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Temerloh is a small town and a district of the same name in Pahang. It is situated at the point where Pahang River meets the Semantan River.
An old town with some colonial buildings and shophouses, the town has prospered in recent years as a transportation hub and new industrial center. The completion of an expressway linking the town to Kuala Lumpur added to the growth factor of Temerloh. It hopes to supersede Kuantan as the future capital of Pahang.
Temerloh has been rebranded as "Bandar Ikan Patin", which literally means "the ikan patin town". Patin, a type of freshwater fish is a local delicacy highly sought after in the country.
Chini Lake and Bera Lake are Pahang's two famous lakes found in this district.
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Bera Lake |
Bera Lake, measuring approximately 35 km. long and 20 km. wide, is the largest natural freshwater lake system in Peninsular Malaysia. It is also Malaysia's first Ramsar site, a recognition given to wetland areas for its international importance in nature conservation. Nature enthusiasts will be thrilled to discover nearly 328 species of flora, 200 species of birds, 50 mammals and more than 95 species of fish in the lake area.
Enjoy a river safari or go trekking to catch sight of monkeys and flying squirrels. A boat ride around the lake will be a memorable experience as the boatmen skillfully navigate through the maze of vegetation. Spend a night at a resort and visit the Semelai tribe to watch their interesting method of collecting resin from Keruing trees. Lake Bera is situated 163 km. from Kuantan. |
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Chini Lake
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Chini Lake is a series of 12 lakes near the Pahang River in central Pahang. About 100 km. from Kuantan, with an area of approximately 12,565 acres of lush tropical wilderness is Malaysia's second largest natural Lake. The area is richly endowed with biological resources where 138 species of territorial flora and some 300 species of non aquatic vertebrates have been found. The water system is also home to numerous aguatic vegetation and 144 species of freshwater fish.
The mysterious Tasik Cini (as is popularly known by the locals) is Malaysia's answer to Loch Ness. Legend has it that the lake was the site of an ancient Khmer city, now completely submerged and guarded by mythical monsters. The lakeshores are inhabited by the Jakun branch of the Orang Asli.
From August through September, Chini Lake is transformed into a floral miracle as its surface is covered with thousands upon thousands of white and pink lotuses.
Chini Lake has a number of wooden chalet and restaurants to cater for the overnight visitors. |
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Gunung Senyum Recreational Forest
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This recreational forest is a paradise for nature lovers. The Gunung Senyum and Jebak Puyuh Caves, the main attractions here, offer avid explorers hours of thrills. The former consists of approximately 18 caves, a favorite among explorers and researchers for their impressive formations and million year old fossils.
An ancient tomb within the caves is of archaeological interest. The Jebak Puyuh Cave system, located further away, contains seven caves. Lucky visitors may even chance upon albino pythons that inhabit the cool, dark crevices of the cavern. A host of outdoor activities can be arranged for groups. |
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