Friday 7 December 2012

Plants Preservation Site---Taman Negara, Malaysia at a glance


Size                  : 4,343 sq km
Highest Point : Gunung Tahan (2,187 meters)
Flora Fauna    : Over 10,000 species of plants, 250 kind of birds. Local mammals include mouse deer, barking deer,   

                            wild ox, and numerous monkey species. Tapir, elephant, leopard and tiger also present, though not             
                            easy to spot. 
Activities           : Jungle-trekking, white-water rafting, fishing, guided nature walks



Taman Negara (National Park) straddles the borders of KelantanTerengganu and Pahang in Peninsular Malaysia. A totally protected area of 4,343 sq km, Taman Negara is one of the world's oldest tropical rain forests. The diversity of its fauna and flora is a result of undisturbed evolution over 130 million years.

Taman Negara is a particularly favorable destination for trekking, as the park's remarkable biodiversity is matched by a good network of jungle trails and the availability of expert guides. The park is also noted for fishing, especially along the upper reaches of the Tahan or Kenyam rivers, and for rafting the rapids of Sungai Tembeling.

Peninsular Malaysia's highest mountain, Gunung Tahan (2,187 meters), is located in Taman Negara, and climbing the mountain is an unforgettable experience. Due to the scarcity of water along the route, the journey must be done in two stages, and an experienced guide is compulsory. At least three days are required for the journey to the summit and back.




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