Basic Information about Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 121 km east of Ipoh and about 214 km north of Kuala Lumpur, in Pahang, Malaysia.




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At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25 °C and rarely falls below 12°C year-round.

Cameron Highlands is actually a district in the state of Pahang Darul Makmur although the road entrance is via Tapah and Simpang Pulai in the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan.

The Highlands were named after William Cameron, a British colonial government surveyor who discovered the plateau during a mapping expedition in 1885.

The fame of Cameron Highlands then grew during the colonial era when British planters realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing tea, then a prized commodity.

Cameron Highlands is still home to many tea plantations, being Malaysia's largest tea-producing region.

With its many farms the area is also known as a major supplier of legumes and vegetables to both Malaysia and Singapore, and is one of Malaysia's prime tourist destinations.

Reflection Questions
Answer one of the following questions.

1. Based on what you have read, what would you expect of this trip to Cameron Highlands?

2.What do you hope to learn from this trip?

Welcome to the GP Programme @ Cameron Highlands.

This programme will last from February to April 2009.

About the GP Programme

In this era of globalisation, there is a need to allow our pupils to gain a global perspective so as to function in a globalized economy.

At the same time, there is a need to internationalise Singaporeans so as to develop a cosmopolitan mindset through experiencing and appreciating the rich diversity of cultures.


By taking part in this programme, students will achieved the following outcomes:

1. Develop their ability to articulate their views and opinions clearly,
2. Develop their critical thinking skills and
3. Develop their sense of appreciation for the rich diversity of cultures.

This year, they will be going for a 3 days/2nights Kuala Lumpur/Cameron Highland expedition.

Students have to read a series of postings in the blog and post their reflection before they embark on the expedition.

When they returned, they will continue to post their reflection about the trip in this blog.