Taman Negara
Taman Negara is a national park in Peninsular Malaysia. It was established in 1938/1939 as the King George V National Park after Theodore Hubback lobbied the sultans of Pahang, Terengganu and Kelantan to set aside a piece of land that covers the three states for the creation of a protected area. After independence, it was renamed Taman Negara, which means "national park" in Malay. Taman Negara has a total area of 4,343 km2 and it is one of the world's oldest deciduous rainforests, estimated to be more than 130 million years old.
| Taman Negara | |
|---|---|
| King George V National Park | |
View of Sungai Tembeling from atop the canopy walkway. | |
| Location | |
| Nearest city | Kuala Tembeling |
| Coordinates | 4°42′N 102°28′E |
| Area | 4,343 km2 (1,677 sq mi) |
| Established | 1938/1939 |
| Governing body | Department of Wildlife and National Parks |
Attractions found near Kuala Tahan (where the Park headquarters for Pahang is located) include a canopy walkway, the Gua Telinga cave system, and the Lata Berkoh rapids. Visitors can experience the tropical rainforest, birdwatching or jungle trekking (e.g. Tenor Rentis) and the river views along the Tahan River, with many local resorts and hotels for visitors located nearby.