HOMESTAY SERKAT, TG. PIAI
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HOMESTAY
Kampong Perpat Timbul
Pontian, Johor
Pontian the smallest district in the state of Johor portrays many different cultures and lifestyles.
2 1/2 hr drive from Changi Airport, Singapore to Kampong Serkat in Pontian, will take you to explore the unique experience in its culture. Experience the culture that makes Malay heritage alive and taste the traditional cuisines and delicacies. The villagers here are actively promoting agro tourism with home stay. This home stay programme is uniquely designed for tourists to experience the rural folk’s way of life and their sincere and heart-warming hospitality. It is a perfect destination to appreciate wonderful Malay culture and lifestyle. If one decides to experience the home stay packages, the tour starts by staying with a Malay family and experience their way of life. Dine with hands and savor the local delicacies from breakfast to dinner.
Another unique experience here is to visit an Apiary and to taste honey from the honeycomb.
HIGHLIGHTS
National Park Johor
Southern most tip of Asia mainland
Pineapple Farm
Kukup Seafood
Coconut Square
Bugis Museum
Bee Farm (Apiary)
“Kelong”
Kampong Attractions
Cultural Activities:
Full specs of Bugis Wedding
Barongan
Mystique Kuda Kepang
1. Tanjung Piai - Southern Most tip of Mainland Asia
Its main attraction , the Tanjung Piai is situated at the southern most tip of mainland Asia. A monument has been built as a landmark as well as scene for photography. A stroll along the 200m walkway allows tourists a clear view of the surrounding while standing at this significant tip of Asia.
2. Pineapple Farm
Agro-tourism is popular and fascinating as Malaysia was once as agriculture-based economy. Johor is noted for its pineapples as it has vast expanse of peaty soil which is ideal for the growing of the fruits. Pineapples are widely grown here and it is one of the sources of income for the villagers. Besides selling the fruits, the villagers make juices, cakes, jam and cookies out of it.
3. Bugis Wedding Ceremony
Pontian portrays many different cultures and lifestyles of the Johoreans. This is the place where you find majority of the Bugis live.
Bugis is noted for their cultural values especially reflected in their wedding reception.. The wedding ceremony is performed in a royal Bugis tradition. The decorated wedding Dias, the bride and groom’s costumes give us an idea what Bugis culture is all about.
DELECTABLE CUISINES
Malaysian cuisines are well-known for its lively flavors and aromas. Each community has its distinct culinary style. The country’s many restaurants, cafes, food courts, pubs and fast food outlets, offer a range of dining options. Visitors to the country, can expect to have their taste buds tickled and palates tempted with the wide range of local and international cuisine.
Some of the popular local dishes are mee rebus, satay, rojak, nasi lemak, lontong, laksa johor, nyonya food, otak-otak and many others.