If Cameron Highland, Genting or Bukit Tinggi is always your getaway spot when escaping the hot weather in the country, then it’s time to make a change! Maybe you don’t know, but Gunung Jerai, which is the highest mountain in Kedah that stands a height of 1216 feet above sea level, also has a lot of astounding places to be discovered. Not to mention that it also has a good climate, where the temperature ranges between 20 to 21 degrees Celsius and when it’s the end of the year it is only about 19 degrees Celsius.
Check out these places that you can visit with the family or the gang!
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1. Beris Lake Vineyard
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A vineyard located in front of a lake overlooking the mountains, hence the name. Aside from the mesmerizing the grape plants, you can go grape picking. For those who want to taste real grape juice, it is being sold in the ticket shop.
2. Wat Charok Padang (Glass Bottle Temple)
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A beautiful sight in Kedah, which is listed in the Malaysian Book of Records for being the first temple to be built from glass bottles. The emerald green and brown colors of Wat Charok Padang is from the nearly 30,000 glass bottles. This temple has become a domestic and international attraction for most tourists who visit in Kedah.
Spectacular waterfall
1. Alor Naga Waterfall
Alor Naga waterfall is one of the beautiful waterfalls in Kedah featuring cold, clear water. This spot is perfect for those who want to be relaxed by the sound of the cascading water.
2. Puteri Mandi Fall
The most spectacular waterfall at Gunung Jerai, which is located in Titi Hayun leisure park.
3. Seri Perigi Waterfall
A high waterfall with impressive cascading water, which is located 5.5 kilometers from Yan town and 35 kilometers from Alor Setar.
Recreational parks
1. Titi Hayun Recreational Park
This recreational park located 3 kilometers from Yan town is a perfect getaway spot for those who want to unwind and be away from the bustle and hustle of the city. Titi Hayun Recreational Park provides chalets, food stalls, parking compound, and the likes in order to cater to the visitors’ needs.
2. Sungai Teroi Forest Recreational Park
This recreational park, about 750 meters above sea level, houses an endless variety of herbs, ferns, flowering plants, and climbers. In addition, Sungai Teroi Forest Recreational Park is perfect for groups who want to have a picnic.
3. Batu Hampar Forest Eco Park
This recreational park situated 3 kilometers from Yan town and 40 kilometers from Alor Setar City, boasts of being the home to a great number of giant trees.
The Regency Jerai Hill Resort
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Once you’re done strolling around the magnificent spots at Gunung Jerai, surely you would want to take a rest for a while, right? Good thing, there’s a four-star holiday home featuring a total of 75 rooms. Each room has gives a comforting vibe and refreshing scenery facing the green forest.
Location: Jalan Kaki Bukit, Lebuhraya, Gurun, Gurun, Kedah
Contact: 04-466 7777
How to get to Gunung Jerai?
Just past the town of Gurun, which is clearly signposted. Be advised on the winding 13 kilometers approach road if you are driving yourself.
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