Taiping Lake Gardens
Although I have been to Taiping Lake Gardens numerous times, I have not actually taken a series of photographs of it until recently. I even had my friend, Wan, as my model. Haha!
Taiping Lake Gardens is the first public garden established in 1880. Originally a mining ground, this 160-acre site was donated by Chung Thye Phin, a wealthy tin miner, as a recreation park.
Recognised as the first public garden in the country, Taiping Lake Gardens boasts ten well-maintained and scenic man-made lakes and ponds.
Shaded by rows of golden rain trees (pokok angsana), many photography buffs converge here, especially during weekends.
During my trip here recently, I spotted more than ten couples for outdoor wedding photography shoot!
A latest attraction at Taiping Lake Gardens is family-centric water activities.
Taiping Lake Gardens
GPS Coordinates: N 04° 50.915′ E100° 44.943′
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HI Emily,
I am Simon, originated from Taiping.
I hope you enjoyed your trip to Taiping Lake Garden, have you been to Maxwell hill and the surrounding waterfalls as well? It is picturesque and nice:)
Simon Lee
Hi Simon,
I was only at the foot of Maxwell Hill but didn’t go up. Wasted, huh?
Hi Emily,
No worry if you missed the chance on your last trip to Taiping. Not very special, but worth a trip if you are in Taiping:)
Simon Lee
Yes, one of my fav destination when I go home for a visit. I do recall being swamped by mosquitoes though but it could be due to the recent rain prior to my last visit. Beautiful and very peaceful. Great to enjoy the stillness of life. SF has its Golden Gate Park, NY has its Central Park and we have our own Taiping Lake Gardens.