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Fraser's Hill was named after an adventurer and prospector James Louis Fraser who used to buy tin from Chinese prospectors and transported the ore to Kuala Kubu by mule train. Stories about his life include rumours of an opium and gambling. |
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About Fraser's Hill
Fraser's Hill was named after an adventurer and prospector James Louis Fraser who used to buy tin from Chinese prospectors and transported the ore to Kuala Kubu by mule train. Stories about his life include rumours of an opium and gambling. However, he disappeared during the first decade of the 20th century and was never seen again. In 1910, Bishop Ferguson-Davie from Singapore tried to search for Fraser
but failed. In the process however, he discovered a perfect mountain retreat which he persuaded the authorities to develop as a highland station named Fraser's Hill.
In 1910, Bishop Ferguson Davie of Singapore combed the mountains in search of Fraser. The search for Fraser proved fruitless but he had on the other hand discovered a perfect mountain retreat - one that became one of Malaysia's foremost hill resorts. Surveying work began in 1919 and set the stage for its development as mountain retreat. Today, Fraser's Hill is home to modern resorts & hotels though still maintaining its natural charm and quiet tranquility.
Attractions
In Fraser's Hill it's cool throughout the year at an average of 18 - 20 degree Celsius, and is an ideal place to unwind as fraser hill encompasses natural surrounding of virgin tropical jungles and cool mountain air. Life up in Fraser's Hill - one of the prettiest Malaysia hill resort is as peaceful and tranquil as ever.
Bird Watching - The resort is a popular venue for bird watchers all over the world. The relatively undisturbed jungle-clad mountain terrain and the cool climate attracts over a 250 colourful bird species. An early evening walk will give you a taste of the birds waiting to be discovered here. Every year in June World Wide Fund for Nature Malaysia (WWF) helds International Bird Race (non competitive) to sight, identify and record as many species of birds around the place in a stipulated time. This event inculcates in people to preserve and understand all of the species of wild birds.
Picnicking - Head out to Jeriau Waterfall which is about 5 km from the town centre. Swimming in the cool waters of the pool below the cascading waters of Jeriau Falls is an exhilarating experience that should not be missed. Public visitors facilities include a picnic area, shower rooms and changing areas.
Golfing is a popular sport in Fraser's Hill. The 18 hole Fraser's Hill Golf and Country Club features colonial style club-house with tennis courts. A second golf course is the short and tricky the 9-hole at the Royal Fraser's Hill Golf Club which provides the means for golf enthusiasts to tee off in a cool, pleasant environment.
Trekking/ Angling - Another delights of a visit to Fraser's Hill is to be able to explore the splendors of nature with a trek through the many well-tended jungle trails. Be intoxicated by the fresh smell of ferns and wild flower as you trek along Hemmant Trail, the Bishop Trail, Abu Suradi Trail to mention few of them.
Recreation Facilities- There is a stable where ponies can be rented for rides. Children can play in the local park play ground or roller skate at the local roller skating rink. Apart from this one can do fishing and boating at the Fraser's Hill Lake, With the advantage of its cool climate Fraser's Hill is certainly a haven for flower lovers, the flower nurseries here houses a huge amount of local blooms of flower and plants. One is also able to purchase fresh cuttings from flower gardens or pressed flowers from the souvenir shops.
Accommodation: Frasier's Hill has a small community of colonial bungalows, hotels and houses with its granite colored mock Tudor cottages set amidst brilliant colored blooms of English-style country gardens reminiscent of the rustic solitude of English countryside.
The Fraser's Hill Mini-Market supplies almost all daily wet and dry provisions opens from 9.00am to 10.00pm.
Access
Fraser Hill is located at 105km north of Kuala Lumpur around 1534 meters above sea - level on the Titiwangsa mountain range which is actually composed of seven hills of Peninsula Malaysia. The hills straddle along the Pahang - Selangor border and is a mere two-hour car drive from Kuala Lumpur. Fraser's Hill is accessible only by road offering interesting sights along the way.
By Road: There are two routes from Kuala Lumpur to this hilltop resort. The first is via the Kuala Lumpur - Karak Highway. Follow the highway towards Raub but turn left once you see the sign to "Fraser's Hill/Gap Road". The other is the scenic old Kuala Lumpur-Ipoh trunk road, branching off at Kuala Kubu Baru before proceeding to the Gap where there is a gatehouse which controls traffic going up and down the hill. The road to the hill resort from Gap winds for about 8 km and is wide enough for one lane only and therefore certain times are set aside for traffic going each way. Odd hours are reserved for traffic going up hill and even hours are for traffic going down hill. The road is open only from 6.30 a.m to 7 p.m daily. It is customary for travellers on route to Fraser's Hill to stop over at the Gap Resthouse for tea while waiting for the road to be opened. The resthouse also provides accommodation for those who arrive too late at night to make the final ascent to the top Fraser's Hill.
By Bus: There are regular bus services from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Kubu Bharu and then to Fraser's Hill. From Kuala Lumpur, board the Kuala Kubu Bharu bound bus at the Pudu Raya Bus Terminal. From Kuala Kubu Bharu, the Fraser's Hill bus service operates twice daily uphill at 8.00am and 12.00 noon. Downhill services are at 10.00am and 2.00pm.
By Taxi: Taxis are available at Pudu Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur.
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