Cameron Highland, which is situated in the state of Pahang, is one of the most

beautiful holiday destinations in Malaysia. With its cool weather, lushly greens
and well-preserved colonial buildings, Cameron highland is certainly the
perfect get-away location where both locals and foreigners should spend their
relaxing holiday there.

In hindsight, from a small Hill station, Cameron Highland has developed into a
very popular resort. Nowadays, the resorts on Cameron Highland are built not
only for the residents of this country but also to woo overseas vacationers as
well. Cameron Highland, which is famous for its cool and temperate climate
plateau is an ideal alternative escape spot from the sweltering heat of the
lowlands in Malaysia. Furthermore, with its picturesque view of the
surrounding, which is filled with beautiful flowers and mountains, its simply
breathtaking.

Cameron Highland, which is, now well developed with numerous luxurious
resorts are certainly attracting a lot of visitor. Most of the resorts are still
packed with visitors although the rental is still a little higher. Besides that, a
couple of the newest attractions are the newly developed nine-hole golf
course, a number of newly renovated quaint hotels and old bungalows, in
which many of them are built according to the English cottage of the Tudor
period. In addition, these houses are large, which gives an airy environment to
the tenant who can enjoy our countrys tropical climate.

Agro-tourism is yet another activity on Cameron Highland that draws visitors

from every nook and cranny, where they would be able to spend their time
visiting in the orchards & plantation farms. Because of the cool weather on
Cameron Highland, varies of flowers and fruits are able to grow, where some
of the nearly extinct orchids and roses can be found on Cameron Highland.
Thus, there is an abundant variety of roses, 200 to be precise can be found
here. This cause some flower lover comes to visit frequently. They range from
Abraham Lincoln, Kiss of Fire, Alpine Sunset, and Princess De Monaco to
Lovely Lady. Be amazed with the Green Rose, a rare variety-distinctively
different from the rest in its colour, characteristic and form. Some of these
roses are made into jam and perfume whilst, some of them are valued for
medical properties. With those flowers discover the most fascinating, beautiful
species of butterfly and insects indigenous to Malaysia. These specimens
include scorpions, chameleons and insects such as Moving Leaves
Rhinoceros and Stag beets, and of course the Rajah Brooke, Malaysias
national butterfly.

Besides that, Strawberries, which are only produced from the Strawberry farm
on Cameron Highland is yet another unique and proud product of Cameron
Highland. Strawberry is often seen as the trademark of the hills resort too.
The brand name is known as Fresno. One should not leave the strawberrys
farm without a jar of it. However, the main attraction is nonetheless the
succulent strawberries, which is popular among the tourists as most of them
are freshly plucked and immediately processed for sale to customer.

Vegetable farming is also an important crop here, especially tea. Sungai Palas
Tea Estate, which is one of the four tea estates on the Highlands, is the
manufacturer of the world renowned Boh Tea. Tea planters were among the
earliest settlers in the Highlands. Large areas of the slopes are covered with
high quality tea bushes. On a fine day, one can see the colourfully clad tea-
pickers fast at work among these bushes. Some of the tea plantations have
even organized visits to their factories where visitors can observe the process
of tea production, from the drying of the tea leaves to their fermentation before
packing. Visitor could even purchase some tea, the main product of the
highland, as a souvenir.

Lastly, one must make sure not to miss out the Market Square and night
market on Cameron Highland, which is also another place of attraction. As a
result of the cool weather and the various plantations that grow on Cameron
Highland, people would come to visit or do their shopping here as they can get
a variety of vegetables, fruits and flowers. Merchandise souvenir items
ranging from T-shirts, teas, blowpipes, to memorabilia are also available here.

Cameron Highland is indeed the most favourable holiday destination in

Malaysia. With its cool fresh air, it is certainly the most suitable place for the
tourists and city tenant to retreat temporarily from the busy life and pollution of
the city. Without doubt, Cameron Highland is the place to travel and to relax
for both local and foreigners.
A visit to an interesting place in Malaysia
During the semester holidays, my siblings and I were quite in the dumps because
there was nothing to do and we were bored to death. Out of the blue, my parents
decided to take us to the National Park in Pahang.
The Pahang National Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in
Malaysia. It is known far and wide for its beauty. As the saying goes, "Seeing is
believing", I had yearned to go there for many years and it seemed like
my dream was coming true.
In Pahang, we stayed in a motel. It was a traditional building with lots of
exquisite carvings and designs. The next morning, we went to the National Park by
jeep. The jalopy wheezed up and down the bumpy road, it was on the verge of
breaking down. When we finally reached our destination, we heaved a sign of
relief.
When I stepped into the park, I was thunderstruck. It was beautiful, more beautiful
than I had ever imagined! Green trees towered over colourful flowers. Birds
were chirping andsquirrels played on the mossy ground. The majestic Gunung
Tahan loomed in the background, a king reigning over his subjects. Palm trees
swayed their leafy arms as the breeze blew, a sign of welcome. This was truly
Mother Nature at her best. Amid all this splendour, I seemed just to be just a tiny
being admiring a huge palace.
In the National Park, it was very cool and peaceful. After being in the bustling city
with its noisy traffic, the silence was music to my ears. The hectic days in the city
were replaced by soothing walks and recreational activities. I soon found out that
there was more to it than meets the eye. As you walk along the jungle trail,
you can be sure that hundreds of pairs of eyes are watching your every move.
Occasionally, squirrels would playfully jump on your back or rabbits would
brush against your legs. Flowers bloomed everywhere, dotting the green with red
and yellow. However, beware, for the most poisonous mushrooms are those with
brilliant colours.
In the National Park one can go for walks or go rafting in the crystal clear
waters. My family even visited an aboriginal village. The natives were simple and
honest. Their fierce loyalty and respect for one another was a model to all of us.
They were kind-hearted and the guide even taught us a few words in the native
language.

Altogether, it was the best holiday I had ever had. The National Park in Pahang is
truly an interesting place in Malaysia and I would not have missed the trip for
anything in the world.