Pulau Pangkor is an island off the coast of Perak in north-west peninsular Malaysia. It has a land area of only 8 square kilometers, and a population of approximately 25,000 islanders. It is heavily promoted as a low-key tourist destination by the Malaysian government, but fishing and fish products remain major industries.
The name Pangkor is said to be originated from the Thai word Pang Ko which means 'beautiful island'. Others believe it may be a memorial to Pang Kui, a legendary Chinese adventurer said to have lent his skills in seamanship to the bands of pirates this island once sheltered.
Besides, it is a thriving tourist attraction with wonderful offerings of its pristine beaches on the western coastline. Among the popular beaches are Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden Sands Beach), Pasir Bogak Beach, Teluk Nupah, Pulau Sembilan and Pangkor Laut.
Dutch Fort (Kota Belanda)
Foo Ling Kong Temple
Little Great Wall of ChinaOther attraction on the islands include The Chinese Fishing Village, Dutch Fort (Kota Belanda), Pangkor Town, Sacred Rock (Batu Bersurat), Foo Ling Kong Temple & Little Great Wall of China, Lin Ye Kong Temple and Kali Temple.
How to get there
By road: Access by road via the North -South highway to Lumut. If travelling from the south, exit at Gopeng interchange and turn left after Pangkor/Sitiawan/Batu Gajah signboard. Upon arrival in Lumut, you can see a ferry service counter there. Parking space are available here.
By Air: Berjaya Air offer 4flights weekly from Kuala Lumpur (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun) - 35minutes from Subang Airport.
Please click on the link below for more details.
Welcome to Pangkor Island
Cuti Malaysia, Pangkor Island, Perak
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