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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.

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St Michael's Institution

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A grand old building, St Michael's Institution is a secondary high school built in 1912. It is administered as part of global La Sallian school network. The school grounds also contains the less impressive primary school which was added later. The school has produced its fair share of illustrious alumni active in the Malaysian political, arts, sports and entertainment fields.

During World War II, it was used as an administrative center by the Japanese, housing the governor's residence, police department, treasury, air raid shelter and telephone exchange. With the end of more..

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address:	Jalan S.P. Seenivasagam (formerly Clayton Road)

Sam Poh Tong and Nearby Temple Caves

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Sam Poh Tong (Cavern of the Triple Gems) is in Gunung Rapat, 5km from Ipoh. Sam Poh Tong's original temple was built in the 1890s by a Chinese monk who found the cave and decided to use it as a hermitage. The present construction dates from the 1950s, with 246 steps that lead to the caves and a panoramic view of Ipoh and surrounds. This temple and its sister temple Kek Loh Tong (located in the same hill range) are built directly into the limestone hillside and utilise the caves within as part of its architecture. Sam Poh Tong is said to be the largest of its kind in Malaysia. more..

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address:	Sam Poh Tong is 5km south of Ipoh (towards Kampar) and a 20-minute bus ride.

Kek Lok Tong

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Kek Lok Tong (Cave of Great Happiness) is in the same vicinity as Sam Poh Tong, but is much younger, being built in the 1970s. It replicates more or less the same features as Sam Poh Tong, with cave statues, lotus ponds and a vegetarian restaurant. Because it is accessible through the Gunung Rapat housing area, it has a cleaner, quieter and more cooling environment, which may suit some rather than the more popular Sam Poh Tong caves. Locals say it has the better scenic cave view.

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Kellie's Castle

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Kellie's Castle, also known as Kellie's Folly, is 20 minutes outside of Ipoh. This unfinished South-Indian style Gothic mansion was started by an eccentric Scottish planter named William Kellie Smith. Built in 1915, Smith decided to commemorate the birth of his longed for son and heir by building a castle. Smith brought over many Indian workers to complete his architectural dream, which was to include an indoor tennis court, an elevator and a rooftop courtyard for parties. It also included a tunnel to a nearby Hindu temple, reflecting Smith's fascination with Hinduism. This more..

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address:	On the road from Ipoh to Batu Gajah

Kallumalai Arul Migu Subramaniar Koli Temple

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An Indian temple set amongst the limestone hills of Ipoh. During Thaipusam and Deepavali, the temple becomes a lively focal point for the Hindus of Ipoh.

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address:	Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab

Architecture in Old Town

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Old Town contains many of the British colonial architecture, consisting of rows of gently crumbling old shophouses (along Leech Street, now known as Jalan Bandar Timah), heritage buildings and Government buildings. Old Town is situated on the west side of the Kinta River. See the rest of this article for details on individual buildings. Further details can be read at: http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/destination/ipoh-City.html

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D. R. Seenivasagam Park (Coronation Park)

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For those looking for family-friendly locations, or wishing to take time out in a quiet green spot, D. R. Seenivasagam Park (Coronation Park) is a reliable spot. Named after a former popular Ipoh politician, it contains recreational fields, an artificial lake filled with fish which you can feed from the walkway, a nursery and contains one of the last few surviving examples of the ipoh tree, from which the city takes its name. A small Japanese-style garden was recently added, complete with hungry koi in its ponds and other Japanese elements.

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address:	Jalan Raja Musa Aziz (formerly Anderson Road)

Ipoh Railway Station

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Ipoh Railway Station
photo by: Loh Chee Wai

Built during the mining boom days, this once-impressive building with elements of Moorish architecture has often been referred to as the Taj Mahal of Ipoh. It was an important loading station for the rich ore in the valley, and as such was built to reflect this fact. It resembles its counterpart in Kuala Lumpur, hardly a surprise considering both were designed by the same architect, AB Hubback. It has a garden in front which is notable for being one of the places where the ipoh tree can still be seen. It also contains the once upper-class establishment of the Station more..

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address:	Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab

Perak Tong

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Perak Tong (Perak Cave) is located north of Ipoh in Gunung Tasek. Built in 1926, it is similar to the other cave temples in having Buddhist statues, with a 12.8m tall statue of a sitting Buddha as its centerpiece. Mystical cave paintings adorn the walls, and the temple has a commanding view of the countryside at the top of its 385 step staircase.

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address:	Jalan Kuala Kangsar