We were finally off to Ipoh, with one exciting destination in mind—Kellie’s Castle. After the long drive, we were getting closer and closer, and there was a real sense of excitement knowing that we were about to see this famous historical landmark.
And finally… I’m here! It felt great to finally stand in front of the castle after hearing and seeing so much about it. The mysterious old ruins, unfinished walls, and European-style architecture immediately caught our attention, making the long journey worthwhile.
We took our time exploring the grounds, wandering through the historic remains and soaking up the atmosphere. It was fascinating to imagine the stories behind this remarkable place. After such a long drive, arriving at Kellie’s Castle was definitely a highlight of our Ipoh adventure—and one more memorable place checked off our travel list!
Our visit to Ipoh included a stop related to one of Malaysia’s beloved cartoonists, Lat. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance to visit Lat’s Gallery as Mom needed my attention, so we had to keep our visit brief.
Still, I was happy that we managed to visit the little house where Lat lived before. It was a simple but meaningful stop, giving us a glimpse into the surroundings that were once part of his early life and inspiration.
Although I missed out on exploring Lat’s Gallery this time, visiting his former home was still special. Sometimes, even a short stop can leave a lasting impression—and perhaps this gives me a good reason to return to Ipoh someday and visit the gallery properly!
No visit to Ipoh is truly complete without trying its famous bean sprout chicken! After all the sightseeing and travelling around, it was finally time to enjoy one of Ipoh’s most iconic dishes.
The tender chicken, paired with those wonderfully crunchy and juicy Ipoh bean sprouts, made for a simple yet incredibly satisfying meal. Of course, we couldn’t leave Ipoh without giving this local favourite a try. So we made our way to Lou Wang Bean Sprout Chicken Rice for a taste of this local favourite.
It was the perfect way to experience a little taste of Ipoh’s food culture. After all, you can visit the castles, explore the old streets, and see the sights—but when in Ipoh, bean sprout chicken is a must! Another delicious memory added to our Ipoh adventure.
