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Seremban.
Located about 35 minutes drive away from Kuala Lumpur via the North-South
Expressway, Seremban is a quaint district with many Minangkabau-inspired
buildings. It is also the administrative centre for Negeri Sembilan. |
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Rembau.
Rembau is an area that is home to many superb attractions, not to mention the
ever-present Minangkabau inspired buildings. A 30-minute drive from Seremban
lies one of its attractions – the Pedas Wet World Resort, which features hot
springs that fill the pools of the resort. Also in Rembau is the Sukabumi
Village Resort. Revolving around eco-tourism, the resort was privately
developed by residents in an attempt to preserve the delicate environment
around it. |
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Jempol.
Jempol is the home to the iconic Malay poet Tan Sri Zainal Abidin bin Ahmad,
who contributed greatly to the country’s economic, political and social
well-being. Nicknamed Pendita Za’ba (Learned Man), his house in Kampung Bukit
Kerdas is now known as Teratak Za’ba.
Houses numerous beautiful recreational parks like the Serting Ulu, its
geographical terrain makes it a perfect spot for extreme sports like
motor-cross racing and canoeing up the rapids of the Serting River. |
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Tampin.
This district is located 49km from Seremban and borders Johor. In 1992, a
railway station was constructed here to ease transportation problems between
the two states. The Gemas Railway Station is still fully operational to this
day. |
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Kompleks Taman Seni Budaya (Cultural
Handicraft Complex). The Cultural Handicraft Complex, located at
Labu Spur, displays various handicrafts and historical artifacts of Negeri
Sembilan. |
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State Legislative Assembly Building.
Housed within the Wisma Negeri Complex, the building is an important government
building fashioned in the traditional styles of the Minangkabau. The
eight-pointed roof emulates the horns of the buffalo while the elegantly carved
wood panels, interiors and furniture of the main chamber complement the
traditional exterior, which is closely linked to the Pagarruyung Palace in
Sumatra. |
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State Library. Not far from the
Lake Gardens is the State Library. Once the State Secretariat Building, English
architect D.B. Hubback built it in 1912. The structure is a poignant reminder
of the country’s colonial period. Walls of back-to-back references comprising
journals, photographs and other materials from the country’s post-Independence
era occupy the library. |
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Golfing. Negeri Sembilan has 13
courses to offer to the traveling golfer. Ranging from nine to 27-hole courses,
these clubs come equipped with recreational amenities such as swimming pools,
tennis courts, gymnasiums, bowling alleys and restaurants. Places like the
Royal Palm Springs Golf Resort, Port Dickson Golf & Country Resort, the
Tuanku Ja’afar Golf and Country Resort and the Gemas Golf Resort are of very
high standards and would certainly not disappoint golf enthusiasts. |
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Water World |
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Port Dickson. Only 32km from
Seremban, Port Dickson is the place to have fun in the sun. It beckons
weekenders and tourists alike with its 18km of fine beaches dotted with
accommodation ranging from international-class hotels to more affordable ones.
Restaurants and quaint seaside food stalls are also common in this seaside
haven. PD – as the locals affectionately call it – also has other attractions
such as the Pasir Panjang Recreational Park, the Kuala Lukut Floating Fishing
Deck, the Lukut Estuary Fishing Jetty, the Tanjung Tuan Lighthouse (Cape
Rachado) and the Pengkalan Kempas Historical Complex. Its proximity to Kuala
Lumpur makes it the nearest and most convenient venue for seaside excursions. |
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While Port Dickson or PD is one of the most
popular seaside retreats in Peninsular Malaysia, the other favourite stretches
among locals of this state are Purnama Beach, Cahaya Bulan Beach, Telok Kemang,
Blue Lagoon and Taman Aman. The 137-year-old Rachado Lighthouse stands at
Tanjung Tuan (Cape Rachado), offering a panoramic view of the Straits of
Malacca. Read more.. |
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Nature's Trail |
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Lata Kijang. Embedded within the
dense forest of Jelebu district, Lata Kijang is only accessible by
four-wheel-drive vehicles. Those wanting to venture here should be prepared for
a narrow and steep ride. Along the way you will get to see an Orang Asli
(aborigine people) settlement. After about an hour on foot, your bounty will be
what Lata Kijang is all about – a 300-foot waterfall worthy of every mosquito
bite along the way!
Recreational Forests. Negeri
Sembilan has many recreational parks and forests. The 1,240-metre Gunung Hantu
(Ghost Mountain) is a favourite among eco-tourists. Located along the
Seremban-Kuala Pilah trunk road the Ulu Bendol Recreational Forest is truly a
paradise within the Angsi Reserve Forest. The place has magnificent waterfalls,
wildlife and priceless wood species such as Keruing and Meranti. Ideal for
picnics, visitors can enjoy a swim, camping and also jungle trekking.
Facilities like log cabins, camping sites, food stalls, souvenir outlets, a
prayer room and children’s playground are also available. Other popular places
to enjoy nature are the Lenggeng Recreational Forest at Lenggeng Village and
the Serting Ulu Recreational Forest near Simpang Pertang. |
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Historical & Heritage |
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Seri Meranti Grand Palace. The
official residence of the ruler, this modern palace sits just 200 metres from
the old Seri Menanti Palace in Kuala Pilah district, home of the royal family.
Built in 1933 the turret rises proudly amidst the rolling greenery of
landscaped grounds. Located within the palace is the Balairong Seri or Throne
Room where the ruler and his consort, the Tengku Ampuan hold audience. It is
also the venue for all major state functions like swearing-ins and the pledging
of allegiance by state leaders and clan chieftains.
Known also as the Abode of Culture, the palace also houses regalia belonging to
the royal family. The keris, spears, swords, umbrellas and other royal
paraphernalia are permanently displayed here. Located nearby is the Royal
Mausoleum where past rulers and members of the royal family are buried,
including the first King of Malaysia, the late Tuanku Abdul Rahman and his
consort.
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Seri Menanti Royal Museum. An
architectural wonder, this former palace was built without a single nail and
put together entirely by wooden pegs. Built in 1908 based on traditional
Minangkabau architecture, it remains sturdy to this day. The structure
incorporates 99 pillars, representing the 99 warriors who served at the palace.
The palace is now a royal museum and is open to the public. Visitors can also
take a horse-carriage ride to tour Sri Menanti or watch demonstrations of
songket weaving. |
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Terachi Cultural Village. This
cultural village is located at the junction of Seri Menanti. Here you can see
Minangkabau culture and traditions at their best with dances, music and
handicrafts to charm visitors. |
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Pengkalan Kempas Historical Complex.
A village along the Port Dickson-Melaka trunk road, Pengkalan Kempas is
renowned for three effects: The Rudder, The Sword and The Spoon. These three
megalithic stones were named after the shapes they resemble and stand erect
next to the grave of Sheik Ahmad Majnun, a fearless local warrior who dared to
go against Sultan Mansur Shah of Malacca. Dubbed the Living Stones they are
said to glow at night. |
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Istana
Ampang Tinggi State Museum. The state museum, situated within the
Cultural Handicraft Complex, houses many historical artifacts of the state. The
museum building was formerly the old palace at Kampong Ampang Tinggi. Built
entirely of wood, it has been reassembled within this complex. Situated next to
the museum is the "Rumah Minang" burned down by the British during the Sungai
Ujung war. |
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Flora & Fauna |
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Jelita Ostrich Farm. This is an
ideal setting for the world’s largest bird. Located along Jalan Pantai the farm
was erected on a piece of grassland approximately nine kilometres from
Seremban. Visitors may feed the ostriches here that roam freely. If you can
gather the courage to ride one you will go home with an Ostrich Jockey
certificate. |
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Seremban Lake Gardens. Every town
in Malaysia has a green lung, and Seremban's is particularly lovely. Two lakes
situated amidst a gentle expanse of landscaped greenery add a refreshing
respite from the heat. Cultural shows are held on a floating stage on one of
the lakes. Overlooking the Lake Gardens is the State Mosque, with its nine
pillars symbolising the nine districts of the State. |
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