Religious Sites in Ipoh

Religious Sites in Ipoh, Malaysia

Religious Sites in Ipoh

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  • Kamelmat
    Perth, Australia104 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth a visit if you’re in the area. It is a beautiful temple nestled in a large cave. The lighting within the cave makes photographing an easy task.
    Written 7 May 2024
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  • Steve R
    Bolton, UK544 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you're in the area then you should definitely visit Perak Tong. It's one of a few temples within a cave in Malaysia and has a relaxed and thought provoking vibe to it. I can recommend it but only for an hour or so.
    Written 5 March 2024
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  • Leong Chee Sheng
    Singapore, Singapore353 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 7 November 2022
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  • Anand1351
    Singapore, Singapore3,774 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful temple situated next to limestone mountains in Ipoh.
    This temple is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, we saw the evening ritual once temple opened in PM time.
    They also have a collection of Peacocks which are in a big cage.
    Written 28 February 2024
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  • Toru O
    Setagaya, Japan3,204 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located at a fork and slightly hard to notice if you’re driving by. A typical temple built into a cave that with elaborate statues and scriptures on the walls.

    There was another temple next door that was less notable but worth checking out.
    Written 13 August 2024
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  • Meng Poh
    Ipoh, Malaysia229 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    There are two quan yin temple in Ipoh. One is located at the heart of the city while the other is at Gunung Rapat, which is a cave temple. The address , Jalan Sultan Idris shah is the one at city center which nothing special except its an old temple. The review photos share by me is the one at Gunung Rapat. It is located next to Sam Po Tong. Entrance is free.
    Written 27 November 2019
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  • KGB777
    Singapore, Singapore41,326 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Of the 3 mosques I saw in central Ipoh this one was the prettiest, although I didn't take the opportunity to go inside any of them. Looks especially good at night when the lights are on.
    Written 21 March 2019
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  • Chris
    Hinckley, UK1,040 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were in the area and decided to visit this place, the place is nice with art work on the cave walls and statues etc. There is some ponds with fish in which is nice. There are stairs to go further up into the cave however we only stayed on the lower parts of the cave. Nice place to visit
    Written 5 March 2024
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  • 李智优
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia50,851 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's a chinese temple in a cave at top hill. Free to visit & beautiful Tambun city view is available at top
    Written 27 January 2019
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  • Sherelle
    Ipoh, Malaysia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mesmerised by d incredible Tibetan architecture surrounded by Natural landscape.. A flight of multiple steps to a few storeys is worthwhile to see d imposing Buddha, multiple statues of worship. Quiet n peaceful environment. Got a pair of peacock/hen to feast our eyes too. Attracted by d numerous flora n there is a kei chi plant too.
    Definitely a hidden gem worth exploring in Ampang, Ipoh.
    Worth a visit.
    Written 13 March 2022
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  • Full-time Traveler
    Yerevan, Armenia231 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The tin industry not only attracted Chinese workers and investors, also the Indians moved to Ipoh in huge numbers. This immigrated population group, mainly consisting of (originally) South Indians of Nattukkotai Chettiar descent as well as Punjabi’s, now predominantly lives in the area from Jalan Sultan Yussuf to Jalan Lahat… also known as “Little India.”

    Masjid India Muslim: Besides temples and churches, also a mosque is brought to Ipoh to not leave any deity out. [Free]

    I wrote a full travel guide of Ipoh on
    Budget Bucket List -dot- com /ipoh
    Written 11 September 2019
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  • Harrison F. Carter
    Auckland, New Zealand12,826 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were happy to have seen it as part of our explorations around Ipoh. There is so much to see in such a small area that you may as well have a look.
    Written 9 September 2019
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  • jeff1955malaysia
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia6,084 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    it is located out of ipoh city centre. it is near to the sam poh chinese temple along jalan rapat. it is hidden and not noticeable from the main road. this is calm and peaceful temple.
    Written 20 June 2018
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  • pianocello
    Shah Alam, Malaysia1,909 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an off the beaten path attraction for those of you who want a change from cave temples and heritage buildings. The highlight is the numerous number of praying figures and the giant reclining Buddha. There are many statues around but many look cheaply - made. We were in and out in ten minutes.
    Written 28 December 2016
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  • Sally Thoe Downs
    Albuquerque, NM5,394 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cave temples were interests of our visiting friends from American and we had this one on our list too. Located in Kampung Kepayang, on the left side of the road just after the Sungai Raya bridge coming from Ipoh, is Kwong Fook Ngam. This century-old Buddhist cave temple was established in 1884. Like the many other cave temples in the outskirts of Ipoh, this one is also built against the walls of limestone hills, with caverns as prayer halls. The temple with an inner cave that features natural rock formations in various shapes and sizes such as crocodile, shark, mermaid, snake, goat, fish and even deities like Lord General Kuan Ti and Lord Buddha. On the same grounds the Reamonnya Wongsa Wijaya Pagoda, a Thai Buddhist temple, shares the compound of Kwong Fook Ngam, adding to its attraction. Admission is free but a fee of Rm4 is required to go to the inner cave.
    Written 22 March 2020
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