Magnificent Views in Perlis That Are a Must-Visit

Perlis is known for its pristine nature and the infinite bliss it brings to everyone visiting. From spectacular fields that are filled with blooming and colourful flowers to a glorious landscape of the entire state, Perlis is here to offer you sights that will leave you in awe. Be sure to keep your cameras on hand to capture the beauty of Perlis through your lens as a memory of your visit to the state.

Ladang Kenaf

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Located in Chuping, Perlis, Ladang Kenaf is a large open field stretching over 200 hectares and is laden with an abundance of the Kenaf plant. This plant is usually used to produce string, thread and gunny cloth. What makes Ladang Kenaf the perfect photo spot for you to visit, is the beautiful flowers that the plant produces. Resembling a hibiscus flower, the kenaf flower blooms in colours of white and stretches all over the meadow.

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Walk through the open fields and among the tall stems of the Kenaf plant as you take in the natural beauty that embraces the area. Stand among the flowers and strike a pose for the most picture-perfect photo you can take.

Not only are the flowers at Ladang Kenaf the highlight, but also the panoramic views that are around. From the blue skies to the lush greenery of other plants around this place is the perfect picture spot. The best time to visit Ladang Kenaf is during noon in the month of December as this is when the flowers are blooming in all its glory.

To travel to Ladang Kenaf, visitors can take the ETS to Bukit Ketri in Perlis. From there it is a 19-minute drive to Ladang Kenaf which can be reached via taxi or e-hailing services.

Bukit Chabang Mari

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For the stunning view of the setting sun between two mountains, then Bukit Chabang Mari is the perfect place for you. Located just 8-kilometres away from the town of Kangar, Bukit Chabang Mari, is the perfect place for both the adventurous and non-adventurous. Those who wish to take a short hike up the mountain are more than welcome to. As they reach the peak of the mountain, they will get a glorious view of the paddy fields and blue skies of Perlis. At the foothills of the mountain, you can find a large open space which is filled with tall and robust trees. Not only can you find beautiful greenery around but Bukit Chabang Mari is filled with friendly goats and kids which roam freely around.

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Visitors can enter the large field and frolic around with the playful and friendly animals. For those who aren’t a fan of the animals are more than welcome to sit by the side where tables and chairs are provided, to take in the serene beauty of the hills. To enter Bukit Chabang Mari, guests have to pay a small admission fee, which is RM 2 per person. The best time to visit this outstanding view is during the sunset when the sun sets between the two hills and gives off an absolutely picturesque view.

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To reach Bukit Chabang Mari, you can opt for a train ride aboard the ETS that will take you to Bukit Ketri station in Perlis and from there, you can hop into a taxi or any e-hailing car to take you straight to Bukit Chabang Mari. Alternatively, you can take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to the Kangar Bus Terminal and from there hop onto bus number T11 which takes you to Beseri. To Bukit Chabang Mari from Beseri is a mere 12 minutes which can be reached by any taxi or e-hailing services.

Kampung Wai

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Overlooking a breathtaking lake and towering hills which are over 500 thousand years old, Kampung Wai is the best place for aesthetically pleasing pictures. Known to be the hidden gem of Perlis, this site is nestled within vibrant flora and fauna. Walk along the bridge to capture the true beauty that lies within the area.

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To really capture the scenic views of Kampung Wai, climb aboard the kayak for a 3-kilometre journey along the river and through a magnificent tunnel. Paddle your way across the river while you take in the glorious sights around you.

There are multiple ways to reach Kampung Wai. By train, visitors can climb aboard the ETS which takes them straight to the Arau Royal Railway Station. Once they arrive, visitors can take a 6-minute walk down to the Arau Station Bus Stop and board bus number T10 which stops at Kangar. From there, they can change to bus number T12 which takes them straight to Kampung Wai. If you are planning to travel by bus, you can take the bus that goes straight to Kuala Perlis from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan. From the Kuala Perlis Bus Terminal, you can take a 6-minute walk to the Kuala Perlis bus stop and board bus number T12 which will take you straight to Kampung Wai.

Kangar Street Art

Explore the handpainted wonders of Perlis at Kangar Street Art. This alleyway is decked out in interesting and fascinating paintings that fill up every little space of the walls of the buildings around.

Designed and painted by 15 skilled artists from Persatuan Pelukis Negeri Perlis, each mural that can be found there incorporates local elements which paint a picture of the true Malaysian culture.

Strike a pose in front of each mural to get the picture of a lifetime. Some of the many murals are painted in a way that allows you to interact with them. For instance, you can pretend to have a set of colourful wings at the vibrant handpainted wings along the large walls in the alley. Or you can try out the painted stairs on the ground which gives you the illusion of walking on air.

To get to the Kangar Street Art, visitors can make use of the ETS which takes them directly to the Arau Royal Railway Station and from there, a short 6-minute walk takes them to the Arau Station bus stop where they can board the bus number T10 which takes them to Kangar. Front there it is a short 11-minute walk to Lorong Seni which is where the street art can be seen.

Timah Tasoh Lake

Be one with nature at the Timah Tasoh Lake. This reservoir not only serves as a water catchment for the state but also as the perfect place for you to sit by and watch the breathtaking sunset. Stretching over 13000 hectares of land, the Timah Tasoh Reservoir offers fantastic views of mountains and greenery that surround it.

As you venture around the reservoir, you will be able to take a glimpse of locals who fish at the Timah Tasoh Lake, as it is known to be a site for fish breeding.

To reach the Timah Tasoh Reservoir, visitors can opt to take the ETS from KL Sentral which will bring them directly to Bukit Ketri. Once you arrive, it is a 16-minute drive to the reservoir which can be reached by taxi or any e-hailing service. Other than that, you can also take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan which brings you to the Kangar Bus Terminal where you can hop onto bus number T11 which will take you to Beseri. Then you can hail a taxi or other e-hailing services to get to the Timah Tasoh Reservoir.

Learn more about the Timah Tasoh Lake here.

Wang Kelian Viewpoint

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Catch the beauty of Perlis from the Wang Kelian Viewpoint. Climb up a small hill to bask in the outstanding views and cool breeze. The Wang Kelian Viewpoint is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike to capture the wondrous beauty of Perlis. The viewpoint is situated 304 meters above sea level and at the northern border of Perlis and Thailand. This location is a definite must-visit for the spectacular sight of the carpeted clouds that cover the large landscape of Perlis.

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There are many ways to reach the Wang Kelian Viewpoint. One of them is by taking the ETS from KL Sentral to Padang Besar Station. It is only a 17-minute drive from the station to the Wang Kelian Viewpoint which can be reached by taxi or other e-hailing service. Alternatively, taking a bus is also an easy way to reach the viewpoint. Simply board the bus at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan which takes you to the Kangar Bus Terminal and from there you can take bus numbered T11 to Kaki Bukit which is 5 minutes away from Wang Kelian Viewpoint.

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