Kuala Kangsar, the Royal Town of Perak
Kuala Kangsar is a Royal Town and is also a city steeped in various historical tales. This Royal Town is a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists, as it is rich in unique and fascinating local products.
This Royal Town is also listed in the
list of districts in Perak
. This district is administered by the
Kuala Kangsar Municipal Council
. The main growth centers of the district are Kuala Kangsar town, Sungai Siput (U), Padang Rengas, Pekan Manong, Pekan Sauk, Karai, Pekan Salak, Lintang, and Lasah. It is worth noting that the Sungai Siput (U) area is the second-largest growth center after Kuala Kangsar town among the areas within the Kuala Kangsar district.
Kuala Kangsar, the Royal Town of Perak
The origin of the name Kuala Kangsar is derived from the counting of river mouths (kuala) along the Perak River when the area was first explored. It is said that a group of explorers traveled along the Perak River to find a suitable bank to land. The story goes that they rowed their sampans along the Perak River in search of a settlement area until they reached a tributary on the left bank of the Perak River. In their count, this river mouth was the hundredth minus one, or in Malay, 'Kuala Kurang Sa'. It is believed that this is how Kuala Kangsar got its name, which was originally 'Kuala Kurang Sa' and later evolved into 'Kuala Kangsar' over time. Some locals also claim that the name Kuala Kangsar was taken from the 'kangsar' trees that grew abundantly along the riverbanks.
Kuala Kangsar covers an area of 204.94 square kilometers, equivalent to 79.13 square miles. Today, there are 10 mukims (sub-districts) within the Kuala Kangsar district, as listed below:
- Mukim Chegar Galah
- Mukim Kota Lama Kiri
- Mukim Lubok Meghobo
- Mukim Kampung Buaia
- Mukim Senggang
- Mukim Sayong
- Mukim Kota Lama Kanan
- Mukim Kota Lama Kiri
- Mukim Sungai Siput
- Mukim Pulau Kemiri
Besides Ipoh, Pulau Pangkor, Pasir Salak, and other areas in the state of Perak, this district is also a frequent destination for tourists. Some of the popular tourist spots are listed below.
- Istana Iskandariah, Bukit Chandan
- Ubudiah Royal Mosque, Bukit Chandan
- Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery, Bukit Chandan
- Istana Kenangan, Bukit Chandan
- Sungai Perak Resort, Kuala Kangsar
- Sayong Resort, Sayong
- Department of Irrigation & Drainage Recreation Center
- Raja Intan Suraya Recreation Park
- Sultan Iskandar Polo Club
- Kuala Kangsar Royal Golf Club
- Traditional boats are also available for hire to cruise along the banks of the Perak River and the Sayong waterfront
If you visit this district, the authentic handicraft products from the local community will surely captivate you. These include 'labu sayong' (clay water pitchers), gold thread embroidery, rattan weaving, and much more. The district is also rich in various delicious local and traditional foods. If you are a fan of laksa, you have come to the right place. Most tourists who visit praise the deliciousness of the laksa found in Kuala Kangsar.
Not to be missed is the creamy, sweet, and cold cendol, which can be enjoyed leisurely with family or loved ones while admiring the beautiful landscape of the area. It will certainly be an unforgettable experience. You can continue searching for more information about this historically rich district on the Orang Perak website. Additionally, you can search for other interesting locations here. We are certain you will not regret spending your holiday in this Royal town, which is the pride of all the people in the state of Perak.
