhx
    Singapore3,427 contributions
    Great photo ops
    Mainly within Old Town area and a reasonable walking distance from our hotel. Leading from the Mural Arts Lane to the main Old Town center where the Concubine Lane is and the surrounding areas.

    Not many that you can pose with (unlike those in Penang) but many to admire and take photos of, especially those depicting the life at that area. Similarly, a pity some are not well maintained and have been defaced or faded.
    Review of: Ipoh Mural Art Trail
    Written 1 January 2023
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  • Logan
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia4 contributions
    Very Informative
    I was attended by one of the local tour guides i found online by the name of Kenny. He was very passionate in explaining the historical and cultural side of Ipoh. Well done!
    Review of: Ipoh Heritage Walk
    Written 3 January 2021
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  • 李智优
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia49,977 contributions
    Hindu Temple
    A popular hindu temple for local & tourists. It's nice to visit during thaipusam, even crowded with people & cars. Religion presentation & programme are worth to it
    Review of: Ipoh Kallumalai Murugan Temple
    Written 12 January 2020
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  • Titus D
    Sri Lanka6,910 contributions
    Amazing Viewing from Pagoda at Enlighten Heart Tibetan Buddhist Temple with a Golden Statue of Lord Buddha.
    Enlighten Heart Tibetan Buddhist Temple is an old charm and is located in Tambun. Not very much of people in Ipoh knows about it. It is at a hidden location covered by wild plants on the approaching roads and surroundings. There are very few Tibetan Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia, this temple is a rare find and is one of the largest Tibetan-tradition Buddhist temples in the country.
    It is located at the foot of Ipoh’s impressive stretch of limestone.The road sign is just before the turn to the road that leads to the temple.Travel about 1.2 km along the road directed from there. The road is narrow and covered with bushes on the sides where only one vehicle can travel at a time and therefore so be watchful.
    Temple is very quiet, five of us were the only visitors only at that time other than the volunteers who maintain it. My Chinese origin Malaysian friends told me that this temple is vibrant on festive season like Wesak days but rather quiet with few visitors on other days with few people. Nevertheless the architecture and the design are great. It is serine, spiritual and clears our souls when visited. There are some really impressive statues.
    By comparison with other more famous temples, it is quite new, and it is possible to feel the strong personal commitment volunteer There is one room with huge jars around.
    Volunteers helped us with directions. It was very beautiful and peaceful.
    The stairs led all the way to the top of this 13 storey Pagoda; where a golden statue of Lord Buddha with open hand is situated; overlooking at Ipoh town.The Pagoda houses an enormous Sakyamuni Buddha statue but it is dusty and looks like it hasn't been maintained in years. The climb to the top of the pagoda will reward you with great views. Every floor of this pagoda is decorated with statues, deities and paintings depicting the rich mythology of Buddhism and a breathtaking view of Kinta Valley can be seen from the top.
    We came to the main altar by 9 am to observe the ritual. Monks chanted sutras and disciples blowing horns and other traditional Tibetan instruments included in the processions. The masked dancers made the Charm dance in attractive costumes in elegant fashion.
    We got a different kind of an experience by visiting Enlighten Heart Tibetan Buddhist Temple in Ipoh but it is great.
    Review of: Elightened Heart Buddhist
    Written 1 June 2017
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  • Nur. A
    Johor Bahru, Malaysia3 contributions
    Satisfied visit
    Worth the visit here. got to know the history of the last Chinese Kapitan of Malaya and the story of ipoh old town. clean and tidy. plus can buy kebaya and souvenirs at the gift shop
    Review of: Arlene House - Kapitan Chung Thye Phin Building
    Written 27 April 2023
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  • G2Kpauly
    Melbourne, Australia1,836 contributions
    Nice enough
    This old clock tower is worth a look on a city sightseeing tour. It says alittle about the history of this clock tower and is good for a quick photo.
    Review of: Birch Memorial Clock Tower
    Written 5 November 2022
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  • Leong Chee Sheng
    Singapore, Singapore102 contributions
    Beautiful but nothing special
    It's a beautiful caves of all the beautiful caves here in Ipoh. Brightly colored and decently maintained. Not worth a special trip down but it's along the various temples here do you can check out at one go.
    Review of: Ling Sen Tong Temple
    Written 7 November 2022
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  • Harrison F. Carter
    Cologne, Germany10,801 contributions
    Good to see...
    It was good to see and set in a lovely open area with lots of other things to see as you wander around old Ipoh.
    Review of: Ipoh Town Hall and Old Post Office
    Written 9 September 2019
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