Malaysia's Mini Amazon is in Kampung Beng, Perak
Want to experience and enjoy an environment like the Amazon River in South America? You might not know that Perak has its own Amazon river, and it is just as impressive as the world-renowned Amazon River.
The Amazon River in Perak is better known as Malaysia's Mini Amazon, and it is located in Kampung Beng, Lenggong. Do you know or have you ever heard of Kampung Beng? Actually, Kampung Beng was quite famous at one time because it was often used as a filming location for Western movies.
The movie Anna and The King
is among the films that had several scenes shot in the Kampung Beng area. There were also several other film shoots and advertisements from both domestic and international productions that favored this location as their set.
For your information, loyal readers of orangperak.com, Kampung Beng is located on the Chenderoh River, about 23 kilometers from the town of Lenggong. This Mini Amazon of Malaysia offers challenges similar to those found in the actual Amazon River.
For hardcore anglers, this is the perfect fishing spot for you. Most fishing enthusiasts say that this is the ultimate satisfaction and a paradise for their hobby. This Mini Amazon location is a hotspot for Peacock Bass, snakehead (haruan), and sebarau fish. Don't worry, there are no piranhas in this Mini Amazon river.
There are two ways to get to Kampung Beng. First, visitors can travel there by boat from the Pengkalan Durian Jetty, cruising along the river and lake route.
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Alternatively, the second way is by land, driving your own vehicle. The land route takes longer and is further than the first option because the roads are winding.
For your information, loyal readers of orangperak.com, visitors can stay at homestays available in Kampung Beng. If you arrive there, take the opportunity to spend the night, and believe me, it will provide a new experience for those living in cities and urban areas. There are many Kampung Beng homestays available along the shores of Tasik Chenderoh.
Believe it or not, many foreign tourists from Singapore, Japan, Korea, China, and many others frequently come to Kampung Beng for vacations. Is it right for us, as locals, not to know about it or visit this place? Let's go to Kampung Beng and experience Malaysia's Mini Amazon for yourself!
