Perak Cave Temple

Perak Cave Temple is a captivating spiritual haven nestled in the limestone hills of Ipoh, Malaysia. As I entered the temple grounds, I was immediately struck by the serene atmosphere and the impressive architecture that seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings.

The temple's main highlight is the enormous cave that houses various ornate statues and intricate murals depicting Buddhist teachings. The cavernous interior exudes a sense of tranquility, making it an ideal place for meditation and reflection. The play of sunlight filtering through the openings in the cave ceiling adds a mystical touch to the ambiance, enhancing the overall spiritual experience.

Ascending the steep staircase to the cave entrance, I was rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The lush greenery and the distant cityscape create a picturesque backdrop, offering visitors a moment of respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

One of the standout features is the giant golden Buddha statue that stands majestically at the cave's center. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are awe-inspiring, reflecting the dedication of the temple's caretakers to create a place of both religious significance and aesthetic beauty.

While the temple preserves its traditional charm, there are also modern amenities like well-maintained pathways and informational signages that enhance the overall visitor experience. The friendly staff and volunteers are eager to share insights into the temple's history, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural and religious heritage it represents.

In conclusion, Perak Cave Temple is not only a testament to Malaysia's rich cultural tapestry but also a serene retreat for those seeking spiritual solace. Whether you are a devout Buddhist or a curious traveler, this sacred site offers a harmonious blend of natural wonders and cultural treasures that make it a must-visit destination.

This is a do not miss when you’re in Ipoh. The cave is huge and along with many statues of the Buddha there are beautiful paintings all over the walls!
The hike up to the viewpoint is great. It is quite far but there are a few different pagodas along the way if you don’t want to go all the way up. Once you exit the cave the path splits but both lead you up to a flat area. Here there are two paths you can take, the stairs to the right go past a statue and a lower pagoda or the stairs in the building to the left lead all the way to the top(there’s signage that says ‘to the top’). The steps to the top are quite narrow at places but the view is superb, even on a hazy day when I was there. It’s a shame the temple is only open 8-5, would be a nice place for sunrise/sunset.

Temple in a cave. Temperature was cool upon entering with a chill breeze.

Many religious statues on display at different locations and height in the cave.

There were many delicate drawings of deities on cave walls as well.

Well wisher could offer prayers and respect should they wish to.

Special:
A climb to the the peak of the cave. For those more adventurous, 15-25min climb to the top. The big 佛 character on the wall is just the half way mark. The second half is more steep than the first half.

Peak view was definitely worth the climb, view of IPOH. Amazing 😻

Paid parking: attendant rm2

Perak, specifically Ipoh, is renowned for its caves, many of which have been transformed into religious temples. During my recent visit to Perak Cave, I was just as impressed as I was when I first visited at the age of 15. If you find yourself in Ipoh, don't miss the chance to experience this remarkable temple.

Beautiful place to have a short hike to the top. Put in the effort to climb to the furthest gazebo. It has an unobstructed view there. Also, the is the view at the other end of the temple that you have to climb up to as well.
Enjoy!

Buddhist temple build inside a limestone cave. Really calm and quiet. So many statues of Lord Buddha and Chinese Gods. There's a hike of about 1000 stairs to the top of the hill where you can see whole Epoh form the top. There are several view points in the top. You should take your own water if you wish to take that hike.

Such an amazing temple built at the mouth of a huge cave! We climbed up to the very top (about 430 steps give or take) and the view was gorgeous!! It was hot and some steps were questionable but it was worth it for us. In the cave there are a few different buddha statues around. There’s also free tea. We could hear the bats chirping up in the ceiling holes! Very cool

Lovely Place.

A temple in the middle of limestone cave. It is a beautiful temple which maximally use the attributes of a limestone cave. The cave’s have lot of level and rooms which decorated with religion relics (e.g. sculpture, painting etc.).

If you enough fit than you can go the top of the hill inside the cave on 400 stairs. You find two pagodas there.

But, if you are not enough fit than miss the climbing. You had seen the most beautiful part already.

The temple’s community is very kind and provide you free fresh tea in the cool, shadow. Please, support them with a small amount and you will hear voice of thanks drum.

A pleasant visit to the Perak Cave temple. The highlight of this cave temple was hiking up to the top but we stopped at midpoint as my boy was already tired. It was a good exercise though. We fed the fish in the pond before leaving for lunch.

Beautiful, traditional and peaceful cave temple in northern side of Ipoh.

The weather outside was very humid, but the moment we stepped in we could feel the humidity vanish and were greeted by a continuous gush of wind.

Some beautiful statues and there is a steady stream of worshippers. You can also climb to the very top and we did it in the afternoon heat. The climb takes about 30 minutes - be careful since some of the steps are very narrow.

View from the top is nice, though mostly the industrial part of Ipoh is visible. We also wanted to engage the fortune teller, but was very busy with another group and after waiting for 20-odd minutes we decided to leave.

Lots of sweet dogs in the premises - they are friendly and taken care of by the temple staff.

There is a small shop outside the temple (within the premises) manned by a friendly old lady who outside sells sweet pomelo and that helped us cool down after the hike.

Very beautiful, serene Buddhist temple. Highly recommended if you into temple and cave.
You can walk up little bit hike to reach top of the mountain. Monkeys are there, they seem friendly, haven’t encountered any issues with them. Free tea is offered as well.
Inside cave is pretty chill too.

Interesting natural feature and a good hike to the top pagodas. Fortune teller is well known for the year’s readings. Bring your birthdate and time.

Free entrance. Beautiful cave temple. You can have a beautiful view of Ipoh after a bit hard hike. (There may be about 500 or more steps to thetop)

Perak Cave is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Malaysia's natural wonders and cultural heritage

Visit this one of temple cave in ipoh, so amazing this place. Really worth

Free entrance.
Beautiful cave temple and chilled environment.
You may climb to the top where there is a gazebo to rest and enjoy the view, before 4pm.
Lighting lamps to pray for blessings also avaible for few choices and price.

Nice view but some of the steps to the top view are really small so be careful not to slip (if it rains) or fall down.

Absolutely worth the trip. Like all other temples also this one is free.

I suggest going early in the morning (I went at 9.30) to avoid going to the top under the hot sun at noon. Climb time is from 9:00 to 16:00. The cave itself is beautiful and filled with majestic statues. In the back of the cave you will find steps that lead to the top of the limestone rock. It is a 15 minutes walk to the top but it’s totally worth the effort. Up there you will have the best view over the surrounding area.

I think that usually an hour would be enough, but I spent almost 2 hours there. I’ve explored every single path, chilled on the top for at least 15 minutes and talked with a friendly Japanese couple.

We really enjoyed this cave. It is free parking and free entry. There is free tea and chairs to sit inside the cave to enjoy the cool from the heat outside. There are different parts of the cave you can visit with multiple shrines & there is also over 300 steps up to the top for a variety of different view points over Ipoh.

Really exceeded my expectations. Didn't know beforehand you could reach the top of the mountain, or I'd have worn proper shoes instead of slippers. Went up to the midway point (didn't take long, arnd 10-15 min). Views were beautiful.