Bukit Tinggi: Come for the Cool Air, Stay for the Confusing Aesthetic

Ever wanted to visit a French village but your wallet said “relax”? Same. So I did the next best thing: I went to Bukit Tinggi, Pahang — Malaysia’s very own mini Europe where croissants meet kampung vibes.

And let me tell you… it was le magical. Also slightly confusing.

Here’s how it went down:

🥐 Colmar Tropicale: Where I Said Oui to Every Photo Spot
This faux-French village has colourful buildings, cobblestone streets, and zero French people. But who cares when everything screams "Instagram me"?

👗 Dressed Like Emily in Paris, But Sweating Like Kak Siti in KL
Tried to serve “chic Parisian” but the humidity said otherwise. Still powered through with fan and iced Milo.

🦢 Japanese Village: Plot Twist in the Alps... I Mean, Hills
One minute I was eating baguettes, next minute I was wearing a yukata and feeding koi fish. This place is going through an identity crisis and I love it.

🫖 Tea at 3, Monkeys at 4
Yes, you can sip Japanese green tea in the hills. Also yes, wild monkeys might join the party.

Visitor Info for Fellow Adventurers
📍 Location: Bentong, Pahang (about 45 mins–1 hour from KL via Karak Highway)
🕰️ Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
💸 Entrance Fee (per person):
RM16 (Adult)
RM9 (Child/Senior)
Includes access to Colmar Tropicale, Japanese Village & Botanical Garden
🚗 How to Get There: Best by car — no direct public transport. Just Waze your way to "Colmar Tropicale Berjaya Hills."

So if you're craving Europe on a teh ais budget, Bukit Tinggi is your girl. Just don’t forget:

Bring your camera,
Bring your sense of humour,
And don’t feed the monkeys. They’re not on the payroll.

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