Compendium of Architectural Appreciation 1 Student Edition

STUDENT EDITION
COMPENDIUM OF ARCHITECTURAL APPRECIATION 1

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Arwin Kumar A/L Ravi Chandran
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PERAK: THE SILVER STATE 4 PERAK: THE SILVER STATE 5
TABLE OF CONTENT
1. KELLIE’S CASTLE, BATU GAJAH, PERAK
2. BIRCH MEMORIAL CLOCK TOWER
3. IPOH RAILWAY STATION
4. BANGUNAN DEWAN BANDARAYA IPOH, PERAK
5. PLAN B IPOH,PERAK
6. SARANG PALOH HERITAGE STAY
7. MASJID SULTAN IDRIS II
8. ISTANA SERI KENANGAN KUALA KANGSAR
9. SAM POH TONG CAVE TEMPLE, IPOH
10. LOST WORLD OF TAMBUN
KELLIE’SCASTLE, BATUGAJAH “A lot has

PERAK, MALAYSIA been written
about Kellie's
Castle and its
owner, William
Kellie Smith.
It is a true
rags-to-riches
story.”
One of the most interesting Perak Kellie’s Castle may well be one of
Perak, Malaysia’s more unusual
attractions is Kellie’s Castle which is
sightseeing venues and rightly so. The
located about 40 km away from Ipoh,
mystery, intrigue, romance and ghost
on the outskirts of a small town called
sightings associated with the castle
Batu Gajah. This castle was meant to
have certainly been enough to pique
be a home away from home for
my own interest over the years. Well,
Scottish Planter, William Kellie Smith
good things come to those who
in the 20th century.
finally make good on their travel
procrastinations.
Some say he built this castle because,
being far from home, he desired his
After years of talking about going
new residence to be reminiscent of
there, I can now say I have been.
his home back in Scotland and some
Perak was in fact my last travel
even say this castle was built as a
destination just prior to the Covid-19
castle of love for his wife Agnes,
inspired Movement Control Order put
whom he brought to Perak
forth by Malaysia’s government in
somewhere around 1903.
March 2020.
The design concept of Kellie’s Castle can be seen to have followed the
modules of the Ipoh Railway Station, the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
and the now renamed the Sultan Abdul Samad Building or previously
known as the Federal Secretariat Building.
“ Inside, things
Unlike the three buildings mentioned, Kellie’s Castle did not take one style
into account as it was an odd, eclectic mix of Mughal-Moorish Revival, started to get
Indo-Gothic and Greco-Roman architecture. Fused as a whole, this piece of a little eerie.
construction is an amalgamation of both East and West and is the only
one of its kind in Malaysia to exhibit such a fusion design. The corridors
summoned
melancholia
while the walls
seemed to
know all the
secrets of a
long-forgotten
past.”
Kellie’s Castle in Batu Gajah, Perak, is one such mystery. Among local architecture,
the European/Indian structure was a curious anomaly. But standing as an
everlasting testament of one man’s love for his wife and a father’s love for his son,
these rambling ruins belonging to a Scottish planter named William Kellie-Smith,
made a foreboding yet enchanting invitation for visitors to revisit the past.
The castle takes it’s influences from Roman, Moorish and Indo-Saracenic design and
features lots of arches, while materials such as brick and marble were imported
from India and Italy for the construction.
There is a chamber for

wine storage that were
build and kept remain
inside the Kellie Castle
it is called 'Wine
Cellar'. The wine cellar
were hand made by
the Indian craftsman
with woods which is
imported from India.
Of the four large bedrooms, Helen’s room(Above) the only one with decorative
Inside the building, there were few blue plaster cornices at the ceiling is reputed to be haunted by Helen herself.
secret chambers hidden in the
ground. The stairs were created to
connected the building with the
secret chambers. however, it can't
be entered due to the structure of
the stairs isn't strong. Also, it is
believed that this building is the
first in Malaya to contain elevator
which runs up to the top floor
The family rooms located on the first floor are large and feature lots of high
ceilings and air wells which perfectly suited to Malaysian weather.
BIRCHMEMORIALCLOCKTOWER “On first appearance, Ipoh’s Birch

PERAK, MALAYSIA Memorial Clock Tower doesn’t look
out of place in the middle of an
The Birch Memorial Clock Tower is elegant square. But a keen eye and a
said to have been erected in the year
1909 in the memory of the first British
little knowledge of local history
president of Perak, James WW Birch. It reveals something taboo hidden in
is in Ipoh’s Kinta District across the
road from the Ipoh State Mosque, plain sight. Culture Trip explores why
Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque, and just a
few hundred meters from Ipoh Railway
this seemingly normal clock tower in
Station. a sleepy part of Old Ipoh drums up so
Arguably, it is one of Ipoh’s most much controversy.”
significant monuments to the legacy of
British colonialism. It is a memorial to
James W. W. Birch who, on 2 November
1875, was fatally speared while taking
a bath in Kinta river.
The clock tower is
Consisting of four panels that are claimed to represent the different ‘stages’ or
located in a square
“growth of civilization”. Each panel faces one of the four cardinal compass points.
between Sultan Idris
Shah II Mosque and
North-facing Panel
Medan Selera
The north facing panel of the Birch Memorial Clock
Dataran Dato’ Sagor
Tower represents the stone age (hunter, fisherman, and
Food Court. The
a woman spinning), hunter age (a man and a woman)
clock tower has one
and the early Eastern peoples (a Nubian with gold and
mother bell, 6 feet 6
ivory, a Chaldean Astrologer, a Woman making pottery,
inches in diameter
an Egyptian, an Assyrian, and a Persian)
and weighing 1000
pounds (about 454
kilograms). There West-facing Panel
are four smaller bells The West facing panel covers the Eastern Mediterranean
weighing 250 with Moses, David, a Phoenician and a woman
pounds (lbs.) each. representing the Agean civilization. For the Far East there
Together, at the top is Confucius, Buddha, Lao Tzu. For Greece and Rome
of each hour, they there are depictions of a woman representing Greek Art,
sound the chimes of Alexander the Great, Plato and Augustus.
Big Ben.
South-facing Panel
On the South facing panel, there is Constantine the Great
symbolizing the Byzantine Empire. For Islam, there was an
illustration of Mohammed but following objections in 1958,
this was painted over. The depiction of the Prophet of
Islam is forbidden. Islamic aniconism shuns images of
sentient beings.
West-facing Panel
The West facing panel covers the Eastern Mediterranean
with Moses, David, a Phoenician and a woman
representing the Agean civilization. For the Far East there
is Confucius, Buddha, Lao Tzu. For Greece and Rome
there are depictions of a woman representing Greek Art,
Alexander the Great, Plato and Augustus.
“Built with the
IPOHRAILWAY STATION combination of
PERAK, MALAYSIA British colonial
and Moghul
architectural
influences
mainly on its
facades and
roofs.”
In the early 20th century, railway stations in the main towns of Malaysia
were symbols of status and modern development. The Ipoh Railway Station
located at Perak, Malaysia which is located near Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang
Wahab in Ipoh. It is situated next to the Central Bus Station and the Main Post
Office. Ipoh Railway Station was built at the peak of tin mining industry in
1917.
The building was constructed by the government architect Arthur
Benison Hubback. It has been recognized as one of historical buildings in the
country due to its age, historical importance and architecture significance. The
railway station is known locally as the “Taj Mahal” of Malaysia.
The Ipoh railway station was initially

meant to be a hospital and used
before the 20th century as such
before being turned into a station.
The original completion year of
1917 was delayed for three years
due to lack of construction materials
as well as high costs during World
War I. Designed by Arthur Benison
Hubback, it was first constructed and
opened in 1935, making it the
second concrete station to be
constructed in the town.
Arthur Benson Hubback designed the Ipoh Railway STATION IN A GRANDIOSE,

Mogul style with segmental pediments and spherical dome. It is a solid
neoclassical building embodying strict symmetry, balance and harmony.
The Ipoh Railway Station has a linear design. The linear form which extends along
the main axis creates a one-way lane which is suitable for a railway station that
functions as a movement and transportation-based communication center.
He also designed broad verandah on the upper floors to allow for adequate
ventilation. The interior building conveyed a tropical ambience, with high ceilings
and airy verandas.
Ipoh Railway Station is AB Hubback was inspired With his knowledge of

influenced by British by Mughal style, one of Anglo-Asian architecture
colonial architecture the exotic revival in mind, he came out with
styles. Besides neo- architectural styles that the design of Ipoh’s
classical, neo-Moorish was adopted by Railway Station. A lot of
style can also be architects of Europe and Moorish-inspired domes
identified on the building’s America. It reached the and turrets are used on
façade. Moorish height of its popularity the façade that boast and
architecture is a mixture after the mid-19th century, impressive British Raj
of European function and part of a widening Mogul style. Therefore, it
Islamic form. This style vocabulary of decorative is well known as the Taj
was introduced by the ornamentation drawn Mahal of Ipoh.
British to accommodate from historical sources
the tropical climate beyond the familiar
cultural and social classical and Gothic
environment of local modes.
region.
DOMES
The 3 major domes are constructed from mass concrete
and extended angle iron. The major dome at the centre
of the building has a featured steel frame in which mass
concrete has been laid to form the dome. The smaller
domes have steel work support however concealed. All
three main domes have 12” x 6” ring beams. The small
minaret dome at the various corners of the building are
constructed with brick resting on a cast stone ring beam.
The exterior of the domes are covered with a bitumen
coating and painted.
COLUMNS
The columns are constructed with
brick with a stucco concrete finish.
Rounded columns are pinned and
constructed from a reconstituted
stone like the footings. The columns
or column arches together with the
keystone arches form a classic pillar
and arch construction. This
construction is topped with a
spreading plate girder beam. Within
the structure there are several steel
columns. These columns occurs
alternatively along the front of the
building and internally. Internally
these columns are situated in the
shopping area, main entrance and
Post Office.
WINDOWS & DOORS

Most windows and doors are
original and manufactured from
hard wood. The door panelling
and window frames are entailed
with additional paneling and
mesh overlay specifically for the
windows and doors. These
varies from shaped transom to
voussoirs. The walls feature
various stone stepping and
indentation generally considered
as entablature and occasional
pediment especially over the
window areas.
WALLS
The supporting walls are 18” thick being
constructed with a London or
Staffordshire stock brick. There are
some instances of local clay brick,
however predominantly the bricks are
laid in alternate stretcher and bearer
courses. The access through the walls
into the building and public areas are via
doors and large arches. The arch
openings within the building are a
crossetted voussoirs circular arch. The
arches on the main dome and front face
of the building are constructed by curve
voussoirs stone construction. Both arch
types contain keystones and are
supported by quoins at the shoulders
interlocked into an Ashlar walling
construction.
BANGUNANDEWANBANDARAYAIPOH
PERAK, MALAYSIA
“ Grand, and
white in
color,
minimalism
in style and
it's used for
major public
functions.”
Ipoh’s one of the most impressive heritage building the Ipoh Town
Hall or Dewan Bandaraya Ipoh located across the road from the
Railway Station is an Edwardian Baroque municipal building, a
historic building that lies in the heart of Ipoh, Perak. It is the chief
administrative building of Ipoh.
Designed by the Government Architect, Arthur Benison Hubback

(1871-1948), with Neo-Renaissance Victorian style, surmounted
with colossal Greek and Roman columns. British East India
Company constructed the building in 1931 and completed the
building in1916. These buildings were divided by 2 sections, the
front were used as the town hall and the back were used as the
post office.
The Ipoh Town Hall is situated in the When it was finally completed in 1916, ARCHITECTURE STYLE
heart of Ipoh Old Town Centre, which is this Town Hall has been the venue of
a major area of government many significant events. It has seen “As a style
administration during the days of many people from various backgrounds
Britain. It is strategically located on the and expertise utilizing, and walking up composed
heritage trail network (Heritage Trail) and down, its hallways.
Ipoh City historic building where the
of many
Ipoh Railway Station, State Mosque, the From 1948, the Town Hall served as elements,
District Police Headquarters, and the District Police Headquarters for
commercial banks. All these colonial some years, before being used as a neoclassical
building display the same architectural Public Auditorium in 1962. This building
style of European interest. also served as a Post Office.
architecture
can be
Construction of the Town Hall began in
1914 but the shortage of materials and imitated to a
high costs of labour caused by World
War I delayed its completion until 1916.
greater or
The contractor was Lim Weng Ching. lesser
extent.”
The Ipoh Town Hall was constructed in 1916. This majestic colonial building
with strong classical elements was designed by government architect A.B.
Hubback. Most of the buildings that are built by architect A.B. Hubback
consist of the similar architecture style.
The architecture style of the Town Hall were mainly based on Neoclassical
Architecture. It was an architecture style produced by the neoclassical
movement that began in mid-18th century, both as a reaction against the
Rocco style of anti-tectonic naturalistic ornament.
BUILDING SPACES GROUND FLOOR
Since its construction, the Ipoh Town Hall was used as a Post and Telegraph Office, a LOBBY
district police headquarters and a public auditorium subsequently. In order to carry out From the ground floor entrance,
such activities, the town hall requires a large area of space. Apart from that, the place one will step into the vast, spacious
should be well-lit and ventilated to create a spacious effect. The building must also be lobby. The lobby is a gathering
designed grandly as it is after all, the image of the city. The entire building stands as space for guests before entering
one structure.
the hall. The lobby serves as a main
access point to other spaces such
However, it can be differentiated into two distinct parts. First part is the Town Hall,
which is the front part of the building located in the western wing. Second part is the as the hall, VIP room, worker’s
Post Office, which is the annexed to the main building, located at the eastern wing. quarters, toilets etc. Towards the far
The Town Hall, which is owned by the State Government is in use till this day for right of the lobby is a stairwell
functions and performances. leading up to the first-floor banquet
room and other spaces.
HALL
The hall is the biggest space in the
building, which can house up to 2000
guests and 1000 guests for a state
banquet. It is mainly used for
functions, performance and events. As
the hall houses the biggest space
within the building, there are 3 doors
on each side of the hall, which not
only help ease human traffic, provide
ventilation, but also ease the
transportation of object into the town
hall. The hall is not only big in terms
of floor area but also spans the height
of 2 floors, thus having a high ceiling
The distinction between Town Hall and Old Post Office
which creates a spacious effect.
These wooden panels help with the
room acoustics to lower reverberation
within the space.
PASSAGE
Behind the hall and stage is a passage
leading up to the first floor of the post
office. It is a dark passageway with not
much help from artificial lighting as the
back part of the hall has been abandoned.
The passageway is narrow, with poor
lighting and ventilation. The stairs leading
up to the first-floor passage is filled with
collapsed debris from the ceiling. The DRESSING ROOMS, WASH CLOSETS & STOREROOMS
entire part of the passage makes one feel
uncomfortable and eerie as it is poorly lit Both male and female dressing rooms are located at each end of the passage,
and maintained. The passage has also 2 accessible from the stage. The rooms are used by performers to rest and prepare
doors on each end, leading out into the themselves before heading out on stage. The rooms are well ventilated and bright. The
courtyard. store rooms are also located at each end of the passage but are locked from the
public and are inaccessible.
WASHROOMS, STAFFROOM, AND VIP ROOM FIRST FLOOR
Washrooms, staff room

and VIP room are
accessible from the Lobby
and are located at each far
end of the lobby. The
washrooms and staff
room are naturally well lit
and ventilated as there are
huge windows within the
spaces. The VIP room BANQUET ROOM
however has no windows,
The banquet room sits above the lobby, and it is used to host small events such as
in order to provide privacy
press conference, feast(JAMUAN) etc. Like the hall, the surrounding walls are fitted
for the guest. It is however
with polished wooden panels aligned vertically to help with the room acoustics to
air-conditioned and
lower reverberation within the space. Carpets are also laid out to help with the
carpeted to provide
absorption of sounds. The banquet room is moderately lit and ventilated by the
comfort and a sense of
stairwell. It requires artificial lighting and air-conditioners to improve the conditions
luxury to the VIPs.
within the space.
ROOM 6-9 AND TOILETS

All rooms and toilets are well ventilated due to large amounts of windows
throughout the stretch of walls, both facing the main street and the courtyard.
Due to abandonment, the rooms are not distinctively classified and are very
dusty. The floors are wooden floorboards, which affect the dead load of the
entire first floor. These rooms sit above the dressing rooms, storerooms and
wash closets located on the Ground floor.
CATERERS ROOM, STORE ROOM AND CONTROL ROOM.
These 3 rooms are connected from the banquet hall and are well-lit and ventilated due
to large window fittings. The caterer’s room sits above the staff room, the storeroom
above the female toilet and the control room sits above the VIP room.
FRONT VERANDAH
The front verandah sits above

the porch, foyer and toilets on
the ground floor. It is very
spacious and very well
ventilated as it is connected to
the exterior. One can observe
the activities on the street from
the verandah yet maintaining
privacy on the first floor. This
classifies the verandah as a
semi-public space, where it is
not openly accessibly to the
public, albeit connected to the
exterior.
ARCHITECTURE ELEMENT
Neoclassical building have a few defining characteristics, such as clean and elegant
lines, uncluttered appearance, free-standing columns and massive buildings.
ARCHES
The number of arches spotted on

the building façade as well as the
type of arches that exist clearly
illustrates the building architectural
influences.
As seen on the Ipoh Town Hall,

there are 3 arches in front of the COLUMNS
building that acts as a passage that Neoclassical art was yet another
links to the entrance. An Arch return to the Classical Orders of
signifies a passage from where one Greek and Roman Antiquity. The
moves to another place, and the stone columns themselves usually
arch represents the passageways consisted of a series of solid stone
or doorways. There are 2 types of “drums”, set one upon the other,
arches found around this building, without mortar but sometimes joined
which is the segmental arches and inside with bronze pegs. The
diameter of columns usually
round arches.
decreases from the bottom upwards.
Each column is composed of a shaft

and a capital while some also have a
base. The shaft may be decorated
with vertical or spiral grooves, called
fluting. The capital has 2 parts, a
rounded lower part (echinus), above
which is a square-shaped tablet
(abacus).
The appearance of the echinus and abacus varies according to the stylistic “template” or
“Order” used in the temple’s construction. Tuscan and Doric Order capitals are plainer
and more austere, while Ionic and Corinthian capitals are more ornate. The classical
orders of columns found around the Ipoh Town Hall are mainly Doric Order on the
exterior and Ionic Order on the interior.
STAIRCASE
Staircase are circulation elements, and they are designed to bridge large vertical
distance. One needs to utilize the stairs to get from one floor to another.
Different types of stairs are used to give different look and impacts to different spaces.
The main stairway at the entrance is very wide compared to the other staircases on the
inside of the building. This is to provide a grand walkway from the entrance into the
building.
As for the staircase to the first-floor banquet, it is narrower with smaller steps, but it is
designed with a handrail and detailed balusters with dark brown paint coating over it. A
red carpet is installed onto the stairs to enhance it and give it a finer look.
The staircase located behind the ground floor stage is the same as the banquet hall
staircase, but it is designed with less detailed handrail and balusters.
DOORS AND WINDOW
Most of the doors and windows

are originally manufactured from
hard wood, which can withstand
for a longer time and the
maintenance of wooden frame is
easy and cheap.
Many different architectural

features were incorporated in
the design of the doors and
windows. They are mostly
arched windows and doors, with
the walls surrounding with
ornamental features such as
voussoirs and keystones.
Most of the door are topped

with a transom window to allow
maximum natural lighting into
the building, enhancing the
quality and grandeur of the
space.
ROOF DUTCH GABLE ROOF

Different types of roof are used on this building, which are pitched roof, Dutch
The three Dutch gable
gable roof and Jack roof.
roofs cover the back of
the first floor, which is
one roof overlaping the
other and forms a ‘n’
PITCHED ROOF shape when shown on
plan view. Clay roof tiling
The pitched roof covers the main hall and stage on ground floor. Zinc roofing were used as the
was used as the material of the pitched roof. The pitched roof is rather flat than material.
sloppy, and it extends to the end, near to the wall at the drainage.
JACK ROOF
The Jack roof covers the front part of the building,

which is over the first-floor banquet hall. This type of
roof is raised above to allow movement of air through
the sides to have a better circulation of air.
DETAILS AND ORNAMENTS

CHANDELIER
Crystal chandelier are used

in the main spaces in the
Town Hall such as the
entrance foyer, the
banquet hall and the VIP
room to build a statement
of its status as a formal
municipal building as well
as to further enrich the GOLD-PAINTED DETAIL ON WALL
Town Hall with its drama
through its captivating The gold-painted wall detail is located at the main
glow, bringing a sense of staircase leading to the banquet hall. It gives an
enchantment to the impression of lavishness, enticing the visitors of the
spaces. Town Hall to progress with their journey through this
luxurious building, leading up to the grand banquet hall.
GOLD-PAINTED DETAIL ON COLUMN CAPITAL
Located at the entrance

foyer, 3 tall Corinthian
columns stand with
flamboyance, exposing
and welcoming guests
to the extravagance of
the building. These
columns posses' motifs
WALL DETAILS ON CORBEL AT BANQUET similar to the ones on
the corbel at the
Inspired by the Greek and Roman architecture, motifs resembling flowers and leaves banquet hall.
are added on the corbel at the Banquet Hall. The national flower, the Hibiscus is
apparent on the corbel, symbolizing the position of Ipoh Town Hall as a governmental
administrative building. The motifs are gold-painted to denote the opulence of the
Town Hall.
GOLD-PAINTED DOOR HANDLE WALL DETAILS AT FAÇADE
The main entrance The undulating

door to the Town Hall form of the
expresses hints of ornament situated
gold to establish its on top of the
grandeur to façade column are
commemorate inspired by Roman
respectable guests design. It expresses
who visit the building the attention to
for conference or a detail on the façade
formal event. The and emanates a
gold door handle comprehension on
creates an impression the delicate and
of majesty to visitors subtle intricacies of
upon entering the this building.
building.
GOLD-PAINTED DETAIL ON LAMP POST
The details on the lamp

post located in front of the
building are inspired by
Roman architecture. They
are gold in color to denote
its monumental state as
the main administrative
building in the heart of
Ipoh.
WALL DETAILS AT ROOF
The curvy detail on the roof not only supplements the aesthetic appeal of the roof, but
it also alleviates the harsh horizontal lines on the walls as well as the abrupt transition
into the unvarying roof tile structure.
LAMP POST
A number of Roman-
inspired lamp post
surround the Ipoh
Town Hall exuding a
rusticated ambience
to the building. Lit up
at nighttime, it exalts
the character and
spirit of the building
and enlivens the
WALL DETAILS surrounding with its
warm luminescence
The ostentatious lines at varying sizes on the walls below the fixed arch windows during the night.
located at the main staircase leading up to the banquet hall articulate the character of
embellishment in the building, further exalting the stately demeanour of the interior.
FORMAL CHAIRS
The formal chairs are typically arranged in a straight row by the walls, overlooking one
another or convenience during the conference events. They are cushioned and well-
qualified for comfort. The red colour of seats radiates strength and power, denoting the
respectable status of the attendees.
CRISS CROSS PATTERN
The criss-cross patterns on the verandah wrap the envelope of the building, emanating
repetition and giving a sense of identity to the Town Hall. The patterns are unique to
the works of the architect as well as to the building. It not only augments the overall
aesthetic appeal of the building, but it also acts as a ventilation device for the rooms
adjacent to the verandahs.
PLANB, IPOH
PERAK, MALAYSIA
Plan B Ipoh occupies an old pre-war building that once housed

a furniture warehouse. Like many of the buildings here that had
fallen into disrepair, it’s now part of the old is new movement
that has made Ipoh such a magnet for chic and trendy cafes
and restaurants. Plan B Ipoh was designed to be a creative
space that would encourage people to eat, linger and to get
inspired.
Plan B Ipoh has taken this disused warehouse with

7,885 square feet transformed and turned into it into
one Ipoh’s most beautiful restaurants. The existing
steel structure of the original building is clearly
exposed to show the heritage of the building. The mix
of modern with the old works so well here that Plan B
Ipoh is yet another event space in Ipoh in which
photographers, especially instagrammers, will go snap
crazy. Birthday parties, baby showers, full moon
parties, corporate events, they are all suitable to be
held here.
SARANGPALOHHERITAGESTAY
PERAK, MALAYSIA
Sarang Paloh is a heritage stay and event hall housed in the
iconic OVERSEA BUILDING and YICK WOH Building, Ipoh. We
take pride in being the result of a heritage restoration project in
the heart of Ipoh Old Town. Our name is a tribute to the history
of Ipoh. "Sarang" is the word for nest in Bahasa Malaysia – a
symbol for a place of rest. Ipoh was fondly remembered as
"Paloh" – a token to the dams that were constructed along the
Kinta River for fishing purposes. Come and experience its
glorious history dating back the 1930, timber flooring and
beautiful high ceiling by spending a few nights at our nests or
by holding an event at our beautiful hall.
“A home away from home to rest and

rejuvenate. Back in the long history of
the building we are housed in and
discover the rich culture of Ipoh Old
Town, all within walking distance of our
humble abode.”
The buildings are also considered architecturally significant as it is

made up of three buildings connected side by side. Looking at
other heritage buildings, you will find most to be connected back-
to-back. Founded in 2014, the owners have put in a careful
consideration into the materials and methods to restore the
building back to its former glory. Sarang Paloh are strategically
located on the historically significant Hugh Low Street (now Jalan
Sultan Iskandar) about 600 m away from the Ipoh Train Station
(super near!) and 15 minutes drive away from the Sultan Azlan
Shah International Airport.
MASJIDSULTANIDRISSHAHII, IPOH
PERAK, MALAYSIA The Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque was Initially, this mosque was named as
inaugurated on 15 September 1978 'State Mosque (Perak)' and was
by Sultan Idris Iskandar Shah II named 'Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque'
(1963-1984), the 33rd Sultan, in in conjunction with the name of
conjunction with the celebration of Sultan Idris Iskandar Shah II who
his 33rd birthday. It is located on a returned to Rahmatullah in 1984.
plot of land of about 2.6 hectares in The idea of building this mosque
the heart of Ipoh. Construction work came from (Allahyarham) Orang
on the mosque began on 16 May Kaya-Kaya Panglima Bukit Gantang
1966, and the foundation stone was Seri Amar Diraja Abdul Wahab in
laid on 27 October 1967 by (the 1951. He who at that time was the
late) Tun Haji Abdul Razak, then Menteri Besar was aware that the
Deputy Prime Minister. This mosque existing mosques in lpoh were not
was completed on 26 August 1968. enough to accommodate all the
congregations. who perform ibadah
at one time such as the great day of
Islam and the ibadah of Friday
prayers.
“It features a post-

Merdeka modernist
architecture which
was the prevalent
architectural
approach after
Malaya gained its
independence from
the British colonial
rule.”
Architecturally the design of Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque is more to

modernist architecture. The two-storey building consists of air-conditioning
to comfortably house more than 2,000 worshippers. What makes this
mosque unique is its 44 domes and its minaret towers at 125 feet. It even
has a lift in the minaret. Intricate and carefully designed mosaic carvings
were imported from Uzbekistan, and the spacious interior emanates a
serene atmosphere.
Each dome sits on an exposed cross drum beam, with a tapered needle
pinnacle. The domes are distributed over the upper tier, where the
clerestory windows are located.
“This building was built based

ISTANASERI KENANGAN, KUALAKANGSAR on original technique with no
PERAK, MALAYSIA use of nails at all.”
This palace was built on the orders of the late Sultan Iskandar Shah
(Marhum Kadasallah) the 30th Sultan of Perak as a temporary residence.
This is because at that time Istana Iskandariah was still under construction.
The late Sultan Iskandar Shah resided at Istana Kenangan from 1931 to
1935. After he moved to Istana Iskandariah, it was used as a Guest
Palace, especially on Royal festivals such as Birthday, inauguration of the
Great People of Perak and other Royal ceremonies. Perak Darul Ridzuan.
The name Istana Kenangan In 1986, Istana Kenangan

was given in the 1960s after was turned into the Kuala
the building was repaired Kangsar Royal Museum
through the efforts of the under the administration of
late Tunku Abdul Rahman the Perak Darul Ridzuan
Putra Al-Haj, the first Prime state government. On 16
Minister of Malaysia. Then November 1986, DYMM
Istana Kenangan was Paduka Seri Sultan of Perak
occupied by the Royal family Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin
of Perak until 1982. The late Shah officiated the Royal
Sultan Idris II agreed to hand Museum of Kuala Kangsar
over Istana Kenangan to be and on 9 March 2009, it
placed under the supervision was gazetted as a Historical
of the Department of Heritage Site.
Museums and Antiquities.
Kellie's castle represents an impressive traditional Malay architecture. The

construction of Istana Kenangan is entirely made of hard wood, with solid
walls and a wooden roof (belian wood) characterized by five combs and
banana combs.
Iron nails (metal nails) were not used in the construction of this Palace of
Remembrance. The castle is decorated with carvings Malay attract and use the
side that is woven with patterns woven traditional Malay.
The building is built on 60 pillars which are approximately 41 meters long and
11 meters wide. The shape of this building when viewed from the air looks
like a sword stored in its sheath.
The middle part above the building is a throne and the ground floor is used as
his official office. The room on the ground floor has a cement floor and the
surrounding area is covered with shutters.
SAMPOHTONGCAVETEMPLE
PERAK, MALAYSIA
Sam Poh Tong or Cavern of Three Precious in a Chinese Buddhist temple built
within a raw limestone cave in the mountains and is one of the oldest, most
famous cave temples in Ipoh. It is also the largest cave temple in Malaysia.
The temple dates to the 1950s and a stiff climb of 246 steps will lead you to
an open cave with a panoramic view of Ipoh and its surroundings. The temple
community of Buddhist nuns and monks who dedicate their lives to the
teachings still occupy the Sam Poh Tong till this day. The temple also offers
visitors the chance to release turtles into its turtle pond as a means of
balancing one's karma.
In front of the temple is a very attractively landscaped garden designed

around a large fish pond. Islands on the pond are embellished with artificial
rock formations perhaps shaped to resemble the Huang Shan mountains of
China. Japanese stone lanterns and pagodas add to the beauty of the garden.
LOST WORLDTAMBUN, IPOH

PERAK, MALAYSIA
Sunway Lost World of Tambun is a 40-acre adventure theme park, hotel and hot
springs complex situated in Malaysia’s third largest city: Ipoh, in the state of
Perak. Surrounded by 400-million-year-old limestone outcrops, Lost World of
Tambun is the only theme park in Southeast Asia combined with natural hot
springs. The theme park and hot springs are open both during the day and the
night for a full day’s worth of adventurous fun. This environmentally conscious,
action-packed wonderland, celebrates Perak’s rich natural surroundings and offers
families and thrill-seekers a chance to learn about Ipoh’s tin-mining cultural
heritage.
“More than just a theme park, it’s a destination!”
Prepare yourself for a fun day out in the sun at the Lost World of;, a wholesome
adventure destination for people of all ages and a theme park unlike any other.
Located in Ipoh city, this theme park is surrounded by nature and situated at the
foot of an ancient 400-million-year-old limestone hill!
ATTRACTIONS AT LOST WORLD OF TAMBUN

WATER PARK
Amidst the heat on hot afternoon days, you can also seek refuge in the Lost
World Water Park. Have a splashing fun time slipping and sliding down the water
rides like Tube Raider and Cliff Racer. Feeling like having some chill time? Head
over to the Adventure River where you can drift away lounging on a rubber tube
down Malaysia’s longest manmade adventure river! There’s also Sandy Bay and
Kids Explorabay, perfect for the little ones and families.
AMUSEMENT PARK
There is also a selection of rides and attractions in their amusement park. You can find
several family-friendly rotating swing rides - Dragon Flights and Giddy Galleon, both
promising a fun swinging time for both kids and adults.
For those seeking more thrill, there’s also Lupe’s Adventure, Perak’s first-ever roller
coaster, and Stormrider, a 180-degree-swinging pirate ship! There’s even a haunted
house, Haunted Chambers, if you’re up for some spooky adventures. But of course, no
amusement park is complete without a merry-go-round!
TIN VALLEY
As an homage to the prominent tin mining history of Ipoh, the park has dedicated a TIGER VALLEY
section to educate and demonstrate the craft of the past to visitors. You can learn how
tin was gathered amongst all the gravel, see artifacts from the past, and more in Ipoh, Tigers are an ever-present national icon in Malaysia - a feline that is the largest of all
“The City that Tin Built”. wild cats and a symbol of bravery, charm and regality. Drop by the Tiger Valley at Lost
World of Tambun and take the opportunity to get up close and personal with these
majestic creatures. Watch in awe as trained rangers at the park conduct feeding
sessions with their Siberian tigers.
PETTING ZOO
From exotic wildlife animals like pythons and hyenas to gentle furry friends like giraffes
and rabbits, Lost World of Tambun Theme Park is also home to a wide variety of
animal species as well. There are many animal encounters you can expect at the
Petting Zoo, such as feeding the cheeky raccoon named Ruby or being surrounded by
feathered friends at Bird Paradise.
ADVENTURES PARK
Tigers are an ever-present national icon in Malaysia - a feline that is the largest of all
wild cats and a symbol of bravery, charm and regality. Drop by the Tiger Valley at Lost
World of Tambun and take the opportunity to get up close and personal with these
majestic creatures. Watch in awe as trained rangers at the park conduct feeding
sessions with their Siberian tigers.
HOT SPRING & SPA
All of the hot spring pools

in the theme park that are
open during the day
continue to be open even
after the sun goes down.
Since it can be too hot in
the afternoon, many
visitors tend to favour
visiting the hot springs
after sunset. Soaking
yourself in the hot water
is truly a treat on those
cold nights.
LUMINIOUS FOREST
Cross the Bridge of Luminosa and be

prepared to be amazed as you enter into
the mysterious and mystical realm of the
Malayana tribe. The Luminous Forest is an
enchanting land dotted with glowing
flowers, magical creatures and mythical
wonders!

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KELLIE’SCASTLE, BATUGAJAH “A lot has

There is a chamber for

BIRCHMEMORIALCLOCKTOWER “On first appearance, Ipoh’s Birch

The Ipoh railway station was initially

Arthur Benson Hubback designed the Ipoh Railway STATION IN A GRANDIOSE,

Ipoh Railway Station is AB Hubback was inspired With his knowledge of

WINDOWS & DOORS

Designed by the Government Architect, Arthur Benison Hubback

BUILDING SPACES GROUND FLOOR

WASHROOMS, STAFFROOM, AND VIP ROOM FIRST FLOOR

Washrooms, staff room

ROOM 6-9 AND TOILETS

The front verandah sits above

The number of arches spotted on

As seen on the Ipoh Town Hall,

Each column is composed of a shaft

Most of the doors and windows

Many different architectural

Most of the door are topped

ROOF DUTCH GABLE ROOF

The Jack roof covers the front part of the building,

DETAILS AND ORNAMENTS

Crystal chandelier are used

GOLD-PAINTED DETAIL ON COLUMN CAPITAL

Located at the entrance

GOLD-PAINTED DOOR HANDLE WALL DETAILS AT FAÇADE

The main entrance The undulating

GOLD-PAINTED DETAIL ON LAMP POST

The details on the lamp

WALL DETAILS AT ROOF

CRISS CROSS PATTERN

Plan B Ipoh occupies an old pre-war building that once housed

Plan B Ipoh has taken this disused warehouse with

“A home away from home to rest and

The buildings are also considered architecturally significant as it is

“It features a post-

Architecturally the design of Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque is more to

“This building was built based

The name Istana Kenangan In 1986, Istana Kenangan

Kellie's castle represents an impressive traditional Malay architecture. The

In front of the temple is a very attractively landscaped garden designed

LOST WORLDTAMBUN, IPOH

“More than just a theme park, it’s a destination!”

ATTRACTIONS AT LOST WORLD OF TAMBUN

HOT SPRING & SPA

All of the hot spring pools

Cross the Bridge of Luminosa and be

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