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Gua Musang is a town and territory (jajahan) in
Kelantan, Malaysia. It is the largest district in
Kelantan. Gua Musang is administered by the
Gua Musang District Council. Gua Musang district is bordered by the state
of Pahang to the south,
Terengganu to the east,
Perak to the west and the Kelantanese districts
of Kuala Krai and Jeli
to the north.
It is a small railway town about 160 kilometers south of
Kuala Krai. The town lies on the railway line
from Kota Bharu to Gemas.
Gua Musang literally means "Cave of the Civet". On the eastern side of
this town stands Bukit Gua Musang, a barren hill of rocks and deceptive
stone-steps running 105 meters high. It stands in a commanding position,
with a huge cave running into its interior and is about meters away from
the other green tree-covered hills.
From a distance, this hill looks like a stone pillar with a big crack
which nearly splits it vertically into two equal halves. Between the hill
and the town, there runs a railway track.
Gua Musang is the northern gateway to Taman Negara (National Park), which
is situated in the southeastern part of Gua Musang district. The untouched
tropical rainforest in Taman Negara is among the oldest in the world. It
is well known for its biodiversity and is home to many endangered species
of animals and plants.
Gua Musang is surrounded by limestone hills and caves, which have become
popular with cavers and rock climbers. The small village of Merapoh in
Pahang which is just south of Gua Musang serves as a popular starting
point for those who want to scale Gunung Tahan.
Another interesting place to visit in Gua Musang is a Buddhist temple in
Pulai, which is purportedly 400 years old.
Nenggiri River is a favourite among those who enjoy river rafting. There
is also a rafting race, called Nenggiri Challenge. Archaeological sites
can be found in caves, such as Gua Cha, Chawan and Jaya, which are
situated along the river.
Sources: Wikipedia
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