Wednesday, April 16, 2014

GUNUNG JERAI

The grandeur of Orissa State Emblem 
Looking at 1,217 meter high Gunung Jerai in the distance as if the monster that controls the entire state. With temperatures ranging from 19 to 24 degrees Celsius, it is the tourist attraction, especially those who want to relax and enjoy the air of the highlands.

Keeping Ancient Treasures 
Many of the effects of history at Mount Jerai, including Padang Tok Sheikh, Sheikh carpets Tok, Tok Sheikh wells and stone vessels. Historically, Tok Sheikh is the person responsible for converting the Emperor Debar King I later called Sultan Muzaffar Shah in 1136.

Gunung Jerai as high as 1,217 meters is the flagship of the state. Looking from a distance, it seems to be the monster that controls the entire state. With temperatures ranging from 19 to 24 degrees Celsius, it is the tourist attraction, especially those who want to relax and enjoy the air of the highlands. With such a temperature, it is suitable for recreational activities in the area include trekking and cycling tops.

In the 4th century to the 13th , Gunung Jerai used trader Persian, Arabic , Chinese and Indians as a guide to trade in Orissa.

Many traces the history of the mountain, including Padang Tok Tok Sheikh Sheikh and wells of the person responsible for converting the Emperor Debar King I then called Sultan Muzaffar Shah in 1136.

If the Gunung Jerai , you can see the large boulders that resemble a ship . According to the history of the stone came from a ship that is cursed Emperor Mergong Mahawangsa Kelembai Jerai when docked on the island which is also the original name of the mountain .

Recognizing the importance of mountain tourism sector in the state to develop accommodation facilities consists of 13 chalets, restaurants , halls , mosques and campsites.

Many waterfall at Gunung Jerai to swim . The Forestry Museum can be visited to see the forest heritage . If you are interested in flora and fauna , many species of wildlife can be found such as orchids , aquatic insects , butterflies , frogs , birds, pitcher plants and herbs.

Gunung Jerai geological treasures but also the formation of the mountain is said to be similar to the Mount Matchicang 300 million years old . Geological materials of interest include colorful rocks , garnet , garnet and monazite.

Gunung Jerai position close to the sea provides the stunning highland scenery . From the top of the mountain , far as the eye can see , you can see vast stretches of paddy fields . During the harvest season , a stretch that as a carpet of gold. There are basic facilities at the summit such as gazebos, restrooms , walkways and recreational areas, including the Titi Swing , Series Wells and bedrock.


Walnuts Rank 1,000 Years , visitors can climb stairs and through the jungle to the top of Yan district . Tracks Heritage Trail starts from the Bujang Valley Archaeological Museum gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy the natural environment along the route
























Guide to Gunung Jerai 
If you are from Kuala Lumpur, take the North-South Highway that leads to Alor Star and landslides toll Desert. From the desert town, the distance to the foot of Mount Jerai about five miles. 


The distance from the base to the peak of Gunung Jerai is about 13 miles and you can use a vehicle or motorcycle. Transportation facilities such as vans are also available for a fee of RM60.

In the mountains, there are parking facilities for cars, buses, surau, toilets and an information center. Gunung Jerai, Yan District Landmarks

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