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The present name of 'Batu Pahat' means 'chiseled stone' in Malay. It derived from the presence of a legendary well, Perigi Batu Pahat, which was believed to be chiseled from rocks by invading Siamese troops in hope to get fresh water during their retreat chased by Tun Perak, the famous Bendahara (Prime Minister) of the Malacca Empire. Another probable story to its name is believed that after the capture of Malacca, the Portuguese used laterite rocks taken from the river mouth of Batu Pahat to built the fortress, "A Famosa".
The old name of Batu Pahat is 'Bandar Penggaram', and it means the town of 'salt-makers'. This was because the town was a popular place to produce salted fish. The other explanation came from the fact that the low-lying town was frequently flooded and soaked with salt water.
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Soga Perdana Recreational Forest |
Whether to relax, exercise or to have a panoramic view of Batu Pahat town, Gunung Soga is the right spot. A mere 5 km. from the town centre, it is located next to a housing estate known as Taman Bukit Perdana, Batu Pahat.
The forest reserve covers an area of 49.3 hectares of which 10 hectares has been developed and equipped with modern facilities for the benefit of visitors.
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Perigi Batu Pahat |
Perigi Batu Pahat (Batu Pahat Well) is an ancient landmark which is believed to have given Batu Pahat its name. It is believed that this well was dug as far back as the 16th. century by Siamese warriors to collect fresh water.
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