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Perak FROM TOP Houses made from forest plants; The children of the aboriginal village The view from the islet and its humble jetty. These villages are located on the many islets on the lake where they built their houses from plants like bamboo and rattan. 24 · WWW.<strong>GOASIAPLUS</strong>.COM
Perak FROM TOP The courtyard next to the restaurant The welldecorated Chengal rooms The Pill Box museum that use to be a military bunker. Visit Aboriginal Villages Another great thing about Royal Belum are the aboriginal villages that are home to the nomadic ahai tribe. These villages are located on the many islets on the lake where they built their houses from plants like bamboo and rattan. The boat tours can include a stop to these villages where you can meet the villagers and especially the kids. It is polite to offer some food to the little ones like biscuits or chips as a token of appreciation. Luxury Eco Accomodations ust because you are exploring in jungle terrain, does not mean your accommodation should be a humble one. The Belum Rainforest Resort is your guide to the ultimate luxury eco-living thanks to the airy villas and chalets that even host some swanky facilities. Aer undergoing a face-li in the past couple of years, the Belum Rainforest Resort host an infinity pool overlooking the lake, a spa that features traditional Malay treatments and two restaurants to cater to every palate. The lodging has rooms for small families and even villas for couples with an outdoor bath tub and industrial decor. If you want something close to waters, families can stay in the traditionally-designed chalets that pay homage to classic Malays homes. Note that their packages include three daily meals with some inclusive of the many jungle and lake tours. The lush lands of northern Perak is a nature lover’s haven that doubles as an escape from the bustling cityscapes. Once you are there, you will feel a sort of relaxing stillness. It is like you can hear the sounds of Mother Nature through the chirping birds and the swaying branches, calling you into the wild. #facts • The Royal Belum State Park is home to 10 out of the 12 species of hornbills in the world • a cs a aa cas ai i tis the size of Singapore • Before Gerik is the district of Lenggong where the ‘Perak Man’, a 11,000 year old skeletal remain was found in Gunung Runtuh Cave • There is a R&R with small shops to eat, 40 minutes north of the s i scacula is itiasa uai a • Visit the Pill Box opposite the resort which use to be a military bunker during the communist invasion but has now transformed into a museum For more info and seasonal packages on Belum Rainforest Resort, visit their website at www.belumrainforestresort.com For more info on the Belum-Temenggor Rainforest, visit www.belum.com.my WWW.<strong>GOASIAPLUS</strong>.COM · 25
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