Recently, Nilai 3 has definitely been such a highly anticipated topic that being discussed by many people in Malaysia. There is actually nothing to be denied about that fact because Nilai 3 is really an exciting place to be visited if we ever been to Nilai. According to a statement, ‘Nilai 3’ is considered as one of the largest wholesale markets ever built in Malaysia. This wholesale market town is located in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan.
Little did many people in Malaysia know, there are actually many other amazing places to be visited in Nilai other than just Nilai 3. For example, these are 5 other interesting places to visit in Nilai if you have step your foot here.
1) Dataran Nilai
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You can hang out and relax and catch the wind at Dataran Nilai. It is not difficult to find the location of Dataran Nilai. It is located in the heart of Nilai City Center with a clock tower as a landmark. Parking here is also quite easy as there are many parking spaces available. In addition to the clock tower, in Dataran Nilai, there is also a children’s playground. If you come with a small child, you can pay by playing hereafter they accompany you shopping all day. Interestingly, in Dataran Nilai, there is also a handicraft center that features buildings such as houses in Kuala Pilah, Rembau, and Jempol, a mini-amphitheater, and a football field. The landscape in Dataran Nilai is also very interesting if you are the type who likes to take selfies and check in on social media. Here there are also stalls for you to dine in. If you come here at night, the atmosphere is more attractive with colorful lights.
2) Hutan Lipur Lenggeng
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The next place of interest in Nilai is the Hutan Lipur Lenggeng located within the Lenggeng Forest Reserve. The uniqueness of this amenity forest is due to its natural rapids and small ponds, coupled with the unique and interesting natural life and plants such as ferns, various types of wild orchids, insects, and birds that fly here. Among the activities you can do here are:
- Relax while seeing the beauty of nature
- Bathing
- Swim
- Have a picnic
- Barbeque
- Jungle trekking
- For lovers of flora and fauna, you can take a walk in this forest reserve while seeing the richness of flora and fauna that is sure to be impressive.
3) Taman Awam Nilai
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You can also relax in Taman Awam Nilai. The park with an area of 4 hectares is the focus of the public because there are various interesting attractions here such as:
- 1-kilometer long jogging track
- Children playground
- Stretching sports equipment
- Sepak takraw court
- Basketball court
- Football field
Interestingly in Taman Awam Nilai, there is a granite mural that displays information about the six Prime Ministers of Malaysia. As you relax and take in the fresh air here, you can add general knowledge about the beloved country of Malaysia.
4) Kelab Kemayan 1388
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The next interesting place in Nilai is Kelab Kemayan 1388 which is a medium-class golf club. This 9-hole golf club is suitable for those who are new to learning to play golf. If you have never played golf, why don’t you try to play golf here? The fee charged is also very cheap at RM 44.00 for Monday to Friday and RM 54.00 for Saturday and Sunday. Apart from the golf course, other facilities at Kelab Kemayan 1388 include:
- Clubhouse
- Restaurant
- Driving range
- Swimming pool
- Badminton court
- Squash
- Tennis court
- Ping pong table
5) Homestay Kampung Pelegong
Picture: Homestay Pelegong
Homestay Kampung Pelegong is not like other homestays in Malaysia. Usually, if you go to a homestay, it is a private house that is rented to the public, like a hotel. It means a house to stay. But Homestay Kampung Pelegong offers more than just accommodation. If you come here, you have the opportunity to see a variety of interesting activities such as:
- Making handicrafts
- Traditional games such as long poles, congkak, konda kondi
- Play kompang
- Rubber tapping
- Make traditional cakes
- Raise freshwater fish
- Make bread
- River bathing
- Fishing
Sources: Majlis Perbadaran Nilai, Majlis Bandaraya Seremban.
