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Perlis to Batu Gajah

Updated: March 13, 2024 09:49 AM
Batu Gajah

Perlis to Batu Gajah - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

This guide will provide you with all the information you need to plan your trip from Perlis to Batu Gajah.

Language

The official languages of Malaysia are Malay, English, Mandarin, and Tamil. However, in Perlis, the predominant language is Malay.

Currency

The official currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). It is recommended to exchange your currency before arriving in Malaysia.

Distance

The distance between Perlis and Batu Gajah is approximately 400 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Batu Gajah from Perlis.

  • By car: The journey by car takes approximately 5 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus operators that offer services between Perlis and Batu Gajah. The journey by bus takes approximately 6 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Perlis and Batu Gajah. However, you can take a train to Butterworth and then transfer to a bus to Batu Gajah. The journey by train and bus takes approximately 7 hours.

Expenses

The cost of your trip will vary depending on your travel style and budget.

  • Accommodation: A basic hotel room in Batu Gajah costs around MYR 50 per night.
  • Food: A meal at a local restaurant costs around MYR 10.
  • Transportation: A bus ticket from Perlis to Batu Gajah costs around MYR 30.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Batu Gajah is during the dry season, which runs from March to October.

What to Eat

Batu Gajah is known for its delicious food. Some of the must-try dishes include:

  • Nasi lemak: A fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and served with various side dishes.
  • Satay: Grilled meat skewers served with a peanut sauce.
  • Laksa: A spicy noodle soup.

Where to Go

There are several places to visit in Batu Gajah.

  • Kellie's Castle: A unfinished castle built by a Scottish planter in the early 1900s.
  • Gua Tempurung: A large limestone cave with a river flowing through it.
  • Cameron Highlands: A hill station with tea plantations and waterfalls.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Perlis to Batu Gajah.

  • What is the visa requirement for Malaysia? Citizens of most countries do not need a visa to enter Malaysia for stays of up to 90 days.
  • What is the weather like in Batu Gajah? The weather in Batu Gajah is tropical, with hot and humid days and warm nights.
  • What is the currency exchange rate? The current currency exchange rate is 1 MYR = 0.24 USD.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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