Derelicte – The Many Ruins of Taiping 2024 marks a momentous occasion for Taiping – a celebration of 150 years since its official founding! As the city basks in its rich history, a fascinating contrast unfolds. Grand, preserved buildings stand as...
Comfort Rubber Glove Factory in Matang Catches Fire The Comfort Rubber Glove Factory in Matang was engulfed in a fire earlier this morning at around 9 am. Thick clouds of black smoke could be seen billowing skywards. At least 1 fire truck was dispatched from the...
Street Art in Taiping The city of Taiping is rich in culture, deriving from the shared heritage of a diverse multicultural and multifaith society. Several works of street art can been seen adorning the walls of buildings and other structures in the city that stand...
Best Nasi Kandar in Taiping Taiping has several nasi kandar restaurants, some of them quite famous for their delicious food that attracts patrons from neighbouring cities (and even states!). What Is Nasi Kandar? “Nasi kandar” is a dish consisting of rice,...
Taiping’s 33 Historical Firsts Taiping is a city rich in heritage, and stood at the crossroads of history when the Malay States began its shift from a feudal government to slowly being a colony of the British Empire. This post details Taiping’s 33...
Taiping Global Festival and Lion Dance Competition 2022 The Taiping Global Festival and Lion Dance Competition 2022 is a local and international lion dance competition, held in Taiping for the first time from September 23 to September 25, 2022. The competition is...
Veterinarians in Taiping & Kamunting Taiping residents love their pets. This post lists veterinarians in Taiping and neighboring Kamunting. There are a total of five (5) veterinary clinics located in Taiping and Kamunting; one is a government facility, and the...
Himpunan 2 Roda 2022 – Bikers Gather at Taiping Himpunan 2 Roda is a motorcycle show and nationwide gathering of bikers currently being held in Taiping at the open-air parking lot of TF Value Mart (formerly Giant Hypermarket Taiping). It is a 3-day event, which...
Taiping Heritage Trail – 40 Interesting Places in Taiping The Taiping Heritage Trail is an exploration route that showcases the unique history and culture of Taiping. The Trail is an 11.5km route, with 40 locations of historical importance and cultural...
Visitor Essentials Travel Basics Visitor Information Centers For advice or general assistance on getting about in Taiping, brochures, maps tour bookings, or accommodation, visit a nearby Tourist Information Centre and you’ll be well-looked-after. Travelling to...
