MAXWELL HILL

MAXWELL HILL

Even though Maxwell Hill is only about one-hour drive from Ipoh, I can only count the number of times I have visited the hill.

Maximum three times in a period of 30 years. Once I went with my friends, another with my family and the last was to cover an assignment for NST's Zom Travel Pullout.

Larut Hill which was formerly known as Maxwell Hills is the oldest hill resort in Malaysia. It is located 10km from Taiping, Perak.

The hill is approximately 1,250m above sea level. 

ENGLISH BUNGALOW AND GARDENS

Bukit Larut receives the highest rainfall in Malaysia because it is located in the wettest part of the country.

It was established in 1884 by William George Maxwell – who was the British Assistant Resident in Perak.

Not as developed as Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands, Bukit Larut retains a colonial atmosphere with its quaint bungalows and English Gardens.

Access is available only by government owned land rovers, although some visitors prefer to walk up the hill for a fee.

The journey of 13 km from the base to the top of the Hill, using land rovers take around 30 minutes.

POSING WITH THE LAND ROVER WE GONNA GO WITH TO MAXWELL

The hill is ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers, as the area provides a welcoming environment for the local wildlife.

Tone can take a panoramic views of Taiping town – at the top of the hill

Attractions here, include Bukit Larut Rest House, Suspension Bridge & Watch Tower (2012), Playground Holes grounded by wild boars (2012), Tulip Garden (2010), Highest View from Playground (2012) and Biology Diversity Centre (2011).

It is recommended a one day trip to Bukit Larut is sufficient to cover the attractions stated above.