[2025 Ipoh Attraction] Travel Guide for Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo (Updated Apr)

Ipoh is a city in northwestern Malaysia, known as a gateway to the Cameron Highlands hill station. In the former Hakka Miners’ Club, Han Chin Pet Soo is a museum about the tin-mining industry and Hakka community. Sam Poh Tong is a Buddhist temple in a limestone cave. To the south, Kellie’s Castle is an unfinished mansion built by a Scottish planter. Southeast, the vast Gua Tempurung cave has dramatic rock formations.

#ipoh #weekendtrip #admissionguide #Ho Yan Ho Museum and #Han Chin Villa As they are neighbors, many tourists want to visit both museums at once. The Ho Yan Hor Museum introduces the life story of the Ipoh Herbal Tea King. Visitors can sign up directly at the door, and each session usually lasts 15 minutes. Because there are many visitors, it is recommended to sign up early. The tour guide will tell visitors the tour time. While waiting for the tour, you can stroll around nearby places, such as: Concubine Lane Xian Zhen Villa introduces the sad history of the early Hakkas coming to Ipoh. This villa requires online reservation. For details, please refer to the information at the door. After making a reservation, you must wait outside the door on time according to the date and time. Latecomers will not be accepted. The villa welcomes visitors as early as 11am. Have a nice trip in Ipoh.

love the place & nice view.. good for family friends . one in a lifetime experience.. ipoh is the best town for food and cenery.. get good information where is the place to go .. ipoh have a lot place to visit. ex : kellie castle.. ipoh old town.. riverfront.. nice river.. loken on sunday.. polo park..

It would be good if this is your first stop at Ipoh to know about the history of this place before exploring other areas. Nice and friendly guides for the tour around the place. The Mandarin/Cantonese guided tour would be much better. #GiveThanks

#ipohtrip Hidden in Ipoh’s old town, **Han Chin Pet Soo** isn’t your typical museum—it’s Malaysia’s **first and only Hakka tin-mining heritage gallery**, housed in a former 19th-century miners’ club. Once an exclusive social hub for wealthy Chinese tin tycoons, this restored building now reveals the untold stories of Perak’s gritty mining past. ### **Why Visit?** ✅ **Rare Artifacts**: See original mining tools, gambling paraphernalia, and opium beds—uncensored relics of the era. ✅ **Interactive Displays**: Life-sized dioramas of coolie life, complete with soundscapes of clinking picks and whispered Hakka slang. ✅ **Architectural Time Capsule**: The building itself is a relic, with its air wells, tiled floors, and "ghost doors" (secret exits for gamblers avoiding police raids). ### **The Dark Side of the Boom** 🔎 **Opium & Vice**: Learn how vices funded the industry—opium dens and brothels were part of the "work perks." 🔎 **Coolie Hardships**: The brutal conditions faced by indentured laborers (many tricked into servitude). ### **Visitor Tips** 📌 **Guided Tours Only** (Free! But book ahead—slots fill fast). 📌 **Photography Allowed**: The vintage mahjong tables and opium beds are Insta-worthy. 📌 **Pair With**: Nearby **Concubine Lane** to complete the historical picture. **Perfect For**: History buffs, dark tourism fans, and anyone who loves a raw, unvarnished past. *"More thrilling than a textbook—you’ll leave feeling like you’ve time-traveled."* **Rating**: ★★★★★ (5/5) **Duration**: 1 hour

For your first visit to Malaysia, don't miss this 6-day ancient town and village itinerary, which will guide you through the unique charm of Malaysia! -- 🗓Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive at Kuala Lumpur Airport. A VIP Chinese-speaking driver will pick you up and start your wonderful journey in Malaysia! Day 2: Stadthuys (Red House) — A Famosa (Porta de Santiago) — St. Paul's Church. Experience the weight of history. In the evening, take a Melaka River cruise to enjoy the night view of the Melaka River and the Strait of Malacca. Day 3: Visit Kek Lok Si Temple, enjoy the tranquility of the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, visit the Perak Cave Temple, then head to Ipoh to admire the new street art in the back alleys and the railway station square, and finally experience local life at the Han Chin Pet Soo Museum. Day 4: Visit the dreamy Sky Mirror of Malaysia, climb Bukit Melawati, and visit the unique Sakthi Vinayagar Temple. Day 5: Free day! You can explore Malaysia at your own pace, sleep in, enjoy a highly flexible itinerary, and experience the charm of this country in depth. (Optional upgrade: Join a VIP Kuala Lumpur private car tour for a day.) Day 6: A VIP Chinese-speaking driver will take you to the airport, ending this unforgettable trip to Malaysia, and you will return to your warm home. Looking forward to seeing you again! -- Attraction Recommendations: ✨ Sky Mirror of Malaysia: The tidal flats reflect the sun, dance with marine life, and the ebb and flow of the tide reveals breathtaking scenery! 🏛️ Stadthuys (Red House): Located in the heart of Dutch Square, the ancient and elegant Red House stands quietly, telling the vicissitudes of history. 🚤 Melaka River Cruise: Take a cruise down the river and enjoy the vibrant riverside scenery, with unique buildings and murals unfolding before your eyes. -- **Things to note**: * Airport Transportation🚗: Understand the traffic rules and routes in advance to ensure smooth travel between the airport and the city. * Popular Cities🏙️: Cities like Kuala Lumpur and Semporna are very popular, so remember to plan your itinerary in advance! * Food Exploration🍜: Try authentic Malay cuisine. Curry and durian are not to be missed, but be aware that some restaurants may be non-smoking. * Souvenir Shopping🎁: Malaysia has a wide variety of souvenirs at affordable prices, which can be used as souvenirs or gifts. * Safe Travel🔒: Pay attention to safety when traveling at night, keep your personal belongings safe, and abide by local laws and regulations. -- That's all for your trip to Malaysia. I hope you find your own little surprises in this multicultural country!

#2月好去地方2025 #伊宝 #kelliecastle #马亚 Day 1: Walk around the city's second, third, and third milk lanes, check out street graffiti, and have a scrambled egg & white coffee. The second day: Eat 60-year-old beef brisket rice noodles, visit Xianzhen Villa, play in the Lost Waterpark in the afternoon, and have lamb brisket pot for dinner. Day 3: Perak Cave, Kellie’s Castle, Yangtze River White Coffee.

#newyearnewtrip Ipoh is a charming town blending heritage and modern vibes. Visit the Ho Yan Hor Museum to explore the history of its famous herbal tea, then step into Han Chin Pet Soo, a fascinating museum revealing the secretive world of tin miners and the Hakka community. With colonial architecture and vibrant street art, Ipoh is a hidden gem worth exploring. 🕰️Business Hours: Ho Yan Hor Museum: • Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM • Closed on Mondays Han Chin Pet Soo: • Tuesday to Sunday: Four appointment slots daily • Closed on Mondays *Reservations have to be made ONLINE & in advance

Six-day tour in Ipoh, Penang The weather is good and the scenery is pleasant. Visit the Xianzhen Villa with a tour guide to learn about Ipoh a hundred years ago. The muralists in Penang are also very nice and you can take photos with the murals everywhere. There are also Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill, which have beautiful scenery and must be visited.

#malaysiatrip A must go in Ipoh, the building is beautifully restored to tell the history behind. You could get a glimpse of Ipoh's tin mining history and the old glory days, as well as the Hakka culture. Joining the guided tour is the only way to visit (way back Apr 2023), so make sure you make a reservation online in advance! Admission is completely free and you're encouraged to donate freely to support the reservation.

A wonderful visit to this museum. The tour guide explains in depth on the history of Tin mining in Ipoh as well as the migration of Hakka people from China to Tanah Malaya. 👣 The tour guide is super knowledgeable and friendly. He shared almost everything about the Hakka culture with tin mining, very detailed and clear story telling from him. There are also many antique pieces displayed at the museum. Entrance is free for an hour guided tour, donation is appreciated to upkeep this place. 🥰✨ Very recommended for history lovers. 👀👍🏻 #awesomepic #mytripvlog #best_trip_by_trip #summervacation #bestplace