Fuh ….what a week-end we had! It was quite a fun, exhilarating and exhaustive weekend especially for my kids. We have visited 3 different places, 2 around Selangor and 1 in KL. We went to FRIM in Kepong, Sungai Tekala in Ulu Langat and KLCC.
FRIM – Forest Research Institute Malaysia
I had always wanted to visit this place since a few years back when my good friend, CK, told me that it was a highly recommended place for a family get-together thingie.
We tried to go there once a few months back but unfortunately at that time, it was raining like cats & dogs with occasion thunders. We ended up having a cup of teh tarik (click here to see how we, Malaysian like our tea being served) and buns at a small Malay stall just outside of the main gate.
Anyway, this time we did manage to visit the place. It is a good family–get-together place especially if you like to jog or walk, camp, meditate under the tree or just for the love of surrounded by nature. I was quite surprise and impressed with the well planned “township”. This place is huge and green!
First place we stop by was the playground…. got to let the kids release their “energy”. Here’s what “restraint-in-the-car-for-an-hour” would do your princess … “monkeying”.
We then had our tea at Malay Tea House Restaurant for a cup of “Misai Kucing” as in Cat Whiskers. This is a picture of "Misai Kucing" flower. See the resemblance? It was recommended by the waitress. Apparently, it is a favorite amongst Malay tea lovers as it helps to reduce cholesterol, body heatiness etc. can’t remember much as I just wanted to try something new and besides, she mentioned the magic word - "lowering cholesterol". mmm .... no need to think twice. Anything that lowers cholesterol will be a plus point to me. Well, not sure if it helps my cholesterol with just a few cups but it definitely taste good and quench my thirst.
It was a quite a hot day, so we just drove around the area. We didn’t really have the chance to “feel” the whole place and because of this, personally, I think FRIM is a just “so-so” place to visit. I know I know... its not fair comment but that's how i felt.
Hey, it’s way past 1am. Need to get my sleep. I’ve got an important appointment first thing in the morning. I’ll share with you the other 2 great places we visited ... with great pics too. Stay tune.
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