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(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia

22 Feb 2023
11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch (2022) New Year's First Sunrise in Malaysia
 
For many of us, 2021 has been a pretty bad year. We certainly hope to usher in the New Year along with all the positive vibes and the hope that things can get better. To mark a new beginning, here are 9 awesome spots in Malaysia where you can watch the year’s first sunrise and leave all the bad things that have happened behind so that you can move forward.
 

Wang Kelian Viewpoint

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Wang Kelian Viewpoint
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(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Wang Kelian Viewpoint
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Perlis often gets left out of almost everything, but this time, citizens of Perlis can stand proud because they have one of the best, if not the most unique, 🌄sunrise viewing spots at Wang Kelian Viewpoint. Rising 303m above sea level, what makes this sunrise viewing spot so different from others is none other than the "cloud carpet."

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Wang Kelian Viewpoint
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This beautiful phenomenon, together with the sunrise can be viewed from around 6:50 am to 7:30 am. The walk uphill this hidden gem is a cooling and pretty easy one. You only need to walk about 100 meters to catch the breathtaking view.

📍02200 Kaki Bukit, Perlis

 

Broga Hill

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Broga Hill
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A favorite hiking spot among the residents of Klang Valley, this hill can be a bit challenging for beginners to hike. But as you climb to the top, you will find that the view is worth every step! People like to come here in the wee hours of the morning to catch a glimpse of the sunrise from the top of the hill. It takes around 30-40 minutes to reach the peak, depending on your speed.
(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Broga Hill
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The sun rises at around 7:15 am, so you might want to arrive at the peak of the hill at least a 30 minutes before that (hey, better safe than sorry). Another reason why you might want to go early (and secure a sweet spot) is that it can get crowded during weekends and public holidays.

📍Jln Broga, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor

 

Mount Kinabalu

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Mount Kinabalu
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Did you know that Mount Kinabalu (4,095 m) is NOT the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia?🤯 (Mind blown, right?!) Upon a simple Google search, you will find out that the title goes to Myanmar's Hkakabo Razi (5,881 m). Why do we keep thinking that Mount Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Southeast Asia? We guess no one knows🤷‍♂️.

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Mount Kinabalu
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(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Mount Kinabalu
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However, there is no doubt that it is the tallest mountain in Malaysia and one of the best spots to view the year's first 🌄sunrise. The myths and legends that enshroud this 4,095 m mountain further add to its charm, making it one of the tourists' favorite spots. To climb this majestic mountain and witness one of the most magical sunset views of your life, you have to stay overnight in the 🥶freezing cold of the mountain. Despite all that, we can guarantee that it is worth every effort. You can visit this website for more information.

📍(Amazing Borneo Tours & Events Sdn. Bhd) L1.37, 1st Floor, Kompleks Asia City, Jalan Asia City, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

 

Bukit Tabur

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Bukit Tabur is not for the faint-hearted or beginners. A climb to the peak of this quartz ridge can take a few hours, even for seasoned climbers. It is the most dangerous peak in Malaysia as the challenging terrain might even require you to have 🧗‍♂️rock climbing skills to reach the peak.
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Because of the challenging climb, reaching the top of this quartz ridge to witness the panoramic sunrise view overlooking the Klang Gates Dam feels extremely rewarding.

📍Ulu Kelang, 68000 Ampang Jaya, Selangor

 

Cameron Highlands

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Cameron Highlands
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If you happen to be holidaying at Cameron Highlands this year-end, why not head over to Jalan Brinchang for a stunning view of the sunrise? This place is perfect for you if you have kids or elderly parents, or if you are too lazy to hike. The spot is located about 1 km from the BOH tea plantations.

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The spot can be easily spotted because there are usually tourists and photographers by the roadside trying to capture the spectacular view of the sun rising at the horizon of the tea plantation with their cameras.

📍Jln Gunung Brincang, Brinchang, Tanah Rata, Pahang

 

Panorama Hill, Sungai Lembing

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Panorama Hill, Sungai Lembing
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Be rewarded with a brilliant sunrise view above the white fluffy clouds after climbing up more than 1000 steps (yes, there are lots of big and wide steps) at Panorama Hill. The trail is not very difficult to hike as there are steps, and it takes about 30 minutes to reach the peak.

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Panorama Hill, Sungai Lembing
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People mainly choose to start their hiking journey at around 6:30 am so that they can be at the peak on time for the otherworldly sunrise view.

P.S: Beginners might need to start hiking at around 5.30 am

📍Kampung Kuala Kenau, 26200 Sungai Lembing, Pahang

 

Sekinchan Paddy Fields

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Sekinchan Paddy Fields
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The top of the mountain is not the only place to get a good sunrise view. For a more hassle-free experience, you can rent a lodging at the paddy field to stay overnight and catch the moment when the sun rises in the morning just a few steps away from you! All you have to do is look toward the east and see for yourself the yolk-like sun slowly peeking through the green paddies.

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Sekinchan Paddy Fields
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You can have a look at this website for the most suitable months to visit as the paddies change colours throughout the seasons!

📍Pekan Sekinchan, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor

 

Bukit Kledang

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Bukit Kledang
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The route here at Bukit Kledang is pretty simple, making it suitable for beginners. There are four hiking trails to choose from, and you might want to carry a wooden stick along as there are monkeys that might disrupt your peace. To reach the top, seasoned hikers might take about 1 hour whereas beginners might take longer.

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Bukit Kledang
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Imagine sipping ☕coffee on the peak that overlooks the residential area of Ipoh with a burst of warm sunlight as the sun rises on the horizon... Ah~😌 perfect!

📍Jalan Kledang, 31450 Ipoh, Perak

 

Batu Feringghi

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Batu Feringghi
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Many people stroll the beach for sunset, but not many people stroll the beach for sunrise. However, that doesn’t mean that the sunrise view is any less beautiful compared to the sunset view. The vast horizon here at Batu Ferringhi provides a good canvas for the 🌅morning sunlight to paint the sky in warm hues as it rises on the horizon.

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Batu Feringghi
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If you are lucky, you might come across fishermen in their boats trying to make their living. Not only is this a good sunrise viewing spot, but it is also a good photography spot for both professional photographers and amateur photographers alike.

P.S: As long you drive along the Gurney Drive, you will definitely get to witness some of the best sunrise viewing spots in Penang.

📍Batu Ferringhi, Penang

 

Sri Bintang Hill

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Sri Bintang Hill
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(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Sri Bintang Hill
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One of the best-hidden sunrise viewing spots in Kuala Lumpur, hiking Sri Bintang hill takes about 20-40 minutes and is quite an easy hike. Now here's the best part: from the peak, you can witness the sun rising over the 🌃cityscape of KL, with KL Tower and all (Yes! With KL tower and all but they are very tiny-lah). There are several trails that lead to two different peaks.

P.S: Be Careful if you are hiking after rain as the muddy ground can be slippery.

📍Jalan 11/36, Taman Sri Bintang, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

 

Jubakar Beach Kelantan

(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Jubakar Beach Kelantan
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(2022 New Year) 11 Most Awesome Spots To Watch the Year’s First Sunrise in Malaysia: Jubakar Beach Kelantan
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If you google Jubakar Beach and click on Images, all the pictures that come out will be Jubakar beach sunrise views. Located in Kampung Jubakar, Tumpat, the sea-facing sunrise view of Jubakar beach is simply mesmerizing.
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This quaint place is actually a small fishing village, and not much is known about it. However, this place without doubt, is one of the photographers’ favourite spots.

📍Kampung Jubakar Pantai, 16200 Tumpat, Kelantan

 

Pro Tip: To know the exact moment (time) of sunrise, you guys can search on Google by typing the location name + sunrise. For example: Sekinchan paddy field sunrise. (Thank me later~😏)

 

Hurry! pick one of these 11 Spots in Malaysia and call up your friends to go watch the Year’s first sunrise! This is our last post for the year 2021, and we would like to take the opportunity to wish you a Happy New Year🥳 in advance and a great year ahead. Bye-bye and see you next year👋.

 

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