Sunday, April 29, 2012

Cameron Highlands -Malaysia

Presentation of the Cameron Highlands
   
Hill Resort in Malaysia's largest, about 60 kilometers from the main KL-Ipoh Tapah-Butterworth road, at an altitude of 1300m to 1829m. The Cameron Highlands is a vast area of ​​green hills, tea plantations and forests that stretch across the road from the town of Ringlet, then through the main towns of Tanah Rata, Brinchang and beyond. The highlands are within the borders of the state of Pahang, but the easiest access is via Tapah Perak. 
Cameron Highlands was named after William Cameron, the surveyor, a map of the area in 1885. It was soon followed by tea growers, gardeners and wealthy Chinese colonialists seeking an escape from the heat, the cold of the plains.

     
The temperature in the highlands rarely drops below 10 ° C or rises above 21 ° C, and in this fertile area of ​​vegetables grow in abundance, the flowers are grown commercially in the country and the wildflowers bloomeverywhere. It is also the center of tea production in Malaysia.This is a network of jungle trails, waterfalls and mountains, and fewer points for the taxation of interest, including the colorful temples, tea gardens of roses, where visitors are welcome to try the local beer.



In recent years, the development of the Cameron Highlands has increased, and the construction of imposing buildings that have changed the environment in old English. Tragically, massive, indiscriminate and often illegal deforestation has caused serious environmental damage, were leveled hills and streams filled to make way for farmland, causing landslides and flooding. Erosion Ringlet Lake to be buried in the sediments of 75% for the year 2005, when the dredging operation along (and dirty) started, but this is likely to be a permanent problem. The federal government has introduced tough legislation against pollution of water, which became another concern. So far, the Pahang state government has done little more than to impose fines on the nominal owners. After several years of construction, the "new way" of Ipoh to Tanah Rata and Brinchang is now open, offering a route much easier and faster in the Highlands. This new ease of access is likely to stimulate development.


Despite all the changes, constant rain, humidity, and the hordes of visiting the Cameron Highlands remains a destination for relaxation and one of the most rewarding stops in Malaysia.



What to do in Cameron Highlands in MalaysiaCameron Highlands is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility, but especially for adventurers who enjoy nature. There is even a middle of the road and designed to see waterfalls, vegetation types and landscapes.Cameron Highlands is also one of the most recommended to see the Rafflesia, the world's largest flower, which can only be for a few days every ten months or so.
In addition, the tea plantations to show visitors the whole process from collection to treatment of leaves for different types of tea, which can be tasted in sweet or alone.
Getting to Cameron HighlandsCameron Highlands is about three hours north of Kuala Lumpur. Reach, however, is not easy because the road is narrow and has sharp curves, especially when coming from the south. If rain is expected, you may want to go north on the main road to Ipoh, rather than take the south entrance.
   
If arriving by bus, the stop is Tanah Rata usual, the largest population in the area. From there you can take a bus to Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Penang and even Singapore.
Hotel in Cameron HighlandsAlthough Cameron Highlands has no concentration of tourism in other parts of Southeast Asia, a wide range of hotels, from budget to luxury villas located in the old colonial houses. In fact, few people have taken up residence in the mountain resort, though many Malaysians have a second home as a holiday.
 

Tanah Rata offers the most variety in housing, and is usually not difficult to find a room. However, in April, August and December, periods that coincide with local festivals, it is advisable to book before, as it is a popular domestic destination. In Tanah Rata can find shelter, as the Lodge of Daniel, with a good pension, as the Hillview Inn or deluxe rooms, including the surprising Lakehouse, an old colonial house that retains the flavor of the early twentieth century .
Cameron Highlands is primarily a corner to enjoy the peace and forget the stress. 
Recommendations of a pause in the grueling trip through Southeast Asia.

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