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- jeff1955malaysiaTaiping, Malaysia664 contributionsThis railway station was built in 1935 with a Moorish design. Part of the building is the Railway Station and part used to be a hotel and cafe.Written 17 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LeonhknyHong Kong, China22,476 contributionsWhile Penang has long been well-known for street art, Ipoh also has its fair share of murals. Interesting paintings depicting daily life of Ipoh residents are available in the old town. Searching for artworks while exploring the former mining city is an enjoyable experience.Written 21 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Andrew G354 contributionsThe murals (street art) of Ipoh are well famous :)
Note, however, that the street art / murals are scattered in various locations in Old Town (i.e. the area on the side of the railway station of Kinta river) IpohWritten 29 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Titus DSri Lanka6,953 contributionsEnlighten 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.Written 1 June 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Wildcat7400Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,172 contributionsWe followed our nose & it brought us to the Birch Memorial. We had to climb a flight of stairs before reaching the base of the tower. Also, on the ground before the beginning of the stairs were the words of “Jejak Warisan” & “Heritage Trail” in a circle. Inside the circle was the word “Ipoh.” It looked like a stamp mark from above the stairs.
The white-washed iconic Birch Memorial Clock Tower was opened in 1909 at the cost of 25,000 British pound sterling. It was built in memory of the 1st British Resident of Perak, James Wheeler Woodford (JWW) Birch who was assassinated in Pasir Salak by Lela Pandak Lam better known as Dato Maharaja Lela in 1875. The Clock Tower was officiated by JWW Birch’s son, Sir Ernest Woodford Birch who was the 8th British Resident of Perak, then.
However, Malaysians view this differently. Dato Maharaja Lela was a freedom fighter who died resisting an invasion. The Malaysian curriculum teaches school children of his heroic deeds & ultimate sacrifice to save his country from imperial rule. The Perak State Authority honours Dato Maharaja Lela by naming 1 street to the north next to the memorial in his name. The street to the south was named Jalan Dato Sagor. Dato Sagor was also executed for the murder of James Birch.
Located in a small square near the Town Hall & State Mosque, the Clock Tower has 4 statues at each corner above the clock representing the 4 British administration virtues of loyalty, justice, patience & fortitude.
Not many know that the clock requires manual winding service once every 5 days to keep it running. Time Recorder Sdn Bhd has been selected by the Ipoh City Council to maintain the clock. Apparently, there is a mother bell & 4 small bells above the clock which rest in between the 4 corners. They are used to strike the chimes.
Below the clock are 4 panels. Each panel depicts the different stages of civilisation. Panel A which is to the North shows the Stone Age, Iron Age & the Early Eastern People. Panel B which is to the West shows the Eastern Mediterranean, the Far East, Greece & Rome. Panel C which is to the South shows the Byzantine Empire, Islam, Age of Chivalry, Age of Faith, Gothic Art, the Renaissance, the Reformation & the Elizabethan Age. Panel D which is to the East shows Modern Science, Art & Social Services. Some of the popular figures in colour that I recognised include Michaelangelo, Columbus, Martin Luther, William Shakespeare, Isaac Newton, Beethoven, Florence Nightingale, Darwin & Edison.
In short, it is a beautiful memorial full of controversies which only the local folk will know & keep. One visit is enough for me.Written 23 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - jchongIpoh, Malaysia2,039 contributionsBuilt in 1912, St Michaels was a La Sallian missionary school. The facade is an impressive example of neo-gothic architecture. It's not a tourist attraction per se but a functioning school and you can't simply walk in.
But the facade can be enjoyed from the outside.Written 29 November 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ChrisHinckley, UK1,053 contributionsWe 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 visitWritten 5 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- marilyne2375seremban255 contributionsEasy to find and easily accessible. Good place for outdoor activities for kids and adults. Ample parking available.Written 8 June 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jeff1955malaysiaTaiping, Malaysia664 contributionsThe War Memorial was built in 1927 to remember those soilders who died in a series of conflicits from 1914 to 1965. Even in the Death Railway in Thailand.Written 17 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jeff1955malaysiaTaiping, Malaysia664 contributionsMain Terminal in ipoh but it is a bit far from the city centre. Arrive around 3am. There is 24 KK Mart. Outside there was a taxi booth.Written 10 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- stefaniecstPetaling Jaya, Malaysia6,721 contributionsOnce a bustling tin-mining town, Papan is now lined with abandoned shoplots, Papan was once home to more than 2,000 people.but now less than 200 people.
Many residents moved to Ipoh, or to KL and now left the older generation living here. Papan. Many of the buildings in Papan are worn off but 100 years still stand strong, preserving the town’s rich heritage.
From our guide told us that Papan was one of the earliest tin frontiers in the Kinta Valley, attracting many migrants to reside here, but now a mere forgotten ghostly town
Hope this town can preserved for our younger generations to see,Written 5 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vicente8Singapore243 contributionsIn the historical centre, a beautiful old building transformed into workshops and exhibition galleries for talented artists. There we discover a tasty and creative art of working with wood and stone. A warm and nostalgic historic setting where you can have a drink on a nice terrace.Written 7 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nazlee NasirMalaysia5 contributionsU can eat local food along this dataran parking food fruck and chill at the same time. Also can go to take picture here and see the beautiful of light.Written 19 June 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- fUnNy man4 contributionsI feel a bit nervous during the first time adventuring in the maze. The atmosphere there probably will terrify us but the arts inside are actually great and attractive. I'll be the first customer who decide to play it again when the theme of the maze has changed in the future.Written 1 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KGB777Singapore, Singapore41,257 contributionsThis is another heritage building to walk past as you're exploring the centre of Ipoh. Located only a short walk from teh Padang in the direction of Concubine Lane, a quick stop here can be included quite easily.Written 21 March 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
