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Slim River
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Slim River is a small town in Perak, Malaysia. It is about 100 km (driving time 45 minutes) from Kuala Lumpur. It is situated in the southern part of Perak and is 20 km north of Tanjung Malim. It is about 100km (driving time 1hour) from Ipoh. Slim River is the second biggest town in Tanjung Malim district. The town is surrounded by many small village.
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The name of the town was given by the river beside the town which call Sungai Slim. The word Sungai is mean river in Malay. Slim River was a military strategic mid-point from North to South of Malaya during World War II. It was the site of a major battle during World War II between the Japanese and British forces which consisted of troops from India, Australia and Great Britain. The British lost the Battle of Slim River to the Japanese forces, who were equipped with tanks. The Japanese also had total air superiority. In their defeat at Slim River, the British suffered heavy casualties and many units were cut off from their line of retreat. The battle effectively ended British hopes of defending Malaya.
The main economic activities are agriculture-based, such as palm oil and rubber plantations. There are some automotive shops selling engine parts and components. This is due to the proximity to Proton City in Tanjung Malim.
The population is estimated at 100,000, and is comprised of Malays, Chinese and Indians.
It is accessible by road from the capital city, Kuala Lumpur (100 km) or by train. The main trunk road to Tanjong Malim was the first ever toll road in Malaysia and was eventually given free access to the public in the middle of the 1980s.
Before the construction of North-South Expressway, all traffic going to destinations in the northern states of Peninsular Malaysia, such as Ipoh, Cameron Highlands and Penang will pass through the town of Slim River. With the new North-South Expressway bypassing smaller towns, less people, traffic, and tourists pass through Slim River. Currently, the economy of Slim River is improving due to the new Proton City, that is located nearby in Tanjung Malim.
The waterfall at Sungai Bil is famous among the locals for a weekend getaway. There are some nice spots along the waterfall for family recreation and camping. One can travel from the town by road within 30 minutes. Food stalls selling lunch and fast food are available normally during weekend. However, the water could be murky during the dry spell.
There is also an open wet market every Sunday morning until noon, where one can try a variety of local dishes and delicacies.
Although Malaysia do not has any volcanoes, but you can find some hot springs at some parts of Malaysia. Here at Ulu Slim, about the same distance from Slim river to Sungai Bill, there is a hot spring, and it is expected that the local government will develop the place, into recreation area, for families.
There is a new modern government hospital providing basic medical care for the district. In addition, there is a public library for the locals to visit.
Primary and secondary education are provided by a few schools in Slim River, namely:
- Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Dato' Zulkifli Muhammad
- Sekolah Menengah Slim River
- Sekolah Menengah Teknik Slim River
- Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan Slim River
- Sekolah Rendah Aminuddin Baki
- Sekolah Rendah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) Chin Hua
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