Taiping is where I live. A place I find solace and inspiration. It was once the old capital of Perak (one of the biggest states in Malaysia). Known as heritage town, it boasts being the town with many firsts in our history, numbering more than 30. In the beginning it was known as Klian Pauh, then the name was changed to Taiping. Taiping originated from a Chinese word Tai Peng, which means Eternal Peace. I believe as long as the hills, trees, and good-natured people remains here, peace will eternally prevail.
Among the many places of interests in Taiping, the TAIPING LAKE GARDEN holds a special spot in my heart. It is located nearby the Bukit Larut ( previously known as Maxwell Hill). Within the heart of the garden is the man made lake. It was an abandoned mining pool, now converted to beautiful lake.
Taiping Lake Garden is a 62-hectare park and one of the oldest lakes of the country, operational since 1880. The spectacular natural beauty, the lake, is surrounded by trees that speak the history better than us. Another unique thing is that it also houses the Taiping Zoo, the oldest zoo in Malaysia. People from various parts of Malaysia and the world visit this lake and enjoy the scenery as well as the plants, trees without forgetting the birds.
As explained earlier, the Taiping lake is actually an old mining pool, which underwent some landscaping and redesigned to form the lake. One can feel the freshness of the air as one enters the lake garden. It is an ideal place for relaxation and provides escapism from the hustle and bustle of the city life.
The uniqueness of this lake is that one see and marvel at the stretches of ancient Angsana trees with their drooping branches that seem to bow down to quench their thirst. Pictures speak a thousand words. Enjoy the sceneries.
Overall, the Taiping Lake is the ideal place to relax and rest far away from the petrol fumes and stress of city living, you can come here to rejuvenate your spirits leaving beyond the hectic schedule of daily life.
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