Kuala Lipis
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Kuala Lipis is a small town in Pahang, Malaysia, located in a district of the same name.
Kuala Lipis was a gold-mining center before the British arrived in 1887. In 1898 it became the capital of Pahang. During this time, grand colonial buildings, such as the imposing District Offices and the Clifford School (where the sultan studied), and the Pahang Club were built. The hilltop house of the British Resident is now a hotel and museum. The town grew and prospered with the coming of the railway in 1924. However, in 1957, the state capital was shifted to Kuantan, and Kuala Lipis fell into a decline. It is now a sleepy and picturesque town with reminders of a once important past. From Kuala Lipis you can go to Kenong Rimba Park, which is about 10 km away. It is a forest reserve, accessible by train or boat. It is a good place for trekking and *[caving].
The current Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Najib Tun Razak is born in Kuala Lipis. In addition, Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza is also born there.
External links
- [A Malaysian Adventure] Kuala Lipis - just before the outbreak of the 2nd World War.
- [Pyrokumprinx Advanced Media] The only blog about Kuala Lipis. Features recent happenings and news.
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| Pahang Darul Makmur |
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| Districts: Bera | Bentong | Cameron Highlands | Jerantut | Kuantan | Kuala Lipis | Maran | Pekan | Raub | Rompin | Temerloh | ||
| Major settlements: Bandar Indera Mahkota | Bandar Pusat Jengka | Bandar Muadzam Shah | Bandar Tun Abdul Razak | Benta | Bentong | Beserah | Brinchang | Bukit Tinggi | Chenor | Cherating | Fraser's Hill | Gambang | Genting Highlands | Genting Sempah | Janda Baik | Jerantut | Karak | Kuala Lipis | Kuala Rompin | Kuantan | Lanchang | Maran | Mentakab | Pekan | Raub | Rompin | Sungai Lembing | Tanah Rata | Temerloh | Teriang | ||
| Islands: Pulau Tioman | ||
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