Places Of Interest In Taiping

Zoo Taiping.
The first zoo in the country, it houses exotic animals and has provided an escape to nature’s habitat for the people of Taiping.Open from 8.30am-6.30pm.

Entrance fee : Adults - RM4, children (3-12 years)
web : http://www.zootaiping.gov.my

Perak Museum, Taiping.
Built in 1883, the Perak Museum is the oldest museum in the country. It houses an impressive treasures.

Visiting hours : 9.30 am to 5.00 pm. everyday (including public holiday).
Admission - Free.
Telephone number 05-8072057
Fax no. 05-8063643

Taiping Lake Garden.
The oldest of its kind in Malaysia, operational since 1880, it is located within the vicinity of Bukit Larut and Taiping Zoo. It is one of the best in Malaysia. Its cool setting has given its patrons moments to remember Taiping with love.

Matang Mangrove Forest.
Matang at 40.151 hectares is the largest single mangrove forest in Peninsular Malaysia estimated at 106.104 hectares. It has been acknowledge to be the best managed mangrove forest in Malaysia. click here for more information

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