Steam, Serenity & Stone: My Ipoh Highlights in One Day

Ipoh, you absolute stunner. I came for the dim sum, but stayed for the serenity. 💥 Started my day at the legendary Canning Dim Sum — where the steam never stops and neither does my appetite. From har gao to siew mai, I basically ate my weight in dumplings and had zero regrets. 10/10 would unbutton my jeans again for that prawn chee cheong fun. 🥢🔥 Next stop: Qing Xin Ling Leisure & Cultural Village — a hidden paradise nestled between dramatic limestone cliffs, emerald lakes, and vintage vibes. Rode a trishaw, fed some fish, and mentally moved into one of those kampung-style huts. It’s giving old-school Malaysia meets storybook magic. 🌿🚲✨ Wrapped the day with a soul-refreshing visit to Kek Lok Tong — a temple so serene, it feels like the mountains are whispering peace into your bones. Giant caverns, golden Buddhas, and that gorgeous reflection pond? A spiritual spa day I didn’t know I needed. 🕊️💛 Ipoh, you’ve officially stolen a piece of my heart — and possibly a few calories. Will I be back? Absolutely. And I’m bringing bigger pants. #summervacay #ipohtravel #travel #dimsum