Lenggong Valley Launches Global Tourism Push in Paris
The Lenggong Tourism Council has officially launched an international promotion initiative in Paris to boost the profile of the Lenggong UNESCO Global Geopark and the Lenggong UNESCO World Heritage site in Malaysia. This strategic move aims to attract international travelers and generate economic benefits for Perak and Malaysia. The initiative aligns with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign under the theme 'Surreal Experiences,' targeting 43 million visitors. High-level institutional support includes the presence of Perak Menteri Besar YB Dato' Seri Saarani Mohamad and representatives from Hulu Perak district and the Lenggong Municipal Council. Lenggong is uniquely recognized as both a UNESCO Global Geopark and a World Heritage site, boasting 39 geological sites and 21 cultural and heritage sites. The region holds archaeological significance with human presence dating back 1.83 million years, evidenced by discoveries at Bukit Bunuh and Kota Tampan. The area offers diverse attractions including caves, galleries featuring the Perak Man, and natural wonders like Mini Amazonia in Kampung Beng.
Key facts
- Lenggong Tourism Council launched international promotion in Paris.
- Lenggong is both a UNESCO Global Geopark and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- The initiative supports Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign targeting 43 million visitors.
- Perak Menteri Besar YB Dato' Seri Saarani Mohamad attended the Paris launch.
- Lenggong has 39 geological sites and 21 cultural and heritage sites.
- Human presence in Lenggong dates back 1.83 million years.
- Key archaeological sites include Bukit Bunuh and Kota Tampan.
- Attractions include caves, galleries with Perak Man, and Mini Amazonia in Kampung Beng.
Entities
Institutions
- Lenggong Tourism Council
- UNESCO
- Tourism Malaysia
- Perak State Government
- Hulu Perak District
- Lenggong Municipal Council
Locations
- Lenggong Valley
- Paris
- France
- Perak
- Malaysia
- Kampung Beng
- Bukit Bunuh
- Kota Tampan
- Europe