Perlis is full of beautiful countryside and great views - from the panoramic limestone hills of Bukit Chabang and its iconic twin peaks to the popular sport climbing routes of Bukit Kegitri, Bukit Chuping and Bukit Jeni.
Thailand to the north and Kedah to the south, the smallest and northernmost state of Peninsular Malaysia is also home to several forest reserves located in the Naka Bay Range – the oldest continuous limestone range in Peninsular Malaysia near the Thai border, dating back to 2More than 500 million years ago.
Head to the Wong Ke Lian Observation Deck for a picturesque vantage point with a bird's-eye view of Perlis' stunning green hills, sea of clouds, and rice fields. Enjoy a day of culinary adventure in a fishing village in Kuala Perlis, where there is a seafood hub called Kompleks Makanan Laut Negeri Perlis (Komalaut).
For a unique dining experience, head to Ladang Nipah Kipli in Kuala Samlang for local delicacies and drinks such as Laksa Perlis and Nira Nipah (palm juice), surrounded by palm trees. Sample a variety of delicious kampong dishes at Anjung Keli in Kangar or soft and fluffy kappati bread with curry at Capati Arau.
And let's not forget the unique sweetness of mango, harumanis perlis, which has acquired a trademark, is eaten with glutinous rice and is known as pulut mangga.
Nowadays, Perlis is not only known for its popular stopover for shopping in the Padang Bebu Free Zone near the Malaysian-Thai border. So, if discovering awe-inspiring views in a natural rural setting is just a great way to spend your day, the many attractions in Perlis are undoubtedly incredible.