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The Legend of the Elephant Named Aduka in Gerik
This legendary elephant named Aduka was originally discovered while roaming in the Belum Forest. It is estimated that Aduka was found in the 1980s, and its size was truly formidable, said to be so large it exceeded the height of a house. Despite this, Aduka was quite tame and had a caretaker who never tired of looking after and feeding it since it was first discovered.
Sejarah
Communist Ambush on Police in Kelian Intan, Hulu Perak
A dark event that will never be forgotten by the families of police officers who served in Kelian Intan, Hulu Perak, when communist terrorists launched an ambush on the police on September 10, 1947, at exactly 7:30 AM.
Mitos
The Myth of the Cursed Newlyweds in Gua Puteri, Lenggong
Two stalagmites inside Gua Puteri are believed to be the princess and prince who guarded the cave. Legend has it that long ago, Sang Kelembai cursed the newlyweds, turning them into stone.
Sejarah
Kampung Ulu Kuang, Chemor Named After the World's Most Beautiful Bird
Behind the name of a village in Chemor lies the name of the most beautiful bird in the world, the peacock-pheasant (kuang).
Food
Special Malindo Apam Balik in Teluk Intan
This Malindo Apam Balik stall is located behind the Shell petrol station and next to the Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan. The owner, Mr. Ashaari, has been selling apam balik here since 1982, and despite the many others now selling various types of apam balik, he remains loyal to his spot.
Tokoh
Who Was the First Englishman to Climb Bukit Larut?
After the Perak War ended in 1876, the British moved the capital of Perak from Bandar Baru, Kg Gajah to Taiping. Due to the tropical climate of Malaya, which was quite hot for the British officials serving here, they turned Bukit Larut into a retreat by building many holiday homes, drawn by its cool and comfortable atmosphere.
Tokoh
The Comic Artist of Bidan Muda from Lenggong
The artist behind the comic Bidan Muda is a native of Kampung Raban, Lenggong, Perak. He is a respected comic artist named Abdul Halim Teh.
Tourism
Let's Take a Relaxing Vacation at Sahom Valley, Kampar
Sahom Valley is the perfect choice for a family getaway. Located in Kampung Sahom, Kampar, Perak, this retreat is the ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Sejarah
Panggung Lido, The Largest Cinema in Perak Around the 1960s
With a seating capacity of 1,215, Panggung Lido in Ipoh was arguably the largest cinema in Perak during the 1960s.
Tokoh
Born in Parit, First Woman to Become Director-General of the Ministry of Education
Tan Sri Dr. Asiah Abu Samah set a record as the first woman appointed as Director-General of the Ministry of Education on November 27, 1991. Tan Sri Dr. Asiah Abu Samah was born on March 1, 1937, in Parit, Perak. She received her early education at the Malay Primary School, Kuala Kangsar.
Sejarah
The Sultanate of Selangor Exists Because of the Sultan of Perak
How the first Sultan of Selangor was appointed, and how this narrative is closely linked to the 16th Sultan of Perak, Sultan Mahmud Syah II, who ruled Perak at the time.
Sejarah
The Meaning of Teluk Anshun Behind the Name Teluk Anson
Even after the significant date of January 1, 1982, when Teluk Anson was renamed Teluk Intan, many still refer to it as Teluk Anshun. This is due to internal factors rooted in the habits of the local Chinese community.