Wonder Perlis

Attraction place should visit.

Bukit Keteri

in the limestone hills of Bukit Keteri with over 50 sport climbing routes that are bolted by the world's climbing team Mammut & Camp5, the crags split into 2 next to each other and the rockfaces rising up about 150m. The range of difficulty is from beginner to expert and many varieties of climbs are available.

Unique arched white Bridge

When in Kuala Perlis, you will not missed this bridge. It is unique high arched white bridge connecting the town to "Kampong Nelayan" (Fishermen's Village). its height allow residents to cross the Perlis river while allowing boat to pass below.

Kangar, beautiful Alwi Mosque

Approaching Kangar from Kuala Perlis, we saw two mosques appearing back to back. The larger one in the background with the grey domes is the famous Masjid Alwi or known as Masjid Kangar. It used to be the State Mosque. The new state mosque is gold domed and located in Arau the Royal Capital of Perlis. Back to Masjid Alwi. It has a long history being built in 1910 with its beautiful Moorish style. It is a pride of Kangar folks although many new buildings has been built in town.

Kangar, a meeting of river

It is fun to walkabout Kangar along the riverside pavements. The main river "Sungai Perlis" has tributaries of other rivers, "Sg. Kechor", "Sg. Korok", "Sg. Repoh" and "Sg. Gial". So there are also many small bridges to cross in downtown Kangar. You will walk by the major important places of Kangar including State Museum and Heritage Hall, the Chief Minister Residence, Central Market, Wholesale Market, Alwi Mosque and Perlis Islamic Center. Also you will see a giant sculpture of a keris and sword with the Perlis State flag and the limestone hill in the background.

Tasik Melati - A picturesque man-made lake

About 10km north of Kangar is Tasik Melati - a popular local attraction to walk around the lake or over the many bridges. In the early morning or late afternoon, it is particularly nice with the balmy breeze. There are many small islets of sand bars with big trees which is unusual and cool. Admission and parking is free. You can rent different fun small boats to go around the lake.

Paddy fields

All over Perlis, you will see rice fields here and there. Rice planting is an important industry. Roads are built across rice fields and so driving along the road, you will see rice fields on both side of the road. Depending on the season of the year, you will green saplings growing in flooded fields, yellow loaded grains waiting for harvest or brown stalks after harvesting.

Perlis State Park

Among the main tourist attractions are Perlis State Park and Gua Kelam. Perlis State Park Situated on the longest continuous range of limestone hills in the country called the Nakawan Range, the park consists of Mata Ayer Forest Reserve and Wang Mu Forest Reserve with a total area of about 5000 hectares. Some of the attractions in the park include various caves such as Gua Kelam and Gua Wang Burma which is located within the 500 year-old Setul limestone formation.

Snake and Reptile Farm

The Snake and Reptile Farm at Bintong, about 10 km north of Kangar has live snakes such as pythons, cobras and pit vipers. It was established in 1981 by the Institute for Medical Research to study and develop anti-venom for snakebites. Crocodiles, iguanas, monitor lizards and tortoises are also housed here. This farm is opened daily with admission fee of RM4 per adult and RM1 per child.

Kota Kayang Museum

For history, try visiting Kota Kayang Museum in Kuala Perlis where you can learn the history of Perlis. Artifacts such as stone tools, royal regalia, documents, brassware, coins and weapons are exhibited here. Admission to the museum is free and it is opened daily from 9am to 5pm.

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