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Teluk Intan (Diamond Bay) is a quiet rudimentary town located in the Perak state of Malaysia. What it lacks in entertainment, it makes up for in food - making it the perfect destination for a day trip out of the city for food enthusiasts. Particularly famous for its Chinese cuisines, this town makes a great alternative to Melaka and Penang.
Where to eat?
Where to eat? Mastan Ghani, Kedai Kopi Ah Wah
Where to eat? Hawker stalls, restaurants
Where to eat? Pasar street for breakfast
Where to eat? Ah chai Bah kut teh @ Tmn Ros
Where to eat?
Sin Joo Heong (Tiger), Ta Sin Guan Tin (Butterfly), Sin Guan Hoe and SGT.
Forget Penang and Melaka. Teluk Intan is where you should be heading for a truly unforgettable food trip in Malaysia.
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13 Must-Try Food in Teluk Intan
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| 13 Must-Try Food in Teluk Intan |
Teluk Intan (Diamond Bay) is a quiet rudimentary town located in the Perak state of Malaysia. What it lacks in entertainment, it makes up for in food - making it the perfect destination for a day trip out of the city for food enthusiasts. Particularly famous for its Chinese cuisines, this town makes a great alternative to Melaka and Penang.
13 Must-Try Food in Teluk Intan
Chee Cheong Fun
Believed to be a perennial favorite among both locals and visitors alike, the one-of-a-kind Teluk Intan chee cheong fan can only be found in this town. Though substandard versions can be found scattered around Kuala Lumpur, nothing can really come close to this dish of dried shrimps, jicama and fragrant fried shallots delightfully wrapped in rice noodle rolls topped with pickled green chili.
Where to eat?
Liew Kee (Ah Lek) Chee Cheong Fun
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| Liew Kee Chee Cheong Fun Source: The Malay Mail Online |
Nasi Kandar
In the
olden days, street hawkers sold rice and curry filled in two large separate
buckets which were balanced on each end of a pole carried on the
shoulders - hence the name Nasi Kandar ("balanced rice"). It is a simple dish of steamed rice served with a
variety of curries and side dishes that can be eaten anytime of the day!
Where to eat?
Nasi Kandar Krishnan, Speedy Food Court, Gulam Rasul
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| Nasi Kandar Krishnan |
Seafood Dishes
A town of Chinese majority, Teluk Intan boasts a great selection of Chinese cuisine, particularly for its seafood dishes. Enjoy anything from shark meat to mantis prawn best cooked in kung pao (宫堡), kam heong (金香), or sweet-and-sour style.Where to eat?
Poh Loong, Tai Choong, Sechuan, Chi Foo
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| Teluk Intan Chinese seafood dishes |
Mee Rebus
Translated
as "boiled noodles", this noodle dish is comprised of yellow egg noodles
and generous serving of sweet-spicy gravy. Typically topped with
green chili, green onion, fried shallots, hard boiled egg, bean
sprouts, and a fresh squeeze of lime.
Where to eat? Mastan Ghani, Kedai Kopi Ah Wah
Rojak
Having served delicious rojak (Malaysian/Indonesian-style salad) for more than five decades, Rojak Ah Chai is a must-try for those visiting Teluk Intan. It is a combination of cuttlefish, prawn fritters, kangkung (water convolvulus), cucumber, pineapple, turnip and a sweet homemade sauce.
Where to eat? Rojak Ah Chai
Where to eat? Rojak Ah Chai
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| Rojak Ah Chai Source: ed.low |
Laksa
The soup of the laksa here is light, diluted, simple, yet surprisingly addictive thanks to the tasty addition of sour tamarind. A good choice for those eating between meals.
Where to eat? Coliseum, Makcik Kiah Laksa
Where to eat? Coliseum, Makcik Kiah Laksa
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| Laksa Teluk Intan |
Wooi Fun
A simply delicious dish of hot steamed rice topped with savory seafood, meat, and egg gravy, wooi fun is a rice variation of the famous Cantonese-style wat tan hor (flat noodle in egg gravy)Where to eat? Hawker stalls, restaurants
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| Teluk Intan Wooi Fun Source: tofoodwithlove |
Lou Shu Fun
Known as silver needle noodle or rat noodle, lou shu fun is a type of Chinese rice noodle that can be eaten fried, dry, or in soup accompanied by slices of fish cakes or minced meat.Where to eat? Pasar street for breakfast
Bak Kut Teh
A dish of meat (typically pork) cooked in a fragrant herbal broth prepared mainly using dong quai, cinnamon, and star anise.Where to eat? Ah chai Bah kut teh @ Tmn Ros
Har Mee
A popular Malaysian hawker dish, Har Mee is prepared using noodles, fresh whole prawns, sliced meat, and sambal in a light yet full-flavored broth.
Where to eat? Glutton Square
Where to eat? Glutton Square
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Curry Mee
Also known as curry laksa, this steamy bowl of noodle in spicy curry is delicious even when eaten on hot, sunny days.
Where to eat? Kedai Kopi Ah Wah, 338 Curry Noodles
Where to eat? Kedai Kopi Ah Wah, 338 Curry Noodles
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| Source: eatingasia |
Cold Dessert
Ximilu (sago in coconut milk) and ice-blended desserts are a hit in this town, mainly because the weather is always scorching hot. Best eaten after lunch.
Where to eat? DO RE MI and ABC in Glutton Square, Hawaii Jalan Sekolah
Where to eat? DO RE MI and ABC in Glutton Square, Hawaii Jalan Sekolah
Chinese Pastries
Teluk Intan is famous for its Heong Peng and Tau Sar Pneah. This does not come as a surprise as the entire town is dominated by family-run enterprises which confectioneries are sold all across the country.Where to eat?
Forget Penang and Melaka. Teluk Intan is where you should be heading for a truly unforgettable food trip in Malaysia.
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How to Travel Alone as an Asian
My skin color has not worked against me in terms of how I am perceived during my travels outside of Asia. Nevertheless, I would be in denial if I say that racism is nonexistent for those traveling beyond their own countries, especially for Asians.
For this reason, the fear of traveling alone is common among people of color. They are afraid of being looked down on or are isolated by travelers staying in the same vicinity. In order to make your trip as memorable and as delightful as possible as a solo Asian traveler, simply follow the following steps!
Read also: Free Printable Complete Travel Packing Checklist
It is a common misconception among us that every European speaks English. My visit to the Parisian suburb was a rather challenging one because the locals spoke only French. Most of the time, we resorted to using sign language for anything beyond basic phrases!
No, white people are not any more entitled than we are.
Cast away any racial stereotype that has been made known to you and understand that everyone is created equal. As long as you are a tourist contributing financially to another country's GDP, then the sky is the limit for what you wish to do during your visit.
Travel and have fun!
Most of the fears that are holding you back from traveling alone exist only in your head. Discard those thoughts and do what you love doing the most without reservation - to travel!
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For this reason, the fear of traveling alone is common among people of color. They are afraid of being looked down on or are isolated by travelers staying in the same vicinity. In order to make your trip as memorable and as delightful as possible as a solo Asian traveler, simply follow the following steps!
Read also: Free Printable Complete Travel Packing Checklist
How to Travel Alone as an Asian
Know when to blend, and when not to
Sure, making news friends is always exciting, but overdoing it might make you look suspicious or even desperate. Travelers generally prefer associating themselves with people similar to them (birds of a feather flock together!), so if you are really in need of a travel companion, consider someone originating from the same region as you are. This makes clicking easier, and being able to have more common interests makes communication a breeze.English is key
I have met many Asian travelers who refused to speak English - with the excuse being they too embarrassed they cannot speak it well. If white people are willing to take the effort to pick up Mandarin - a language completely new and foreign to them, then what would your excuse as an ESL-learner be to not speak English when you are needed to? Thicken up that skin and put your knowledge of the language to use!It is a common misconception among us that every European speaks English. My visit to the Parisian suburb was a rather challenging one because the locals spoke only French. Most of the time, we resorted to using sign language for anything beyond basic phrases!
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| How to Travel Alone as an Asian |
Avoid developing an inferiority complex
No, Asians are never a worse breed.No, white people are not any more entitled than we are.
Cast away any racial stereotype that has been made known to you and understand that everyone is created equal. As long as you are a tourist contributing financially to another country's GDP, then the sky is the limit for what you wish to do during your visit.
Courtesy is crucial
Respect and courtesy are two critical culture values among Asians, and the practice of these values should be carried on during your travels. What you would not do in your country, should not be carried out in someone else's country, too. This vaguely includes spitting, constant yelling, and causing unnecessary trouble to others.Standard safety measures apply
It goes without saying that the practice of common safety measures is crucial, regardless of your skin color. This includes being aware of your surroundings at all time and the securing of important travel documents. No one gets mugged because they are Asian, but only because they are too careless. |
| How to Travel Alone as an Asian |
Travel and have fun!
Most of the fears that are holding you back from traveling alone exist only in your head. Discard those thoughts and do what you love doing the most without reservation - to travel!
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Travel Itinerary: The Ultimate Malaysian Road Trip
Malaysia is different.
Nestled in Southeast
Asia, Malaysia is everything Thailand is not – quieter, more subtle, and by far
more temperate. It offers multiple experiences for travelers who are fortunate to
stay around long enough for an all-encompassing exploration within the region.
Best known
for its diversity and endless surprises, traveling through Malaysia is almost
like visiting two countries at once, with loud bustling cities and unbroken
stretches of virgin forests located in the immediate vicinity. The most effective
way to witness this country in its full glory is by going on a long, unhurried
road trip best accompanied by laughter and traveling buddies with as much enthusiasm as you!
Below is a
suggested itinerary for the ultimate Malaysian road trip you will never forget.
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| Travel Itinerary: The Ultimate Malaysian Road Trip |
1. Johor Bahru (Luxuriate)
Land in Senai International Airport and search for a one-way car rental (drop off at KLIA/KLIA2)
Attractions: Legoland Malaysia, Istana Besar, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
2. Taman Negara Johor Endau Rompin (Activity)
The second largest national park in Peninsula Malaysia, it is one of the world's oldest tropical rainforests featuring 248-million-year-old rock formations and the endangered Northern Sumatran rhinoceros.
Things to Do: Hiking Gunung Tahan (highest peak in West Malaysia), canopy walk, trekking, night jungle walk, visiting aborigine settlement, rapid shooting, boat cruise, cave exploration, animal watching.
3. Melaka (Food)
A city with Portugese and Dutch influence and great food.
Attractions: Christ Church, Taming Sari Tower, A Famosa, Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum
What to Eat: Nyonya cuisine, chicken rice balls, satay celup, pai tee, cendol, coconut milkshake
4. Kuala Lumpur (Luxuriate)
The capital of Malaysia dominated by a skyline filled with skyscrapers, expats and travelers, Michelin-starred restaurants, places of worship, and everything in between.
Attractions: Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves (Hindu temples + cave exploration + rock climbing), KL Tower, Petaling Street, Thean Hou Temple, Golden Triangle (Bukit Bintang), National Mosque.
5. Krau Wildlife Reserve, Pahang (Activity)
The largest wildlife reserve in Peninsula Malaysia containing a large diversity of birds and mammals such as primates and bats. It is also the home to two groups of aboriginal tribes: Jah Hut and Sewang.
Things to Do: Wildlife spotting, hiking Gunung Benom (2017 meters), jungle trekking, camping, fishing and bird watching.
Things to Do: Wildlife spotting, hiking Gunung Benom (2017 meters), jungle trekking, camping, fishing and bird watching.
6. Teluk Intan, Perak (Food)
A small town with well-preserved colonial buildings and Chinese shop-houses.
Attractions: Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan, Batu Tenggek (War Memorial), Ruins of Raja Muda's Palace, Sungai Kerawai Halt, Hock Soon Temple, Sri Subramaniam Temple.
Things to Do: Food hunting, visiting places of worship
What to Eat: Ah Chai Rojak, Liew Kee Chee Cheong Fun, Heong Peah, Nasi Kandar Changkat Jong, Mee Rojak Mastan Ghani, heong peng, tau sar pneah, Hawaii Lolo, Malindo Apom Balik
Attractions: Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan, Batu Tenggek (War Memorial), Ruins of Raja Muda's Palace, Sungai Kerawai Halt, Hock Soon Temple, Sri Subramaniam Temple.
Things to Do: Food hunting, visiting places of worship
What to Eat: Ah Chai Rojak, Liew Kee Chee Cheong Fun, Heong Peah, Nasi Kandar Changkat Jong, Mee Rojak Mastan Ghani, heong peng, tau sar pneah, Hawaii Lolo, Malindo Apom Balik
7. Lumut – Pulau Pangkor, Perak (Activity)
A coastal town and a gateway to Pulau Pangkor (Pangkor Island) best known for its seashells and coral handicrafts.
Attractions: Teluk Batik, Pasir Panjang Turtle Hatchery, Pulau Pangkor, Mangrove Swamp Park
Things to Do: Day trip to Pulau Pangkor via ferry, food-hunting in Sitiawan, river cruise
Attractions: Teluk Batik, Pasir Panjang Turtle Hatchery, Pulau Pangkor, Mangrove Swamp Park
Things to Do: Day trip to Pulau Pangkor via ferry, food-hunting in Sitiawan, river cruise
8. Ipoh, Perak (Luxuriate & Food)
State capital of Perak and the forth largest city in Malaysia.
Attractions: Kellie's Castle, Gua Tempurung (cave exploration), Tambun Hot Springs, Gua Tambun Cave Paintings, Ipoh Heritage Trail, Concubine Lane, Ipoh Wall Art Murals, Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple, Gunung Lang Recretional Park, Rafflesia Trek.
Things to Do: White water rafting, caving, hot springs, jungle trekking, exploring Ulu Geroh
Attractions: Kellie's Castle, Gua Tempurung (cave exploration), Tambun Hot Springs, Gua Tambun Cave Paintings, Ipoh Heritage Trail, Concubine Lane, Ipoh Wall Art Murals, Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple, Gunung Lang Recretional Park, Rafflesia Trek.
Things to Do: White water rafting, caving, hot springs, jungle trekking, exploring Ulu Geroh
What to Eat: Heong Peng, chicken rice with bean sprout, kaya puffs, egg tarts, tong shui at Dessert Street, kai see hor fun, popiah, satay, char kway teow, white curry noodle, dim sum, Ipoh white coffee.
9. Pulau Pinang (Food)
Comprises of Penang Island and George Town, the capital city located in Peninsula Malaysia bearing a good combination of modernity and traditional charms.
What to Eat: Assam laksa, char kuey teow, Teochew cendol, Hokkien har mee, wantan mee, oh chien, popiah, chee cheong fan, rojak, tau sar peah, udang galah rendang, dim sum, satay, nasi kandar Kassim Mustafa, chee cheong jook.
What to Eat: Assam laksa, char kuey teow, Teochew cendol, Hokkien har mee, wantan mee, oh chien, popiah, chee cheong fan, rojak, tau sar peah, udang galah rendang, dim sum, satay, nasi kandar Kassim Mustafa, chee cheong jook.
10. Royal Belum State Park (Activity)
One of the world's oldest rain forests dating back to over 130 million years ago which is home to 14 threatened mammal species including the Malaysian Tiger, Malayan Tapir, White-Handed Gibbon, Asiatic Elephant, Malaysian Sunbear, and Sumatran Rhinoceros.
Things to Do: Bird-watching, animal observation, jungle trails, river cruises, trekking, waterfall exploration, trekking to salt licks, visiting Orang Asli villages.
Things to Do: Bird-watching, animal observation, jungle trails, river cruises, trekking, waterfall exploration, trekking to salt licks, visiting Orang Asli villages.
11. Gunung Stong State Park (Activity)
1442-metre tall mountain which is the home to a high diversity of wildlife situated on the fringes of the Titiwangsa range.
Things to Do: Stong Waterfalls, jungle trekking, animal observation, camping, hiking.
Things to Do: Stong Waterfalls, jungle trekking, animal observation, camping, hiking.
12. Gua Musang (Activity)
A small town located deep within the jungle in central Kelantan featuring a unique formation of rocks and barren hills, reachable by train thanks to the Jungle Railway.
Things to Do: Rock climbing, visiting Pulai, cave exploration.
Things to Do: Rock climbing, visiting Pulai, cave exploration.
13. Tasik Kenyir (Activity)
An artificial lake located in Hulu Terrenganu created by the damming of the Kenyir River.
Things to Do: Fishing (sea angling, course fishing and game fishing), jungle trekking at Pengkalan Gawi, kayaking, canoeing, boating, rafting and rapids shooting.
Things to Do: Fishing (sea angling, course fishing and game fishing), jungle trekking at Pengkalan Gawi, kayaking, canoeing, boating, rafting and rapids shooting.
14. Drive along E8 (Luxuriate)
The East Coast Expressway or Lebuhraya Pantai Timur begins in Jabur, crossing Chenih, Chukai, Kijal, Kerteh, Paka, Dungun, Bukit Besi, Ajil, Telemong and terminates at Highway 3 at Kampung Gemuruh. E8 makes the perfect road trip thanks to the scenic view along the eastern coast of Malaysia.
Things to Do: Road trip, eat, and occasionally stopping for a dip in the sea!
Things to Do: Road trip, eat, and occasionally stopping for a dip in the sea!
15. Kuantan (Luxuriate)
State capital of Pahang located near the mouth of the Kuantan River and faces the South China Sea.
Attractions: Teluk Cempedak, Pantai Batu Hitam, Masjid Negeri, Central Market, Sultan Ahmad Shah Agriculture Park, Sungai Pandan Waterfall, East Coast Mall.
Attractions: Teluk Cempedak, Pantai Batu Hitam, Masjid Negeri, Central Market, Sultan Ahmad Shah Agriculture Park, Sungai Pandan Waterfall, East Coast Mall.
16. Tasik Chini (Activity)
A lake in central Pahang which shores are inhabited by the Jakun tribe, located 85 kilometers away from Kuantan.
Things to Do: Boat rides, jungle trekking, homestay, fishing, overnight hiking, Runchang Orang Asli Settlement, Bebar Peat Swamp Forest.
17. Tasik Bera (Activity)
A natural freshwater lake in southwestern Pahang located in the saddle of the main and eastern mountain ranges with a width of 35 kilometers.
Things to Do: Boating, kayaking, river cruising, wildlife observation, Semalai homestay.
Things to Do: Boating, kayaking, river cruising, wildlife observation, Semalai homestay.
18. Hutan Lipur Jeram Toi (Activity)
Located between Seremban and Kuala Kelawang, Jeram Toi is a popular recreational park for picnics and refreshing baths.
Things to Do: Trekking, gorges and waterfalls, natural pools.
Things to Do: Trekking, gorges and waterfalls, natural pools.
...and a short drive to KLIA/KLIA2 to drop off the car and to end your trip with sun-kissed skin and plenty of awesome memories of Malaysia!
Happy traveling!
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Happy traveling!
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Elevate Your Experience
If you enjoy painting, bring along a sketchbook and spend some time by the waterfall to let your creativity flow. If you have a knack for photography, bring along a camera with as much memory it could hold. It is a breeze to make your hiking experience a more memorable one!
Hiking solo is the most rewarding thing a female can do. It teaches us to have unstinting courage, independence, wisdom, unreserved perseverance and unconditional commitment. Happy hiking!
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A special shout-out to Mantas, who have taught me to be a little crazier and to do everything my mother has warned me against. More importantly, thanks for teaching me to never stop exploring. Be safe wherever you are!
Female Solo Hiking Tips
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| Female Solo Hiking Tips Photo taken at Haba Snow Mountain, Yunnan |
Growing up in Asia, being in a constant state of cautiousness is almost inevitable.
Family members have always cast a protective shell over me, isolating me from activities they deemed risky. Note: For Asians parents, anything could be dangerous - even if it is just crossing that damn road across the house.
Frankly, it really wasn't all that shocking that when I told my parents I'd be traveling to Indonesia for my first solo hiking adventure, it was acknowledged with two pairs of widened eyes and dropped jaws. My mother has always been overly concerned about my safety and well-being (which I appreciate wholeheartedly), and it took much persuasion to finally make it happen.
Personally, I prefer doing things on my own, and this includes hiking. There is something about being able to make the journey based entirely on my own efforts, and that when the hustle is over, I get to look back on every step I've taken from the very peak. While hiking solo is immensely rewarding, risks and dangers are at times unavoidable:
Dangers of Solo Hiking (Female or Otherwise)
Emergency - Having no one to help you when you're injured
Getting lost - Going onto the wrong trail
Lack of supplies - Water, food, maps etc
Mental state - Lack of moral support to go on/having someone to talk to
Female Solo Hiking Tips
Cast Away Negative Thoughts
Yes, you may have read countless horror stories about those who have met a tragic end while hiking. Keep in mind that unfortunate events take place around the world day-to-day - at the mountain, on a road, or even at someone's own house, and soaking yourself in such negative thoughts will not get you any further. Instead, pay attention to the beauty that surrounds you, such as immersing yourself in the blueness of the sky or by dipping your feet in the cold rattling stream at any given chance.
Prepare a First Aid Kit
If
you are hiking alone, chances are that you will have to nurse yourself
in the event of unforeseen injuries. Understanding how to use the items
in a first-aid kit is as important as having them, so a thorough
research is crucial. A few important items include bandages, tweezers
(to remove splinters or debris), oral dehydration salt, hydrocortisone
cream, pain relievers, etc.
Get Into Shape
It is wise to make sure that you are physically well prepared, especially if you are taking on longer trails. Dragging out your time due to exhaustion might leave you out on the trail alone when the sky gets dark.
Don't Outdo Yourself
Feeling tired? Take a break. Sprained an ankle? Get help and put your journey on hold until you fully recover. No good comes from pushing yourself too hard.
Gather Enough Experience First
Hike in a group and familiarize yourself with hiking do's and don'ts before attempting it solo will greatly reduce the risks involved.
If you enjoy painting, bring along a sketchbook and spend some time by the waterfall to let your creativity flow. If you have a knack for photography, bring along a camera with as much memory it could hold. It is a breeze to make your hiking experience a more memorable one!
Hiking solo is the most rewarding thing a female can do. It teaches us to have unstinting courage, independence, wisdom, unreserved perseverance and unconditional commitment. Happy hiking!
For related travel stories, click here.
A special shout-out to Mantas, who have taught me to be a little crazier and to do everything my mother has warned me against. More importantly, thanks for teaching me to never stop exploring. Be safe wherever you are!
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Complete Guide to Hiking the Tiger Leaping Gorge
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The van stopped at the foot of the mountain as several uniformed officers entered for passport checks. Hikers were then required to pay ¥65 for an open-ended ticket to the trail (¥32.50 for hikers below the age of 25 with a student card).
Then on, it is an adventure waiting to be unfold.
Duration: 7 hours to 3 days
Gorge depth: 3,790 meters (12,434 feet) from river to peak
Gorge length: 15 kilometres (9.3 mi)
Entrance fee: ¥65 (¥32.50 for students with valid IDs)
Accommodation: Halfway Guesthouse, Tea & Horse Guesthouse, Naxi Family Guesthouse, Come Inn, Five Fingers Mountain Guest House, Chateau de Woody, Tibet Guest House, Tina's Guesthouse
Every 30 minutes from 7am to 12pm.
Bus to Lijiang and Daju available.
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| Complete Guide to Hiking the Tiger Leaping Gorge |
It was 4 a.m.
With watery
eyes and a long yawn, I dutifully loaded my backpack into a van that would be transferring
hikers’ luggage to the end point of the trail I was embarking on. Along with
the lightest knapsack I could assemble, I boarded a separate shuttle to get to
a mountain located two hours away from town. I flashed a faint smile as my eyes
met those of the strangers onboard – about 20 of them – who were my destined
fellow hikers that very day.
The journey
begun as I gradually fell into a partial sleep. My head bobbed with every bump of
the rugged road, but it did not take long before I was resurrected by the sight
of majestic pinnacles atop an unbroken stretch of forest. It felt just like a
movie, except it was happening right before my eyes.
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| Hiking the Tiger Leaping Gorge |
The van stopped at the foot of the mountain as several uniformed officers entered for passport checks. Hikers were then required to pay ¥65 for an open-ended ticket to the trail (¥32.50 for hikers below the age of 25 with a student card).
Then on, it is an adventure waiting to be unfold.
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| Solo Hiking: Tiger Leaping Gorge |
Hiking: Tiger Leaping Gorge
Located in the Yunnan province in southwest China, the trail to the Tiger Leaping Gorge starts at Qiaotou, a town at the foot of the Haba Snow Mountain. The trail takes a shortest time of 7 hours to complete. Otherwise, there are several inns along the way for those preferring to hike at a slower pace. Although considered one of the most popular hiking destination in China, the trail remains uncrowded and deserted on most days.History
Legend has it that a tiger once leaped from Yulong Snow Mountain to Haba Snow Mountain by jumping on the huge rock in the centre of the river, among the rough rapids.Tiger Leaping Gorge Features:
Trail distance: 30km (high path)Duration: 7 hours to 3 days
Gorge depth: 3,790 meters (12,434 feet) from river to peak
Gorge length: 15 kilometres (9.3 mi)
Entrance fee: ¥65 (¥32.50 for students with valid IDs)
Accommodation: Halfway Guesthouse, Tea & Horse Guesthouse, Naxi Family Guesthouse, Come Inn, Five Fingers Mountain Guest House, Chateau de Woody, Tibet Guest House, Tina's Guesthouse
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| Hiking the Tiger Leaping Gorge |
Getting In
Bus from Lijiang (¥40, 2 hours), drop off at Qiaotou (entrance to the high path).Every 30 minutes from 7am to 12pm.
Getting Out
Bus to Shangri-la (¥55) from Tina's Guesthouse at 3.30pm.Bus to Lijiang and Daju available.
Warnings
- Do not attempt to hike the trail during winter/rainy season as rockslide is common. The best time is said to be in May, October and November.
- If you are hiking solo, note that the trail is usually empty and that the next town is located very far away so it will be challenging to find help should anything unfortunate happens.
- You will constantly be harassed by locals for fees, especially at areas closest to the gorge. If the amount is small, look at it as a donation to give back to the community.
- The most difficult part of the trail is located close to the starting point, known as the 28 Bends. It isn't really that difficult if you take it slow, but it is here that local men will pester you to take a ride on their donkeys or horses for a fee should you show the slightest sign of fatigue.
What to Bring
- There are guesthouses along the way, so water and light snacks should suffice.
- Sunscreen is always a good idea during summer.
- Skid-resistant shoes is a must.
- Cameras, with plenty of memory space.
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| Washroom at Halfway Guesthouse - voted the washroom with the best view in the world. |
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| The river flowing through Tiger Leaping Gorge is between Yulong Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain |
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| A woman selling marijuana and other essentials along the trail |
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| Animals grazing freely along the trail |
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| Map of Tiger Leaping Gorge (Click to enlarge) Source: travelchinaguide |
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Recipes
Hake is widely regarded as one of the best fish in the whiting family. Its white flesh is soft when raw, but turns firm with a medium flake when cooked.
First time hearing of hake?
It can be intimidating to think of what you can do to an unfamiliar fish, but hake, in particular, isn't really that hard to figure out. Part of the cod family, it can be found frozen, smoked, fresh or salted in supermarket shelves - most commonly in the form of steaks. It is generally sweeter and more delicate compared to cod, and conventional ways of preparing this fish (as the Europeans do) would be grilling, baking, or by good old pan-fry. It handles robust flavors very well, so feel free to liberate those capers, paprika and horseradish powders from your kitchen jars!
Tips to buying hake: A good hake product is one with white flesh free from any sign of browning, grayness, and dryness.
I've recently gotten very inspired to cook, and this subsequently led me into creating a recipe for a fish dish that is effortless to prepare, delicious, and artful. The recipe calls for a quality hake steak, which I am using from Bonfisken Deli. Horseradish is the key constituent of the sauce - surprising your taste buds with an unexpected kick with every bite.
For the sauce
This recipe is easy and simply delicious. Happy cooking!
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Recipe: Sautéed Hake in Herbed Horseradish Sauce
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| Recipe: Sautéed Hake in Herbed Horseradish Sauce |
Hake is widely regarded as one of the best fish in the whiting family. Its white flesh is soft when raw, but turns firm with a medium flake when cooked.
First time hearing of hake?
It can be intimidating to think of what you can do to an unfamiliar fish, but hake, in particular, isn't really that hard to figure out. Part of the cod family, it can be found frozen, smoked, fresh or salted in supermarket shelves - most commonly in the form of steaks. It is generally sweeter and more delicate compared to cod, and conventional ways of preparing this fish (as the Europeans do) would be grilling, baking, or by good old pan-fry. It handles robust flavors very well, so feel free to liberate those capers, paprika and horseradish powders from your kitchen jars!
Tips to buying hake: A good hake product is one with white flesh free from any sign of browning, grayness, and dryness.
I've recently gotten very inspired to cook, and this subsequently led me into creating a recipe for a fish dish that is effortless to prepare, delicious, and artful. The recipe calls for a quality hake steak, which I am using from Bonfisken Deli. Horseradish is the key constituent of the sauce - surprising your taste buds with an unexpected kick with every bite.
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| Hake steak from Bonfisken Deli |
Recipe: Sautéed Hake in Herbed Horseradish Sauce
Ingredients:
For the fish- Hake steak
- Butter, 2 tbs
- Oregano/sage, 2 sprigs
For the sauce
- Yogurt, 150g
- Prepared horseradish, 2 tbs
- Cilantro leaves from 2 sprigs
- Spinach, 1 cup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garlic, 5 cloves
Preparation:
For the fish- Sautée fish in hot butter for not more than 3 minutes on each side.
- Remove from pan and place on a plate, along with hot oil.
- Place horseradish, garlic, yogurt, spinach, cilantro, salt and pepper in blender. Blend until mixture is smooth.
- Drizzle sauce around fish.
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| Recipe: Sautéed Hake in Herbed Horseradish Sauce |
This recipe is easy and simply delicious. Happy cooking!
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Mussels bring me boundless joy.
They make a great addition to soups and pasta, yielding a slight salty yet ethereal oceany flavor. Sweet, tender and plump, mussels are loved not just for its distinctive taste but also for the high vitamin C, protein, iron and zinc contents.
While I love my meat fresh, mussels are an exception. I'd very much rather buy my shellfish from a box just to save me all the hassle of having to clean and pry them open. For this recipe, I am using Talley's Greenshell Mussels from New Zealand which have been thoughtfully scrubbed, debearded, and ready to cook.
To prepare this simple dish of bivalve, I am using a wasabi-infused mayonnaise-based sauce which is then filled into the shells - just enough to completely cover the meat. They are then left to bake until they bubble, before being served on a plate to grace a dining table.
Related: Mussels in Fragrant Thai-Style Broth
Fish roe, 2 tbs
Mayonnaise, 180g
Yogurt, 150g
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon juice, 2 tbs
Lemon zest, 1 tbs
Wasabi, 2 tbs
Sesame oil, 1tbs
To garnish
Spring onions
Lemon wedges
Recipe: Wasabi Baked Green Mussels
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| Recipe: Wasabi Baked Green Mussels |
Mussels bring me boundless joy.
They make a great addition to soups and pasta, yielding a slight salty yet ethereal oceany flavor. Sweet, tender and plump, mussels are loved not just for its distinctive taste but also for the high vitamin C, protein, iron and zinc contents.
While I love my meat fresh, mussels are an exception. I'd very much rather buy my shellfish from a box just to save me all the hassle of having to clean and pry them open. For this recipe, I am using Talley's Greenshell Mussels from New Zealand which have been thoughtfully scrubbed, debearded, and ready to cook.
To prepare this simple dish of bivalve, I am using a wasabi-infused mayonnaise-based sauce which is then filled into the shells - just enough to completely cover the meat. They are then left to bake until they bubble, before being served on a plate to grace a dining table.
Related: Mussels in Fragrant Thai-Style Broth
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| Talley's Greenshell Mussels |
Recipe: Wasabi Baked Green Mussels
Ingredients
Talley's Greenshell Mussels, 1 box/30ozFish roe, 2 tbs
Mayonnaise, 180g
Yogurt, 150g
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon juice, 2 tbs
Lemon zest, 1 tbs
Wasabi, 2 tbs
Sesame oil, 1tbs
To garnish
Spring onions
Lemon wedges
Preparation
- Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, salt, pepper, lemon juice, lemon zest, wasabi, and sesame oil in a mixing bowl.
- Fill shells with sauce, just enough to completely cover the meat.
- Sprinkle fish roe over mussels.
- Bake mussels in preheated oven in 350°F until they bubble and turn slightly brown.
- Serve with chopped spring onions and lemon wedges.
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| Recipe: Wasabi Baked Green Mussels |
Wasabi Baked Green Mussels are delicious and are effortless to prepare. Have fun cooking!
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