Negeri Sembilan’s 9 Unique Attractions

Negeri Sembilan is quite underrated compared to other destinations in Malaysia. Due to this, people do not often appreciate the state’s uniqueness of this state, which is rich in Minangkabau customs, including nature, traditional food, and heritage. In this article, let’s see some of the places you can visit in Negeri Sembilan.

• Centipede Temple, Seremban

Centipede Temple – located along Jalan Temiang in the Northern part of Seremban – sits on a ridge at the top of Bukit Jung and offers a breathtaking view. Mind you, travellers need to climb 264 steps to reach the top. The original name of the temple is Then Tze Temple but given the nickname Centipede Temple based on the legend involving a young man who was turned into a ‘rock ship’ as punishment by God for committing sin towards his mother. Thereafter, members of the public always find a centipede around the rock, believed to be the reincarnation of the mother. The temple also has other amazing and historical religious statues.

• Masjid Sri Sendayan

Just completed in late 2019 and located near Bandar Seri Sendayan, this mosque is known as the Taj Mahal of Malaysia by those who have seen it with their own eyes due to the combination of the mosque’s white colour façade set against the blue sky and green surroundings. The mosque also looks splendid at night and its interiors are graced by wood carvings and beautiful Arabic calligraphy. Able to accommodate up to 5,000 worshippers at any one time, this mosque is open for visitors every day. Travellers are advised to come between Mondays and Thursdays to avoid the crowd.

• Seremban Cultural Complex

This is the place for you to go if you were trying to learn more about the culture and heritage of Negeri Sembilan. This complex comprises three buildings: the Negeri Sembilan House; the State Museum; and Ampang Tinggi Palace. Besides culture, you can also admire the Minangkabau distinctive traditional architecture, which has the roof likened to the shape of buffalo horn. Inside the complex, you can also find vintage photographs, silverware, traditional costumes, and artefacts. Admission is free.

• Gunung Datuk Recreational Forest

Being 880 metres above sea level, Gunung Datuk Recreational Forest is located within the hill dipterocarp forest called Tampin Forest Reserve, about 10 kilometres away from Tampin town. Some activities you can do here are hiking, jungle trekking, camping and picnicking. Many climbers love this site, which is rich in flora and fauna. There are also trails for hiking, biking, running and more. At the top of Gunung Datuk, travellers will be greeted by the cooling breeze and breathtaking view. This is one of the places in Negeri Sembilan where you can find remarkably pristine nature.

• Sky Ladder Pineapple Farm

Pineapple lovers should come to this place! Sky Ladder Pineapple Farm offers an amazing agrotourism experience through activities related to local farm life. Consisting of more than sixty thousand pineapple trees, travellers can gain knowledge about the cycle of planting and harvesting pineapples. There is also a corn plantation where you can try picking and harvesting your own corn, including savouring freshly picked corn. Mini animal petting farm is available too and visitors get to feed farm animals like sheep, ducks, and geese, suitable for educating children about animals. There are even all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and bicycle rides available in this farm. Travellers can take Instagram-worthy photos as well at a decorative ladder leading to the sky. Ultimately, travellers get to buy fresh pineapple, coconut, and banana juice here. The entry fee is RM10 per adult and RM5 per child.

• Uncle Wong Happy Farm

This place is located in Kampung Sri Parit, Lukut and surrounded by rich and variegated natural landscape, perfect for outdoor activities such as ATV rides, kayaking, pedal-boating, camping, fishing, and barbeque session with family and friends. There are also animals like rabbits and tortoises that children might find entertaining. Additionally, there is a stingless bee farm producing delicious freshly harvested natural honey that you can purchase on the spot. For those who want to take Instagram-worthy photos, there are several spots available in this farm that are nice for your photo session.

• Plantzania Ninja Park

This place is an edu-eco science hub combining education, outdoor activities and nature learning for students and parents. Plantzania provides a space for everyone to spend a wonderful time together while enjoying the natural harmonious surroundings using the 5F (Farming, Foresting, Fun, Fantasy, and Fascinating) concept. Parents can join their children in planting trees, harvesting fruits, observing and gaining insights regarding plants, animals, insects, and microorganisms in the biological world. This is a nice and fun place to learn and have fun while on vacation.

• Jeram Toi Waterfall

Jeram Toi Waterfall is perfect for relaxing. Located in Berembang Forest Reserve, and only 28 kilometres from Seremban, the main attraction here is the four-tier waterfall and trekking trail to Telapak Buruk Mountain. There are 50 camping spots complete with facilities such as toilet, praying area, changing room and boardwalk for campers’ convenience. You do not have to worry about food here as there are plenty of food stalls available. Children can also enjoy their time here since there is a swimming pool with water slide for them to have fun. 

• Sak Dato Temple

This temple is quite interesting because it is built around 140 years ago and set against a mountainous backdrop. The temple is meant for worshipping the famous mighty Monkey God, Sun Wukong. This beautiful temple is huge even though it is in a small town. As you walk up to the top, you can see a huge standing statue of Sun Wukong. This temple is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. If you want to take in the breathtaking scenery, you can climb up a staircase that leads to an ornamental arch called “The Dragon Gate”, which shows the view around the temple. You can go to the other side of the hill too by using the suspension bridge or walking up a short trail to Sun Ku Kong at the other side of the bridge.

Additional Attraction: Tanjung Tuan

Tanjung Tuan or Cape Rachado is a nature reserve located 18 kilometres from Port Dickson town. This place is a gazetted wildlife sanctuary featuring a historical lighthouse on its summit, picturesque bay, and a fantastic view of Port Dickson’s coastline. This place is also a popular birdwatching spot. At the base of Cape Rachado, there are Blue Lagoon and Pantai Cermin, both located directly opposite each other before the entrance. Visitors may hike through the jungle and scramble down the slopes to reach isolated beaches. Beware of insects, mammals and birds as you trek through to the forest since the area is fairly rich with wildlife. Interestingly, Tanjung Tuan is an area belonging to Melaka, not Negeri Sembilan.

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