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Perak Tong is one of the major cave temples in Ipoh. Located along Jalan Kuala Kangsar north of the North-South Expressway Interchange, it was established by a local Buddhist monk in 1926.

The entrance of the cave temple takes you into incense-filled caverns with gigantic Buddha statues. There is a constant stream of worshippers with lit joss sticks. The cave walls are painted with images of Buddhist saints, warriors and guardians.


Perak Tong
Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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 Steep steps take you up to viewpoints high up in the cave. There are narrow passages as well as several levels of stairs to climb.

Outside Perak Tong is a man-made pond with the statue of the goddess of mercy. The pond is decorated with pavilions, weeping willows and arches.


Seated Buddha within Perak Tong
Seated Buddha within Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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Buddhist statues in Perak Tong
Buddhist statues in Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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Stairway at Perak Tong
Stairway at Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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Pond outside Perak Tong
Pond outside Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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Drum Tower at Perak Tong
Drum Tower at Perak Tong (31 January 2006)
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