Travel Guide: Hidden Gems of Tangkak 2019!

Known to be as the “Fabric Town” or “Syurga Kain”, Tangkak is also a well known major entry point to the highest mountain in Johor! In addition to this, is there more to see about this humble place? Sure there are, and not just see but also taste! Make Tangkak your newest fave spot this weekend by checking out these places!

# Must-See Sights

Gunung Ledang

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by AmmarHikers06 (@ammarhikers06) on Jan 21, 2019 at 12:11am PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Darwin Reyes (@darquerey) on Nov 28, 2018 at 4:28am PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Darwin Reyes (@darquerey) on Nov 27, 2018 at 9:52pm PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Syed Hilmi Al-Jamalullail (@jeemy_media) on Nov 25, 2018 at 3:01am PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by ?? ?? (@shh.eirfan) on Feb 7, 2019 at 10:36pm PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by FᎪᎡᏆᏃᏌN ᎪᎷᎡᎾᎠ (@farizun_amrod) on Dec 11, 2018 at 6:33pm PST

Wrapped with a mystical tale that intrigue hikers and adrenaline junkies, Gunung Ledang, also known as Mount Ophir, is a mountain with a myriad of outdoor activities and heart-pumping trails! The peak boasts a panoramic view of the Straits of Malacca and Sumatra coastline, with, of course, a sea of clouds!

Location: Taman Hutan Lagenda, Gunung Ledang Johor National Park, P.O Box 77, Batu 26, Jalan Segamat, 84020 Sagil, Tangkak, Muar, Johor Darul Takzim

# Must-Eat Delights

1. Beef Noodles

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Simonlim (@milnomis) on Nov 30, 2014 at 10:53pm PST

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Shinn (@shinn_91) on Jul 17, 2017 at 11:33pm PDT

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Gordon Lee 李勇宏 (@gordonleeyh) on Jun 27, 2017 at 12:03am PDT

Because of its undeniably delicious taste, it attracts a lot of locals and tourists too! If you’ll visit Tangkak, trying this should be on top of your priority!

Location: No. 20, Jalan Solok, 84900 Tangkak, Johor

Business Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

2. 食得福冬炎面粉粿

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by @shihyingeats on Apr 30, 2019 at 7:16am PDT

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by K A R E N (@karenlow_yl) on May 18, 2018 at 11:40pm PDT

This one too is highly recommended when in Tangkak! Tomyam cooked in clay pot stirs more flavors the dish!

Location: Jalan Muar, 84900 Tangkak, Johor

Business Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

3. Tangkak Bak Kuet Teh

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Jeanna Chia 颜 慧 嘉 (@jeannachia428) on Apr 16, 2016 at 9:19pm PDT

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by ♡ I’m Hui Ting ♡ (@huiiiiting) on Jan 28, 2018 at 7:15pm PST

This Bak Kut Teh has been in Tangkak for 28 years! It seems like people can’t get enough of its unique taste that’s why they keep on coming back! Sure you would love to try this one too!

Location: 38, Jalan Kemajuan Off Jalan Payamas, 84900 Tangkak, Johor

Contact Number: 019-620 2626

# Must-Buy Souvenir

Hua Bee Bakery

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Alvin Toah (@alvintoah) on May 29, 2015 at 5:40am PDT

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Mabel Sim (@thecraftminded) on Sep 13, 2014 at 9:27pm PDT

An old bakery founded in 1962, where you can find and taste bean cakes that are on its third generation! Yes, that old! Come here, taste a few delights and take home some bean cakes for your family and friends

Location: 10, Jalan Solok, 84900 Tangkak, Johor

Business Hours: 8 AM – 6 PM (Closed on Mondays)