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The Lembah Kiara Recreational Park, located in Taman Tun Dr Ismail is a popular recreational spot in the middle of the city widely visited by many during weekdays and weekends."

The Lembah Kiara Recreational Park, located in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, is a popular recreational spot in the middle of the city widely visited by many during weekdays and weekends. Ideal for morning or evening stroll, the park serves as a respite for city folks looking for a little bit of nature to accompany their walks.   The biggest draw of this park is its well-paved running path. With a cushion-like surface, the red-coloured path absorbs the shock of impact from exercising and running. The route of the run is broken up into two sections - one with higher inclines for the more athletic and a slightly more level one for those who prefer to take a leisurely stroll around the area. Both paths join and separate at different points, and hence, each one that visitors take offers different sights.  The wider path winds through different types of trees, and at certain vantage points, you can see almost the whole park. Along the path, a suspension bridge is also popular and is built over a large stream. The smaller walking path circle through the large pond and here and there, couples and families settle to enjoy a spot of fresh air or look for fish and turtles. Among the trees, small and shallow streams with fish attract the children, who would bring little nets or even dip their hands into the water in attempts to catch them while indulgent parents looked on. The smaller walking path also allows access to a cemented platform, where teenagers often play ball; adults carry out line-dancing, Chinese fan dance sessions and even contests organised by certain corporation.  The landscape of the Lembah Kiara Recreational Park is also well sculpted, with palms, clumps of flowers like cannas and different types of shrubs, all of which are well kept.   The clearing nearest to the car park is the most popular place, where a wooden bridge often sees young children hanging over the side to look into the water.   At the side, specially erected bars and benches are popular among those who want to flex their muscles.  Entrance is free and most of adults who come here either do so with their friends or families.

Located about 112km south-east of Alor Setar, deep in the forest of Gunung Inas in the Baling district is Peranginan Bukit Hijau, a great retreat for the locals. Also known as Lata Bukit Hijau Recreational Forest, it is famed for its amazing seven-level cascading waterfalls that create seven pools of cool, crystal clear water.

Although picnickers come here during weekends and public holidays, its large camping ground with basic toilet facilities along the Sungai Mempelam (Mempelam River) is more than adequate for all. Activities available there include nature walks along the bridle path that leads to the forest reserve where one can see nature at its best.

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