Gopeng Heritage House, which was officiated by Tourism Minister YB Dato Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen on 17th April, 2011 to coincide with World Heritage Day, belongs to the Muzium Gopeng co-founder, treasurer and main contributor, Wong Kuan Cheong. You can say that Gopeng Heritage House, which is located within walking distance from Muzium Gopeng, ... continue reading »

Gopeng is a small town about 25 minutes' drive from Ipoh. Although small, did you know that Gopeng was developed at a faster pace than Ipoh, now the capital city of the state of Perak, thanks to large and rich tin deposits? Many tin mining companies, including those owned by the British, found their "pot ... continue reading »

Terminal Agribisnes Negara or better known as TEMAN in Gopeng, Perak, is said to be the country's first largest fresh food centre. However, since its launch at the end of last year, business is still slack according to wholesalers operating from TEMAN. This national agri-business terminal only became fully operational in early January, 2011. It could ... continue reading »

I got to know about The Buddies Society of Ipoh, Malaysia, when I visited University Kuala Lumpur Royal College of Medicine Perak (UniKL RCMP) Open Day a couple of days ago. The Buddies Society of Ipoh, an NGO that is supported by the Malaysian AIDS Council based in Ipoh and registered with the Registrar of ... continue reading »

I literally walked into University Kuala Lumpur Royal College of Medicine Perak Open Day yesterday when I was in the area for something else. I went to have a look; well, at least now I can say that I have been to university. Only, this carries a different meaning! UniKL RCMP's Open Day is a mash-up ... continue reading »

I dropped by the Federal Building this afternoon for Azam Kerja 1Malaysia, a job fair. I was wondering if there would be a job for me. Job searching in Ipoh is tough. Azam Kerja 1Malaysia in Ipoh is rather small and I was surprised by the way this career fair was conducted. First, job seekers ... continue reading »

As mentioned in my previous post, MSAM 2011 is a massive event, so much so I visited a few times. Today, I bring you some of the mascots that are entertaining visitors during Minggu Saham Amanah Malaysia. There are still many other mascots at the venue, you will have to visit Amanah Saham Malaysia Investment ... continue reading »