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Opened in the 1970s, this is the most recent of the Ipoh cave temples and perhaps the most spectacular of them all."
Introduction
Opened in the 1970s, Kek Lok Tong is the most recent of the Ipoh cave temples and perhaps the most spectacular of them all. The temple is set in a huge cave in the limestone outcrops behind Gunung Rapat, about 5km south of Ipoh City.
The temple has impressive works of art, with statues of Buddha in various forms among natural stalactites and rock formations. One can savour vegetarian food, served here at the temple, in peaceful surroundings amidst lotus ponds. Nestled on a 4.5ha land, it is managed by the Kek Look Seah since its inception in 1982.
Site information
The easiest route to the temple is through the Sungai Rokam housing area, where you just follow signs leading directly to the site.Alternatively, the longer route via picturesque Tambun district will take you for a trip through groves of pomeloes farm and abandoned tin mines.
Last viewed - February 04, 2012
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