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Visit Cameron Highlands 2009

In M’sia Ringgit
Monday to Thursday : RM200/day
Friday and Sunday : RM220/day
Saturday : RM250/day

Additional Surcharge:-
SCHOOL HOLIDAY :- RM20/day
EVE/PUBLIC HOLIDAY :-
Monday to Friday : RM30/day
Friday and Sunday : RM50/day
Saturday : RM50/day

Malaysia Public Holiday in 2009

New Year's Day 1-Jan
Chinese New Year 26-27 Jan
Prophet Mohd Birthday 9-Mar
Labour Day 1-May
Wesak Day 9-May
Agong's Birthday 6-Jun
National Day 31-Aug
Hari Raya Puasa 20-21 Sept
Deepavali 17-Oct
Hari Raya Haji 27-Nov
Awal Muharram 18-Dec
Christmas Day 25-Dec

Wild Orchid Found in Cameron Highlands

The rare flowering of a mountain “leafless orchid” has sparked excitement among a group of locals who spotted it in the Cameron Highlands jungle of Gunung Jasar, Tanah Rata.
Local environmentalist and or chid enthusiast , said it had been five years since they had seen the Aphyllorchis montana or chid blooming in the area.

Commonly known as the “leafless orchid”, the plant only reveals itself when it flowers, producing a 1.2m tall stem of butter-yellow or chids with brown specks.

“It is very difficult to find them because this mountain species usually flowers once every two or three years,”
“Even then it needs the right climatic conditions, like plenty of rain fall, before the orchid will flower.”
Since the first sighting of the plant in 2003, they and locals nature lovers had been looking out for it in Gunung Jasar.
They added that the leafless orchid happened to be near the same spot where they had sighted another rare flower, an unusually reddish Amor phophallus bufo, in May.
The group of locals are trying to get the authorities’ help to protect the jungle site so that it would not be developed in the future.

“The Aphyllorchis montana has beautiful flowers. Although it is called the leafless orchid, in truth it has leaves so tiny that people often mistake them for something else."
The orchid, was found only in Asian highland areas and fed on decaying organic matter. Its roots only go down some 15cm deep.

Cameron Highlands Malaysia

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 121 km east of Ipoh and about 214 km north of Kuala Lumpur, in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25 °C and rarely falls below 12°C year-round. Cameron Highlands is actually a district in the state of Pahang Darul Makmur although the road entrance is via Tapah and Simpang Pulai in the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan. The size of the whole Cameron Highlands district is roughly two and a quarter times the size of Singapore.

Rose Farm

There are two places you can go to see how roses are grown - Rose Center and Rose Valley. The former is located at Kea Farm Brinchang known as the Green Cow area, and the latter is located at Tringkap. Of the two, Rose Center would be considered the biggest rose growing center with over a hundred varieties of roses growing on terraced ground. Not to be outdone, Rose Valley boast 450 varieties of roses including the thornless rose, the black rose, and the green rose, which is said to be the ugliest of the rose family. Both the Rose Center and Rose Valley has put in quite an effort to landscape the center with sculptures, fountains, walkways, and pergolas.

Apart from roses, they also showcase other flowers like Lily, Gerbera, Diamond, Lady Shoe, Honeysuckle, Camellia, Gypsy Flower and many more! The cool climate of Cameron Highlands indeed provides ideal condition to make the plants and flowers bloom. Many a time plants and flowers that were purchased here never quite seem to grow quite as well in the hot humid condition in the lowlands.

At the peak of Rose Center, one can get a panoramic view of the Kea Farm valley with its terraced farms and villages. Not to be outdone, climbing up the Rose Valley too can get a good view of the area, but it is quite a steep climb though and the shortness of breath would not necessary be attributed to the view!

Opens daily from 8am - 6pm.Entrance fee of RM3 for adults, and RM1.50 for children.

Simpang Pulai Route

Previously there is only one way to Cameron Highland and that's via Tapah through the narrow and winding road, but since 3 years ago there is another road via Simpang Pulai to Cameron Highlands in which you will see Kampong Raja first instead of Ringlet. This is also the road to link Perak and Gua Musang in Kelantan…Another link that connects the West Coast to the East Coast Of Peninsula Malaysia. But if you come from the south (eg. Johore or Singapore) and don't mind adding the extra mileage to your vehicle perhaps you can try the new route which is much wider and safer.

Honey Bee Farm

Ee Feng Gu is situated 5km from the central of Cameron Highlands. It is a must to visit when you are in Cameron Highlands because it is one of the best holiday destination. 

Ee Feng Gu has already went through 3 generations, therefore it is very experienced in this field. In addition to that, many local and international bee farmer have came to gain more experience and also exchange opinions on how to look after the bees. 

Furthermore, after years and years of hardship, Ee Feng Gu has now expanded the bee farm to a larger of space.Ee Feng Gu is open daily from 8 am to 7 pm. There is not a single entrance charges, every visit to the bee farm is free of charge.

There is an important note that we like to emphasize on is that although the bees have poisonous sting, but it is always under tight control and it would not simply sting anyone. Therefore, it is very save and encourageable to bring along children so that they can learn more about the nature of vees and honey. 

Besides, workers of our farm are always very glad to guide you and explain every inquiries asked.

Ee Feng Gu has manufactured many products range from pure honey, royal jelly and pollen. Besides, we are also selling chinese tea leaves, Yi Xing Violet Sand Teapot Set, crystals, stonecarving souvenirs and others.

We are glad to inform you that our company has the service to deliver the goods to Kuala Lumpur every month. Therefore, your visits to our homepage before your visit to Cameron Highlands is much appreciated.

·  Address: 75, Batu 43, Green Cow, 39100 Kea Farm, Brinchang

·  Phone: 605-496 1951

·  Other Contact: Fax : 05-496 2951

Announcement ( Room Fully Booked )

Coming Hari Raya Puasa  (Wed 1st Oct 2008) ..........FULLY BOOKED !

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Giant Agro Expo next month

KUALA LUMPUR: The 130ha Malaysian Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS), which is among Asia’s largest showground and expo facilities, will host a huge agriculture product exposition next month.

Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Mustapa Mohamed said the RM262mil expo site, mooted three years, was the venue for the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agro-tourism (Maha) 2006 event.

He said the expo site had more facilities now, which included new exhibition halls, booths and ample parking space, he said adding that the present structures were built in 18 months after Maha 2006.

He said 1.3 million visitors were expected to turn up.

Mustapa said the expo, to be held from Aug 12 to 23, would be a platform for overseas visitors to view and buy Malaysian products.

Admission is free and trams will be available for visitors to travel in the Maha site for RM1 per day while parking is at a flat RM5 daily.

Watercress Valley

Watercress Herbs

Watercress is a dark green, leafy vegetable with a zesty pepper-like taste. It is an aquatic type plant and is related to the Nasturtium family. Watercress is grown along creeks and streambeds. Plants grow partially submerged.

Watercress produces small white flowers all summer long.

Watercress is used in salads, and as a garnish. It should be harvested, or purchased, just prior to use. You can keep it in the refrigerator for short periods of time.

How to Grow Watercress

Watercress grows in rich soil along streambeds and creeks. Plants grow partially submerged in shallow water. Plants should be in full sun. Cool weather is best.

Watercress is grown from seed. Start plants indoors in rich seed starting soil. Keep soil moist.

Transplant seedlings outdoors along slow flowing creekbeds.

Harvest leaves and young stems before the flowers bloom, as it becomes too bitter and pungent to eat. Cut leaves,wash and dry them, and store in the refrigerator.

Uses of Watercress

The peppery taste of Watercress livens up salads. They are also used as a garnish.

Watercress is rich in Vitamin A and C, and a variety of nutrients.

Watercress has been used for bladder and kidney problems.

Jim Thompson

Jim Thompson, born March 21st , 1906 in Greenville, Delaware, was an American architect who helped revitalize Thailand's silk and textile industry in the 1950s and 1960s. Thompson, previously a member of the CIA, disappeared mysteriously after going for an afternoon walk on Easter Sunday in Cameron Highlands on March 26th, 1967.

Jim Thompson was on a quiet sojourn to the highlands to visit some friends and the fact that he left his cigarettes and a small silver 'jungle box' on the chair outside Moonlight Cottage where he was staying suggests that he had not planned to be gone for long. Thompson was never seen again, and the theories for his disappearance are many, some plausible and others complex and far-fetched.

Many believe that he was kidnapped for his previous involvement in spying activities. However it is more likely that he was eaten by a tiger, murdered in a botched robbery or fell into an aboriginal animal trap (a pit with a spike) and buried by the Orang Asli when they discovered what had happened. Many hypotheses have been put forward to explain Thompson's disappearance, and there were some reported sightings of him after his disappearance, but what happened to him still remains one of the greater unsolved mysteries of Southeast Asia.

The Sungei Palas Tea Centre

A definite must on the list of things to do in Cameron Highlands is a visit to the new Sungei Palas Tea Centre. Recently opened by BOH Plantations at the Sungei Palas tea garden,it is just above Brinchang, in the very heart of the Cameron Highlands tea country. Located on a hilltop, amidst rows of tea bushes and close to Gunung Brinchang, it offers the best possible introduction to Malaysian teas in a truly spectacular setting.
The Tea Centre is home to the Tea'ria, a souvenir and tea shop as well as an exhibition area with comprehensive information about the tea manufacturing process.

The Sungei Palas Tea Centre is open daily – except Monday – from 9 am to 4:30 pm. Admission to the factory visit is free and information tours are conducted approximately every 30 minutes.

Learn more about tea :

• Learn about Cameron Highlands, the benefits of tea and the fascinating history of BOH Plantations who was a pioneer in the tea industry since 1929.
• Visit the adjacent tea factory to observe how natural and simple the tea making process really is.
• Take a picture near the six foot diameter solid brass tea rolling table at the main entrance.
• Savour the various teas uniquely manufactured by BOH in Malaysia
• Admire the superb views of the estate from a 20 foot overhanging platform.
• Try the yummy snacks and light meals available at the Tea’ria.
  

How to get there :

• From Simpang Pulai and Kampong Raja, 3km before Brinchang turn right just before the Equatorial Hotel.
• From Tanah Rata, pass Brinchang and turn left about 500m after the Equatorial Hotel.
• If you do not have transportation, ask your hotel what is the best way to get there. All visitors without parking permit and buses are required to park at the main cark park located at bottom of the hill. Parking is free. Visitors are required to abide by estate rules and regulations as well as obey instructions of estate personnel regarding parking, safety and security.

Address : Sungei Palas Tea Centre Jalan Gunung Brinchang, Brinchang, Cameron Highlands. Tel : 605 - 4962096 E-mail :http://www.boh.com.my/

[The information above was provided by Boh Tea Plantations Sdn Bhd]

Agro-Delight

There are numerous flower, vegetable and strawberry farms accessible to visitors in Cameron Highlands. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes, as there is a good amount of walking up and down steep steps and terraced footpaths.

Visitors will learn about different vegetable farming methods practised in the highlands – aeroponic, hydroponic, conventional and organic. Hydroponic is a modern method and often the costliest, but vegetables are easily grown using water instead of soil.

Nutrients are fed to the plants via a circulated water system, giving them adequate oxygen. Protected from direct sunlight, the greens are grown on neat rows of raised elongated planters and protected from pests with strategically placed “fly paper” that lure insects to its adhesive surface. The most popular vegetable grown using this method are the salad types, such as red and green coral lettuces, butterhead and Romaine. According to our guide, organic vegetables are grown with chemical-free fertilisers and some form of crop rotation.
Vegetables require 3½ months to grow using traditional farming method, so most conventional farms today opt for intensive “open terrace” cultivation, which shortens the growth period to just 45 days. Organic methods, though, take slightly longer, yielding a proper harvest only after 65-70 days. The organic vegetables produced here are mainly broccoli, mini bok choy, Japanese spinach, Chinese cabbage, leeks, iceberg lettuce and peas.

After the enlightening Agro-Delights Tour, we appreciated the fresh, crisp greens served for our steamboat dinner even more. Instead of seeing them as just an essential component of our diet, we saw the vegetables as the fruits of many diligent farmers’ labour in Cameron Highlands.

Sunrise at Mt Brinchang

Gunung Brinchang is the highest peak in Cameron Highlands and the highest point in Malaysia accessible by road. Standing at 2031m, it is visible from most parts of Tanah Rata and Brinchang with a telecomunications tower on the peak. The summit offers a great panorama of the surrounding areas.It is 7km from the base of the turn-off from the road into Sungai Palas tea estate to the peak and is a steep uphill climb

Upon reaching the peak of Brinchang, at the tall viewing tower to wait for the sun. There was already we were mesmerised – by the spectacular 360° view of tranquil, verdant hills, some of which were blanketed in thick rolls of cottony clouds and others swathed in ribbons of ethereal mists

Buffeted occasionally by strong, bone-chilling winds, and saw the sun rising majestically between the hills. Yup, the Morning Madness tour certainly gave a new perspective to our Cameron Highlands getaway.

Photo Contest 2008

The 3rd Cameron Highlands Photo Contest is back. Organized by the NPO Club Cameron Highlands and REACH.
Send in your best Cameron Highlands Photo's
Click on this link below for more Infomation and Application Form

http://www.cameronhighlands.com/News/Announcements/Photo_Contest_2008/

Prizes:

• 1st – 3rd prize (1 winner each): Digital camera
• 4th - 10th prize (1 winner each): Memento　　

Entry Period:

• 1st August, 2007 - 30th June, 2008

Markets

There are a few main open-air markets in Cameron Highlands where you can shop to your heart's delight for vegetables, fruits and delicious snacks. A market takes place daily in the Kea Farm, located around 2 km away from Brinchang town where the Equatorial resort is. Open from early morning till the late evening, this is where you can purchase freshly plucked vegetables, strawberries, sweet corn and other delicious greens.

On the other hand, Brinchang town plays host to a ‘Pasar Malam' or night market just opposite the police station on Friday and Saturday nights. Traders will start setting up their stalls in the early evening and business becomes brisk during the night. The Pasar Malam is a colourful sight as you can find all sorts of food and items on sale from greens, strawberries and corn to electronic gadgets and delicious snacks such as cakes, fried food and jelly to bootleg clothing, shoes and bags.

Cameron Highlands Background

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150 km north of Kuala Lumpur, in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, and enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25 °C and rarely falling below 12 °C year round. Actually, Cameron Highlands is a district in the state of Pahang Darul Makmur although the road entrance is via Tapah and Simpang Pulai in the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan. The size of the whole Cameron Highlands district is roughly as big as two and a quarter Singapore.

The Highlands were named after William Cameron, a British colonial government surveyor who discovered the plateau during a mapping expedition in 1885. The fame of Cameron Highlands then grew during the colonial era when British planters realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing tea, then a prized commodity. The Cameron Highlands are still home to many tea plantations, being Malaysia's largest tea-producing region. The area is also known as a major supplier of legumes and vegetables to both Malaysia and Singapore with its many farms, and is one of Malaysia's prime tourist destinations..

A visitor center with one deck of a view

ZLG Design of the BOH Visitor Center in Malaysia
The choice to use metalwork was based strictly on the need to reduce on site construction activities. ZLG Design contemplated to expedite erection of steel frames in order to mitigate delivery problems of the tea leaves to the currently operating factory near by. The structural components were kept very simple, utilizing mainly standard section sizes. No major welding was done, except for smaller components. The side windows and facade were fabricated off site and assembled quickly and put into place between posts on a span of 9m girds. The steelwork is limited strictly to the upper storey structure; this is then assembled in situ manner to sit atop a reinforced concrete frame consisting of 350x1000 deep beams spanning a 9m grid. The floor slabs are then finished and exposed but sealant treated cement render, these were applied with a dark receding colour. The ramped concrete floor allows for a truck and general vehicles to pass under for the next phase of construction. The roof was constructed of simple mild steel edge capping assembled to terminate the open trussed metal beams. Such devices were used to reduce the weight of the structure overall and also to ease the distribution of services inside the voids between the trusses. A slight slope towards the back allows draining of the rainwater on the roof towards only one side of the roof, which simplifies building elevation treatment. The bamboo and cementitious board panels are designed to be externally exposed to weather, and are also arrange to provide concealed lighting, using very simple fluorescent battens. These are mounted in between strips of cement boards with sufficient gaps for mounting these luminaries.

Boh Visitor Centre has just won the prestigious 2007 International Biennale Barbara Cappochin Foundation Award for Architecture and Construction Elements Prize, from Padova Italy.

Orang Asli Village

Orang Asli is a Malay term that translates as 'original people'. They are the indigenous people of Malaysia who exist in a quiet yet beautiful world on their own, living on the fringe of mainstream society. It is the world of the forest people. The Orang Asli of Cameron Highlands are from the Senoi, Temier, Jakun and Negrito tribes and many of their villages can be seen in Cameron Highlands and along the road up the hill from the Tapah interchange on the North-South Expressway. You may visit some of these villages deep in the forest with a guide who will provide the necessary information on these people. You will experience how these simple folks live and even try your hand at using the blowpipe, their primary weapon for hunting.

The Smokehouse Hotel & Restaurant

Sixty kilometres of loops, switchbacks and steady climbing takes you to this delightful resort. Here you will find the most famous building in Cameron Highlands. Standing alongside the golf course is The Smokehouse Hotel and Restaurant. This English Tudor style Hotel built in 1939 provides you with the ultimate in colonial ambience. A 3 hour drive from KL, Cameron Highlands is quite literally at the frontier between the man made world and the wild where one can venture out and taste the latter, returning safely each day to the comfort of the former, The Smokehouse

Enjoy the wonderful traditional English breakfast, tea in the lush gardens with scones, cream and strawberry jam, and dine in probably the finest restaurant in the Highlands. Take pleasure in a drink by the fireplace and relax before retiring to one of the well-appointed suites. The experience of The Smokehouse is something to be treasured

Strawberry Farm

There are many strawberry farms in Cameron highlands. The number of farms you see will surprise you. This is because strawberries are suitable to be grown in places with cool weather. Therefore, many strawberries farms are seen in Cameron. Nowadays, a lot of the strawberries are no longer grown hydrophonically. This is a method of growing strawberries without soils. It is grown on raised trays fed by water containing the essential nutrients for healthy growth. Although highland strawberries tend to be slightly smaller than those grown in Europe, they are just as sweet and delicious as those grown in Europe are. This is probably because of the lack of long sunshine hours to promote growth.

Raju Hill Strawberry Farm, Kasimanis Strawberry Farm and Healthy Strawberry Farm are the most popular strawberry farms to be visit. You will be surprised when you get into the strawberry farm. You will realize that it is not just an ordinary strawberry farm. You will be given the chance to pick and pluck your own strawberry. You may pick those bigger in size or you may get those sweeter ones. This is definitely a good way for you to choose bigger and sweeter strawberries. Beside that, you will also be able to gain new experience of plucking your own strawberries. It is definitely a sweet and memorable experience. Little kids will definitely love this.

Besides the fruit strawberries, you will also be able to taste delicious, mouth-watering strawberry lassi, pickled strawberry, strawberry yoghurt, strawberry milkshake, strawberry ice cream and much more. You will be able to see many ranges of strawberries products. You also should not miss out trying the homemade strawberry jam, strawberry ice and strawberry syrup. There are also strawberry cake, strawberry sundaes, strawberry tea and strawberry juice. These are all made of fresh strawberries. You should never miss out trying these. They are special and super delicious.

Cactus Valley

Cactus Valley is the newly built tourist attraction with numerous types of cactus on show. Its hillside location makes for interesting viewing of the cactus and other plants which include Strawberries, Roses, Apple & Peach trees, Orchids, Cherry Tomatoes etc.Cactus Valley boast of having one of the most variety of cactus plants, some as old as 60 years. Be sure to check out the Hydroponics mehod of cultivating crops such as tomatoes, strawberry and other vegetables here.

Cactus Valley also have the most comprehensive variety of plants and foliage including calla lily impatiens, roses, fuchsia, ananas/vriesea, hibiscus, camellia, rhododendron, bird of paradise, glory bush, clivia miniata, peaches, hippeastrum, geranium, coleus, gerbera, oncidium and many other. 8 varieties of apple trees, passion fruit plants are also cultivated in Cactus Valley Cameron Highlands.Cactus, fresh strawberries, potted plants, souvenir items and dried flowers are available for sale.Your visit to Cactus Valley will be one of the most wonderful experience in your life.

Lata Iskandar Waterfall

The waterfall. It is over 30 meters tall, a near vertical cascade, preceded by another 2 more cascades on top. On top of the large cascade, the waterfall starts as a spillover from a man made barricade. This basin at the top of the waterfall was originally designed for the collection of drinking water! You could see its traces. Walking steps on the right side of the Main waterfall stretches to the top of the first cascade. Here a small standing space allows hikers a good bird's eye view of the activities below. Watch your step, the surrounding is always wet and slippery! There is the play pool at the base of the waterfalls. Notice those light colored litters? It's existence clearly demonstrate the level of contamination. The attitude of authority in keeping this No 1 tourist spot in such dire straits.

Popular Jungle Trekking Trails

There are plenty of jungle treks of varying difficulty and duration to satisfy nature lovers. Most of the trails are located around Tanah Rata. All these trails leads to the waterfalls and the mountains.

Room Rates Promotion

May Day promotion from 1st ~ 23th May 2008 , 10% Discounts.

Check in 2 pm and Check out 12noon.
Prices are subject to change due to peak season
Additional SGD20/RM40 Surcharge apply per day when School Holiday season.

Apartment Rates:

In Singapore Dollars
SUN to THU : SGD80 per day
FRI and SAT: SGD120 per day

EVE/PUBLIC HOLIDAY( In Malaysia) SGD150 per day

In M'sia Ringgit

SUN to THU: RM190 per day
FRI and SAT: RM280 per day

EVE/PUBLIC HOLIDAY( In Malaysia): RM360 per day

2008 Calender with Malaysia Public Holiday for your vacation guide to Cameron Highlands

Malaysia Year 2008 Public Holidays

• 01/Jan - New Year's Day
• 10/Jan - Awal Muhram
• 07-08/Feb - Chinese New Year
• 20/Mar - Prophet Mohd's Birthday
• 01/May - Labour Day
• 19/May - Wesak Day
• 07/Jun - Agong/King's Birthday
• 31/Aug - National day/Merdeka
• 17/Sept - Nuzul Al Quran Day
• 01-02/Oct - Hari Raya Puasa
• 27/Oct - Deepavali
• 08/Dec - Hari Raya Haji
• 25/Dec - Christmas Day
• 29/Dec - Awal Muharam

Malaysia School Term Holiday 2008

• 1st Mid Term Braek = 08/Mar ~ 16/Mar
• 2nd Mid Term Break = 24/May ~ 08/Jun
• 3rd Mid term Break = 16/Aug ~ 24/Aug
• Year End Break = 15/Nov ~ 04/Jan 2009

Singapore School Term Holiday 2008

• Semester 1 Trem 1 Break = 08/Mar ~ 16/Mar
• Semester 1 Term 2 Break = 24/May ~ 22/Jun
• Semester 2 Term 1 Break = 30/Aug ~ 07/Sep
• Semester 2 Term 2 break = 15/Nov ~ 31/Dec

Tea Plantations

Tea plantations is one of the must-see features of Cameron Highlands. You can visit the factories to see the process of tea production and some have shops where you can drink and buy tea. The view overlooking the plantations is beautiful, perfect for the picture album.

Golf Course

What more can we say? Bring your clubs and enjoy the pleasure of a game 1467m above sea level.

Cameron Highlands Map

North South Expressway ( Green Line )

Room Rates (April Promotion 10% Discount)

Prices are subject to change due to peak season
Additional SGD20 Surcharge apply per day when School Holiday season.

Apartment Rates:
SUN to THU : SGD80 per day
FRI and SAT: SGD120 per day
EVE/PUBLIC HOLIDAY( In Malaysia) SGD150 per day