Perak

Malaysians need no introduction to the legendary Pasar Lokein (Lokein Market) which is strategically located at Memory Lane in the old school town of Ipoh, Perak. It is the most famous pasar karat (flea market) in the country and often...

The Great Fire in Ipoh in 1892, spurred the Chinese community to organise their own fire brigades, under the guidance of William Cowan, the Assistant Protector of Chinese. During the early years, firefighting was a voluntary job with each shop...