Ipoh
Derived from: a tree named Ipoh
Origin:
Old name for the town (city today) was
Paloh - which means pool of still waters. Dams were built along the
Kinta River that flows through Ipoh. Due to these structures, pools were
formed and they became popular fishing spots.
Famous for:
o Steam
chicken and bean sprouts
o Cave temples
o Tin mines (in the past)
Country: Malaysia
State: Perak
(Capital of Perak)
