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INTERESTING PLACE IN Crocker Range in East Malaysia
TASIK CHINIPEKAN, PAHANG:

NAME: MUHAMMAD AKMAL BIN MOHD
SHAARI
CLASS: 6B3
SCHOOL AT: SEKOLAH MENENGAH
KEBANGSAAN TENGKU ABDULLAH, 26600,
PEKAN, PAHANG.

STORY AND INFORMATION ABOUT TASIK CHINI
LOCATED IN PEKAN, PAHANG, MALAYSIA

Located about 85 kilometres from Kuantan, Lake Chini is Malaysia's second biggest natural freshwater
lake, with an area of 12.565 acres; Lake Chini consists of 13 interconnecting water bodies, each with its
own charateristics. Historians believe that Lake Chini is the site of an ancient Khmer city but the local
folks, on the other hand, believe that the mysterious lake is guarded by a Loch Ness type monster named
Naga Sri Gumum . There were reports of occasional sightings of the monster but unfortunately they were
not scientifically proven.

Lake Chini is blessed with vast treasures of nature, which is rich in biological resources. There are 138
species of territorial flora, 300 species of non-aquatic vertebrates and 144 species of freshwater fish.
Thousand of white and pink water lilies will emerge on the lake from August through September,
transforming the lake into a floating multi-coloured garden.

On the fringe of the lake, especially at Kampung Gumum, there is a large concentration of the aborigines
of the Jakun tribe. They still live their old traditional ways and fine woodcarvings and blowpipes are
available to visitors.

Legends... Illustration only

Close to Pahang River and west of Pekan,
stretches lake Tasik Chini . There are many
legends circulating about it... Some say that it was
once inhabited by a creature called Naga, a
monster who was killed by cannon fire by the
English during the colonial era, others claim that
sheltered in its depths are man-eating fish, no
less; while others still, tell the story of a buried
citadel: the inhabitants of old chose to sink their
city under water rather than surrender. Be that as
it may, lake Tasik Chini is spellbinding and on its
waters, the nature enthusiast will spend
countless hours...

EXPERIENCE IT ALL
And find the heard of tasik chini

Some activities that you can
do in Tasik Chini:

1. A Visit to Tasik Chini Research Centre

The centre is a one-stop centre for
conservationists and for visitors looking for
more information about the lake and its flora
and fauna. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's
field station at Tasik Chini is a research hub
dedicated to the preservation and monitoring
of the ecological site.

2.Boat Ride

Visitors to the lake can take the boat from the
jetty at Tasik Chini Resort for a boat ride to
discover the 12 different lakes and visit the
Orang Asli settlement at Puput Village. Here
you can see the Blowpipe demonstration or
even try it yourself. There are some souvenirs
like mini Blowpipe, comb and necklace made
of bamboo to bring back home.

For those who are coming from Kampong
Belimbing/Kuala Chini jetty the boat journey
for half an hour along the winding Chini
River under canopy of giant tropical trees is
mesmerizing. Lotus flower are blooming
every where around the lake. You may pick
one but not all and during hot day ask the
boatman to make a hat out of lotus leaf.

3.Trek Away

The area surrounding Tasik Chini offers a few exciting
routes for jungle trekking and terrains suitable for
four-wheel drive challenge. Experienced guides are
also on hand to guide visitors to Terapai and Mentagan
Waterfalls or even a hike up to Chini Mountain. There
are also facilities to explore the 12 lakes as well as
camping sites for those who like to stay outdoor.

4. Homestay

To experience what it feels like to live by the river, opt for a stay at
Homestay Kampung Baru Salong, situated on the southern bank of
the Pahang River

5. Fishing

It is one of the most popular activity at Tasik Chini. The best time for
fishing is betwen November to January when rainy seasons increase
the volume of the lake.