The History and Origins of the Roller Skating Rink at Taiping Lake Gardens

In the heart of Taiping Lake Gardens lies a roller skating rink built about 40 years ago. Interestingly, this rink was built through sincere donations from various levels of society in Taiping in collaboration with various parties.

This rink was built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Taiping town and was officiated by Sultan Idris Shah, the 33rd Sultan of Perak, on August 25, 1975. It was a project by the Rotary Club of Taiping in collaboration with the Inner Wheel Club, Rotaract Club, and the Interact Club of St. George's School, Taiping. The location of this rink is near Jalan Kedamaian, a path in the middle of Taiping Lake Gardens that is now reserved for pedestrians only.

Beside this rink, a memorial monument was built to house the plaque detailing the rink's inauguration. On the monument, a full list of donors who contributed wholeheartedly to build this rink is displayed.

On the monument, the names of the donors have been engraved along with the amount donated. Donors included the Perak State Government, individual donors from various government and private agencies, companies, and business people. In addition, more than 17 schools around Taiping town also helped raise funds to build this rink.

Once completed, this roller skating rink became a focal point for Taiping residents every evening and on weekends.

Nowadays, besides being used for roller skating, this rink is also used for various activities such as Tai Chi and other health activities by the residents of Taiping.