Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo
Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo
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Ipoh World (IpohWorld) is an education-based, not-for-profit organisation established in 2004 to promote awareness and appreciation of Perak, the Silver State of Malaysia and its unique, diverse and rich heritage, with particular focus on Ipoh and the Kinta Valley. In 2006 we ran our first public exhibition "The Story of Ipoh: From Feet to Flight", in cooperation with Darul Ridzuan Museum. Since then, supported by sponsorship, we have run several more exhibitions while continuing to seek further financial support for a permanent, lively and interesting heritage gallery for Ipoh, thus enhancing both education and tourism. This current project, our first permanent, museum quality exhibition is our first step to fulfilling this objective. Advance booking is recommended as space in the building is limited. You may book via our website by clicking on Exhibitions or by the QR Code on our brochure. It is quick and easy and you receive a booking confirmation by return.
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- Lolla la Nonna2 contributionsInsightful!Our guide is extremely knowledgeable! I was pleasantly surprised as I didn't expect to learn so much about the history of Hakka people through the exhibits. Lots of money and effort were invested to restore the building and do up the entire place. Entry is free, a token of appreciation will go to the NPO that maintains and runs the museum! Note: Museum is only open for guided tours and not open for walk ins, hence do make an appointment prior!Dear Lolla la Nonna, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you had an insightful visit at Han Chin Pet Soo. Hope to see you again some time in the future.Written 10 April 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited March 2023Written 2 April 2023
- Kevan K18 contributionsBrilliant insight into life for Chinese and local tin miners when Ipoh became the world’s boom town.Superb guide brought to life the story of the 19 yr old Chinese emigre who became a tin tycoon as Ipoh attracted thousands of Hakka Chinese. Also tells the story of the Hakka (“the Jews of China”) and how men & women survived through hard determination and ingenuity. Artifacts, original items and recreations show how this “gentlemen’s club” for Chinese mining businessmen became a leading centre of Ipoh at the dawn of the 20th century, pioneering electricity, gambling, and fine dining (Hakka style).Dear Kevan K, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted you had a brilliant insight of the story shared at Han Chin Pet Soo. Hope you enjoyed your stay in Ipoh too.Written 10 April 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Travelled soloWritten 4 April 2023
- kpfchuHong Kong, China10 contributionsFascinating Hakka Towkays in IpohVery informative guided tour of this Hakka museum. Learned tons about the tin mining history of Ipoh and the various Hakka customs that make this ethnic group so special. Glad we managed to secure a booking to the tour. The guide himself presented everything so clearly and made the whole experience very entertaining. Highly recommended.Dear kpfchu, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find the guided tour informative, and entertaining as well. Hope to see you again.Written 10 April 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 April 2023
- Hong Yee3 contributionsHistory lover will definitely love this place!!Great effort by ipohworld in preserving and maintaining this place! Signed up and joined the free tour provided, and really amazed with the content. Tour guide is knowledgeable, funny and has kept us engaged throughout the event. If you love history, nice building, and would love to take a glimpse into the past on how golden days of Ipoh tin mining, do give this place a visit!!Dear Hong Yee, thank you so much for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted you find your visit at Han Chin Pet Soo amazing. Hope to see you again some time in the future.Written 19 April 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Written 15 April 2023
- FTanMalaysia1 contributionEducational tour of a tin-mining museumWe had a very enjoyable visit which exceeded our expectation. We learned about the colourful history of tin mining in Ipoh. The tour guide was superb with his lively descriptions of the historical artefacts, major events and important people from that time period.Dear FTan, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad that you enjoyed your visit at Han Chin Pet Soo. Happy holiday!Written 2 May 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Travelled with familyWritten 27 April 2023
- DannyNgKuala Lumpur, Malaysia174 contributionsEducA visit to Han Chin Pet Soo was such an enjoyable visit. The team has done a great work in bringing this century-old building back to life and restored it to its original condition. The guided tour was informative and there was never a dull moment learning about the history of Hakka miners back in their glory days.Dear DannyNg, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted that you had an enjoyable visit at Han Chin Pet Soo. Hope you had a good time in Ipoh too.Written 2 May 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Written 1 May 2023
- moronnicBogor, Indonesia30 contributionsProbably the best and most intimate museum in Malaysia!The museum is located in the old town area of Ipoh. Although it is open to the public, visitors are required to make online reservations in advance as there are limited sessions available each day. Each guided tour session lasts for one hour, and once the session begins, the doors are closed to prevent other visitors from entering. The guides provide articulate and detailed explanations about the history of Ipoh, starting from the migration of the Hakka people to the tin mining era and the dark times of Ipoh's past. The museum consists of three floors with some slightly steep staircases, which might be a bit challenging for elderly visitors. Nevertheless, it is one of the best museums I have ever visited in Malaysia. Even though admission is free, they accept voluntary donations.Dear moronnic, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted that you quoted Han Chin Pet Soo 'one of the best museums'. Hope to see you again in the future.Written 10 June 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2023Travelled soloWritten 8 June 2023
- JaganSingapore, Singapore7 contributionsAn interesting and educational sessionThe tour was an sightful look into an important part of Malaysia history. My family and I enjoyed the one hour session and it was well worth the time. I hope to see my conservation effort like this to preserve some parts of our pastDear Jagan, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find your visit at Han Chin Pet Soo interesting and educational. Hope to see you again.Written 15 June 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2023Travelled with familyWritten 10 June 2023
- Mike3 contributionsGreat introduction to Ipoh and its historyBeautiful old building, well restored and maintained. Exhibits provide a good introduction to tin mining and its history in Malaysia, as well as to life in general in Ipoh in the past. Guided tours are well conducted and provide a wealth of information on the topics mentioned. Highly recommended!Dear Mike, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find Han Chin Pet Soo a 'great introduction to Ipoh and history'. Happy travelling !Written 27 June 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 June 2023
- cchew111Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1 contributionHighly recommended for both foreign and local visitors to Ipoh!My family and I had a wonderfully informative tour. For me, it was with a sense of deja vu as being a Malaysian, I could relate to a lot of the things that our guide, Mr Leong, related. He very ably brought history to life as I relived my childhood days growing up in Ipoh. Thanks to all the passionate people at Ipoh World that are working so hard to keep Ipoh Heritage alive for our generations to come! Kudos to all of you! And this is one guided tour that is highly recommended for foreign and local visitors alike.Dear cchew111, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted that you and your family find the guided tour informative and brings you back to your childhood days. Hope to see you again.Written 27 June 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2023Written 25 June 2023
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Experience746154
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Mar 2024 • Solo
I’m really glad I didn’t skip this museum tour. The guide walk us through the history of Ipoh about its culture, nuances, and all with humor sprinkled. I advise you to book in advance!
Written 17 March 2024
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Dear Experience746154, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted you have visited Han Chin Pet Soo. Hope to see you again.
Written 18 March 2024
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Mar 2024 • Friends
Very interesting. Worth to visit. A good understanding of those early years of mining history and living of the people then.
Written 14 March 2024
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Dear Cruiser20263949413, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find Han Chin Pet Soo worth visiting. Happy travelling !
Written 14 March 2024
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Jeff T
Phnom Penh, Cambodia3 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The museum is one of the most well kept in Perak, even Malaysia! You can see the effort put in by the restoration team and history information team. Additionally, the tour guide is one of the best I've ever seen. He was very polite, friendly, and has a good sense of humour~
Written 11 March 2024
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Dear Jeff T, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are delighted you had a wonderful tour at Han Chin Pet Soo. Hope to see you again. Happy travelling !
Written 13 March 2024
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Winefred T
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Mar 2024 • Family
Very educational and informative as part of our Hakka heritage. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and clear.
Written 5 March 2024
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Dear Winefred T, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find the tour at Han Chin Pet Soo educational. Hope to see you again.
Written 6 March 2024
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michael d
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Mar 2024 • Couples
This is a wonderful litte museum run by some wonderful volunteers. Special thanks to our guide today. Important to keep this local history alive.
Written 2 March 2024
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Dear michael d, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you have visited Han Chin Pet Soo for some local history. Happy travelling!
Written 2 March 2024
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WorldTravellerSg
Singapore, Singapore8 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Mr Leong, our guide and host, was knowledgeable and top notch. The building and artifacts were lovely and educational at the same time. So glad we had a chance to see this place and to better understand the history of the wonderful town of Ipoh!
Written 29 February 2024
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Dear WorldTravellerSg, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you have chosen Han Chin Pet Soo as a place of interest to visit in Ipoh. Hope to see you again.
Written 1 March 2024
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su xing t
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Feb 2024 • Family
Very good place to visit, you can get a lot of knowledge about the history of Ipoh, and the tour guide also explained it very clearly.
Written 26 February 2024
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Dear su xing t, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find Han Chin Pet Soo a good place to visit. Happy travelling !
Written 27 February 2024
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Joan Kho
Singapore, Singapore9 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The tour is a must-go activity for Ipoh visitors! I gained insights on the early history of Ipoh and the kind of life that workers at Tin mines led, very significant history. The guide was knowledgeable and the artefacts gave a good picture of what life was like. Excellent!
Written 25 February 2024
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Dear Joan Kho, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find the tour fascinating at Han Chin Pet Soo . Hope to see you again. Happy travelling !
Written 26 February 2024
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Amie
Jakarta, Indonesia30 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
There's a guide that will tell you the story behind the Hakka immigrants that help build Ipoh. You just need to book in advance. They accept donation (instead of telling to buy ticket) and I think it's worth it because it's such an interesting museum.
Written 25 February 2024
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Dear Amie, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find your visit at Han Chin Pet Soo interesting. Happy holiday !
Written 26 February 2024
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SSSF
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Feb 2024 • Couples
Found the museum to be a fascinating place. As someone with local Hakka heritage living abroad it was doubly interesting.
Great guided tour, beautifully restored, highly recommend for everyone, tourists and locals alike.
Great guided tour, beautifully restored, highly recommend for everyone, tourists and locals alike.
Written 23 February 2024
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Dear SSSF, thank you for your review on Tripadvisor. We are glad you find your visit at Han Chin Pet Soo well worth. Hope to see you again. Happy travelling !
Written 23 February 2024
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Janice9999
Malaysia113 contributions
Hello may I know any activities kids of 6 and 9 can do here please? And what can we do here please? From the post, is it book a tour and follow tour guide explaining the history? , 😁 sorry not familiar with the place. Any place to dine in there?
Tim
10 contributions
Hello,
There isn't any activities for kids. They would not find it interesting at all. For adults, the tour is guided and you must make a reservation in advanced via their website. We found it interesting but kids would hate it.
Lego
Kuching, Malaysia4 contributions
Hello, guys. I want to ask whether taking photos inside the establishment is allowed and also is there any online e-book or website that you could suggest for further reading about Ipoh?
请问闲真别墅入门票多少钱?
Leo_CWY
Ipoh, Malaysia2 contributions
Hi Ng C, apologies for not replying to you in Chinese. With regards to tickets, we do not charge any entrance fees but we do welcome a suggested donation of RM10 per person at the end of the tour which is not compulsory but does help us with the upkeep of the building.
could I come there this morning with my famiy?
we're all 4.
Ian A
Ipoh, Malaysia227 contributions
Only just got your question. It is always best to book at our website.
if it is a school trip with 120 student , can we fit in there ?
Ian A
Ipoh, Malaysia227 contributions
The most we can fit in at one time is 60 pax divided into 3 concurrent groups and the shortest tour like that would be one hour.
We can always make special arrangements if you give us advance notice.
Widyandaru
42 contributions
Can a solo traveller make a booking to this tour? and is there any fee to pay this tour?
Flamamigo
sg3 contributions
Yes can book. No fee required but they ask for a rm$10 voluntary donation to upkeep the place.
May I know how to make the booking ? what you is the operating hour ? we will visit Ipoh this coming 4~6 Jan , appreciate your reply
Leo_CWY
Ipoh, Malaysia2 contributions
Dear Yvonne L, thank you for you enquiry. You can book your visit by clicking the "Book Now" button on our Facebook page which is listed as our website on TripAdvisor. Our tour sessions are as follows; 9:30am, 11:30am, 2:00pm and 3:30pm (weekdays), 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm (weekends).
G.Evening, do we have to make a reservation before visit or we can just visit when we're in Ipoh? We're only family with 4, hope to visit on 31/01/2017. Do u operate this date since it is CNY period. TQ
Leo_CWY
Ipoh, Malaysia2 contributions
Dear SueOng1009, thank you for your enquiry. Yes, we would definitely encourage you to book ahead as it may be crowded. We are only closed on the 28th of January (First day of CNY) but will be open on the 29th, 30th and 31st of January. Hope this helps. =)
Dear PR, Kindly arrange me the tour guide on coming Monday or Tuesday. You may contact me at 012-2228682
Annie C
KL177 contributions
Hi Evi, u must call or email them to make reservation as there are 3 slots a day.
happyfamilyvisit
Singapore, Singapore118 contributions
is the guided tour mandatory/ essential and is the place child-friendly. we have a six year-old who doesn't have the attention span for a 75min tour.
Richard C
7 contributions
They prefer that you go thru the guided tour which we found quite fun and informative. Our 8 yr daughter also enjoyed the experience , taking pictures and having the adults in the group explaining how all the old things that we hadn't seen since our childhood used to work. Honestly when the guide said that it was going to take an hour and a half i didn't believe it could or that we would stay that long, but you really do find a lot of historical things to linger on. Now we didn't book or register prior to showing up, so we were lucky that they had staff there when we showed up .. they run the tours at set hours, and as i think i noted in my review the doors are usually closed to maintain the air conditioning , so don't be put off it the placed looks like its closed.. ring or knock and wait , someone should show up quickly. Also you might want to go next door to the medicinal tea house after your tour .. not quite as long but interesting and you can pick up some healthy tea .. Concubine Lane is right across as well but we had run out of time.
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- Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo is open:
- Sat - Sun 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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