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Lenggong This is a relatively little known township. Even for those who have heard of the name, many had not ventured that deep inland towards the Main Range. This is a tiny township with the main trunk road passing right at the center. Could be considered as a modern version of a "Cowboy" town. |
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is a view of the Main Road Highway 76 from Kuala Kangsar
to Grik.
A gathering point for villagers around to do their shopping. There was no road divider yet on this main street i.e. in 1999. |
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some close up of the major buildings in town. This will
in a way gauge the level of living standard or size of
community. The shop house row of complex was the MARA arcade, home to some important offices. |
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Along
the same side and further down to the center, you will
get the traditional shop lots. There 2 Chinese Restaurants shown, identical signage, both competing to serve the notable fish ball, made from meat of the "Belida" [Grey Feather back] fish. |
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Most people will not think much about small places like Lenggong. There are much more than the local knows. From the town the road leading to Grik passes through many low limestone hills. This is emphasized by the many signage directing visitors to caves. |
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A catch here, the new realigned trunk road runs parallel to this original road. So if you are traveling like everybody else do, then you will not get to see any of the signage. Next do not expect the caves to be tourist spots where one could just follow some paths and enter the caves. From Lenggong on to the East-West Highway it is now a straight and beautiful high speed road. Speed limit remains at 90 kph. Traveling time to Grik should be just over half an hour. Rest House in Lenggong Yes! This town needs a Rest House and badly too. Where would the people meet and have a decent place for a formal dinner? |
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Coming in from Kuala Kangsar, travelers will be greeted by this signage on the right side. |
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This picture with car parked beside shows the dinner hall, community hall and canteen.
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Attached to that "main" building was an annex where the living quarters were. At the time of our visit, renovation work was in progress to expand the number of rooms available for rent! |
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is a glimpse into that multi-purpose utility hall. Guest there were enjoying the television and having their afternoon tea! |
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Overall, Lenggong, a small town jive in well with the original concept of "Rest House" while the larger town proved that such concept had gone outdated! |
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This page was created on 10th November 1999
