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Pulau
Pangkor ( Pangkor
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Situated just off
the west coast of Perak, it is one of the most enchanting
islands you'll ever come across.
Pangkor has for
centuries enthralled visitors with her charming beauty.
In days of old, she was the refuge of seam en who sailed
though the Straits of Malacca.
Pangkor's many idyllic
bays made it the perfect stopover. Pirates, adventures,
merchants and soldiers of fortune sought the peace and tranquility
she had to offer.
In stark contrast to Malaysia's fast-paced progress, Pangkor
remains a haven for those seeking to get away from the hustle
and bustle of city life.
Soak up the sun on her golden
beaches. Catch sight of fishing boats rocking gently on
calm blue waters.
Get closer to nature as you trek
though virgin jungles or experience the warm, friendly
hospitality of her people. Whichever you choose, Pangkor
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Pangkor Island
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The main island of Pangkor is
mainly populated by fisherfolk
who occupy the eastern
coastline.
The island is famous
for its 'ikan bilis' (anchovies)
and squids.
The real attraction
here however are the enchanting
beaches on the western coastline Pantai Puteri Dewi, Teluk
Belanga, Teluk Nipah and Pasir
Bogak.
Among these, the quiet
coves and untrodden bays at
Tortoise Bay, Teluk Nipah and
Teluk Cempedak are marvellous
for swimming or just basking in
the sun, in complete privacy
amidst tranquil surroundings. |
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'Fantasy Island' of the East.
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Things To See And Do
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A spectacular shoreline.
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Amidst such beauty and
tranquillity, one tends to
suddenly feel relaxed and
lethargic - too lazy for any
kind of activity. However, when
there is so much to see and do,
it is soon time to get up and
go.
One of the best way to see the
island is to go on a round
island trip by taxi. The trip
costs approximately RM25.00
-RM30.00. As you travel around
the coastal roads, you will see
quaint Malay villages with
wooden houses on stilts under
the shade of coconut trees.
Now
and then, you'll catch glimpses
of the white sand and the
shimmering blue sea. In the
forests, you may chance upon the
shy deer or playful monkeys
darting among the branches.
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Stop at Pangkor, the little
picturesque town of narrow
streets and corner coffee shops.
The Nyonya marble topped tables
and antique clocks gracing the
walls, contribute to its old
world charm.
Take a leisurely stroll to the
port and watch the fishing boats
return with their fresh catch.
See how the fish are packed in
ice before being dispatched to
the mainland.
Wander off to the fishing
villages and see how the
fishermen pull in their nets
from the sea, nets filled with
wriggling fish, the bountiful
harvest from the deep. Join
their happy laughter, listen to
their happy songs - be a part of
it all! |
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Kota Belanda.
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Lumut Jetty.
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For a bit of history, visit the
old Dutch Fort at Teluk Gedung.
Built in 1670, it was used for
storing tin and was one of the
Dutch strongholds against
pirates and local Malays, Today,
only the stone foundations
remain to remind us of the power
they once exercised over the
area.
If your main interest is the sea
and water-based activities, then
take your pick from the many
beautiful beaches around. Pantai
Puteri Dewi (Beach of the Lovely
Princess) is a lovely stretch of
beach of fine white sand and
shimmering blue sea, on the
fringes of lush green tropical
forests. A resort in this
curving wide bay provides ample
accommodation in an elegant
cosmopolitan setting.
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Pasir Bogak is the largest and
most popular beach on the
island. The beach is crescent
shaped and numerous shady trees
provide idyllic picnic spots
under the canopy of their lush
foliage. The water is shallow
and crystal clear, offering
endless hours of fun and frolic
in the sunlit sea. There are
facilities for boating, fishing
and snorkelling.
Teluk Nipah is an enchanting
secluded bay on the west coast,
accessible only by bicycle or
motorcycle from Pasir Bogak and
Teluk Belanga. |
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An ideal tranquil getaway. |
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