Ipoh Sights will lure you with its natural beauty. Ipoh is one of the main cities in Malaysia and is a well-known tourist spot. Read on to find out about the must see-sights in Ipoh.

Cave Temples

Ipoh is a land of cave temples. You will find several limestone caves in Ipoh and what makes them special is that temples are built in these caves. Perak, Sam Poh, Kek Lok are few of the famous temples here. Among these, Perak Tong is the most visited temple in Ipoh. Located six km to the north of Ipoh, this temple was built in the year 1926 by a Buddhist priest. The temple houses more than 40 Buddha idols. The limestone cave will intrigue you with the engraving on its surface. The steps to the peak close at 4:00 p.m.

Museum

Learn about the history and the culture of Ipoh by visiting one of the museums here. The museum of Darul Ridzuan located in Jalan Panglima is filled with stories of Ipoh's past and present. Entrance to this museum is free. You will learn about the region's development, its mining industry and the initiative in forestry here. The museum building is 100 years old and has witnessed British rule and other wars in Ipoh.

Clock Tower

The clock tower and the area surrounding it makes for an interesting sight in Ipoh. The tower is Victorian architecture and was built in the year 1909. The tower is a sign of the British administration and the four virtues of the administration are exhibited in the form of statues on the first level. The next level is comprised of mural painting of 49 professions belonging to different eras. The tower is located in Jalan Sagor and faces the state mosque.

Gardens

Ipoh is also well known for its beautifully designed gardens. Ipoh has several gardens spread across the region. The Japanese garden is a treat to the senses. Set out toward the Turf Club and enter the Japanese garden located on the Tambun Road. The Japanese house is the focal point of the garden. The architecture is grand and offers colorful attractions to the garden. The wooden bridges, ponds and streams create a visual appeal like no other. The park opens at 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and at 11:00 a.m. on weekends.

Riverfront Park

The state-run Riverfront Park is a highly sought after tourist attraction in Ipoh. Located on the banks of Kinta River, this park consists of a dancing fountain and a pool area. The park is designed in a modern-way and has several fountains and benches. The park also has several food stalls that sell mouthwatering local as well as international dishes.

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As a major city during the British administration, Ipoh has a fair number of impressive colonial buildings. And like everywhere else in Malaysia, there are temples serving the needs of the three main religions of Islam, Daoism/Buddhism and Hinduism. Ipoh, being situated on a karstic formation, is close to many limestone caves. And of course, there are the markets which cheerfully assaults the eye, ears and nose.