7 Fun Things to Do in Ipoh, Malaysia, Ipoh, Malaysia

Malaysia isn’t exactly a destination in Asia where most people have a great long list of places they want to visit. Beyond a few obvious candidates like Kuala Lumpur and Penang, many would be hard pressed to come up with other names. That being said, one of the best up-and-coming Malaysian destinations is the curious city of Ipoh. Found inland from the northwest coast of the Malay Peninsula in the state of Perak, there are plenty of things to do in Ipoh, because of just how different it is to other Malaysian destinations. In recent years, Ipoh has become an increasingly popular stop for travellers journeying through the country. This is because it sits neatly at a crossroads between Penang in the north, Kuala Lumpur to the south and the Cameron Highlands a little ways inland. Throw in its sights and attractions and it clearly becomes a natural inclusion in a good Malaysia itinerary. For an idea of what to do in Ipoh, here’s a look at the sights I saw during my visit there. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).