Chuping Sugarcane Plantation
Called name
Chuping is adopted in conjunction with the name of a limestone hill which
is Bukit Chuping.Here, we can find 22,000 hectares of sugarcane farm for
sugar manufacturing.This sugarcane plantation is located 23 km to the
north of Kangar, Perlis and it takes about 30 minutes ride from Kangar
City Centre.
Hidden behind the cane leaves greenery lush and fresh hidden a fact that can not be denied that this Chuping sugarcane plantations is the hottest place in Malaysia.
Timah Tasoh Dam
Are you a nature lover? If you are, Timah Tasoh Dam is of course listed
in your mind as a peaceful haven.The RM77 million worth dam, which was
built in 1987, strecthes as wide as 13.3 kilometers square consisting
of a man-made lake in Beseri area started operating in 1992. It is a
catchment of rain water centre for of water people of Perlis. This dam
can hold as much as 33.3 millions cubic meters.
To the visitors who love the peace and atmosphere of the forest fringe, there is a resort that suits you here. Enjoy the quiet setting with a views of the natural landscape and the peace artificial lake that become the engines of economic activities in the state's smallest.
It was established in 1988 with 12 hectares of wide coverage, Herb Garden function’s to display medicinal plants collection used especially by the locals and other medicinal plants generally. It can be presumed as medicinal plant museum whereby this park is open to all visitors all over the country who wish to find out and to know the plant types and usage. The plants collections consist of a natural wild plants in-situ, other medicinal plants from other places which were introduced long time ago in this country. Until year 2000, Herbs Garden Collection has almost 600 species. Among the famous plants here are Tongkat Ali, Kacip Fatimah, Cekor, Halia, Serai, Mengkudu, Selasih, Kayu Manis and others. Some of the plants are the normal type of plants that can be found around our homes such as Hibiscus Flower, Bunga Tahi Ayam, Senduduk, Pokok Kapal Terbang, Sireh, Kesom, Pinang and Banana. They were displayed for the purpose of information to the visitor on the real value of medicinal plants to the human kind.
Gua Kelam is a 370 metre long limestone cave situated at a small town called Kaki Bukit near Kangar. Visitors enter the cave via a suspended bridge that runs throughout the cave thus giving them a unique and exciting experience which keep them guessing what is coming next. A small stream runs underneath the bridge for about 1/3 of the cave making the experience an unforgettable one. Entrance fee for Adults : RM 1.00 and Children : RM 0.50.
The Snake and Reptile Park of Perlis is the only one of its type in Malaysia. One can find various species of snakes here, both in the closed or open air exhibition areas where visitors have the opportunity to get close to these exotic animals in an environment closest to their natural habitats. There are about 150 snakes from 34 species here, 25 of them of the local species and 9 from other parts of the world. Of those 10 species are poisonous while the rest are not. Among the types of snakes found here are pythons, branded cobras, ladle cobras, red tailed cobras, axe ‘bakau’ cobras, buffalo’s ribs and crab cobras, including the sugar cane and umbrella ‘katam’ as well as the ‘punti’. The most poisonous snake here is the spraying cobra while the heaviest is a python weighing 80 kg. with a length of 23 ft. Visitors can also find other animals and reptiles here including the hedgehog, otters, jungle monitor lizards including one with 2 tails, horned frogs, the ijok, iguanas and tuntungs.
Melati lake is a small but interesting lake. It is located in a low lying swampy area about 8 km to the east of Kangar. It is a shallow lake where more than 150 banks can be seen from it. Sampans and paddle boats are provided here for the more adventurous visitors to enjoy the scenic atmosphere. It is also an ideal fishing ground for sporadic anglers.
Gunung MedanGunung Medan is situated about 6 km from Kangar. It is a limestone outcrop that is about 300 metres high. Visitors can reach Gunung Medan through a service road and then hike up the mountain.
Wang Kelian State Park Wang Kelian is a heaven for those who love nature and eco-tourism. It is situated at the Thai border, nestled in a 1,000 hectar Mata Ayer Forest Reserve. Its biodiversity forms a priceless wealth for the country. Its limestone jungle is also rich in flora and fauna including various types of birds, mammals and reptiles. For lovers of jungle trekking, the journey starts at the campsite and ends at Gua Wang Burma caves.
Bukit Ayer Recreational Forest is a natural forest that is most suitable and interesting for various types of recreational activities. A cool and crystal clear river passes through this panoramic tropical forest rich in fauna with its waterfall that drops into a flat bed, making it an ideal picnic spot and a great place to unwind.
