Destination 15 - Bukit Tinggi, Pahang

Bukit Tinggi is located at Pahang. It is over one hour drives from Kuala Lumpur City centre and to get there, we can use South North Highway. It lies on about 2,500 feet above sea level. Over there we can feel how the north-eastern village in France in back to the 16th century. There is a place called Colmar Tropicale that serve us the replica of collection buildings from France. The French themed resort was opened in July 2000 and it is surrounded with lush tropical forest land. There also have clock tower at the entrance welcomes the visitor. With the price of RM16 for adults and RM8 for children under twelve, you can enjoy the various entertainment in Colmar Tropicale. 

There is a theme hotel made up of eight blocks of architectural wonder and each of it have own unique style. The buildings itself have colourful roof tiles to cobblestone ground. The hotel has several outlets where you can dine in the French way. The central to the village is Colmar Square where the aroma of the blooms will touch your senses. There are also have fountains and park benches in the square for relaxation. There are also have 17 theme shops in the themed resort. You can do many activities such as the drawbridge reminiscent of ancient castles, clock tower with an original cuckoo bird clock, and the viewing tower complements the ambiance.

There is live bands and snake performances that will entertain the visitors on a stage and a clown juggles balls and pins, rides on his cycle, hops around playing tricks and acting merry. Visitors can feel the authentic French food  that is served from sidewalk cafes and restaurants. The tables are placed strategically around the square so you can enjoy a meal while taking in the ambiance.

Over there also have Rabbit Park and children  can enjoy playing with the rabbits. The Japanese Village also build in Bukit Tinggi and can make us feel the Japanese culture. The Japanese Village is located at 3,500 feet above sea level. It encompasses a Japanese Tea House, Sakura and Ume Tatami Suites, and a Botanical Garden. An hour long authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony conducted by Kimono clad ladies can be observed at the Japanese Tea House located within a Japanese garden with mini waterfalls and a pond of colourful Koi.

A one kilometre walk path built on four acres of virgin forest lies the Botanical Garden. Here amidst lush greenery, one can appreciate the sight of multi coloured and multi shaped floral and fauna, hear the call of birds and monkeys, insects buzzing and the fragrance of the growing forest. Signs with names and information snippets of trees, plants and flowers were put up for visitors.