Taman Botani Perak, Taiping

Taiping, Malaysia, Malaysia

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Taman Botani Perak is a national botanical garden located in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia, spanning 56.5 acres (about 22.9 hectares) of land near popular destinations like Taiping Lake Gardens, Taiping Zoo, and Bukit Larut.

Developed by the National Landscape Department starting in 2015, it was designed as a "living plant museum" representing the northern zone of Peninsular Malaysia, with special emphasis on endemic Perak species called "PERAKENSIS". The garden serves multiple purposes including research, scientific conservation, education, and public recreation.

Phase 1 covering 35.95 acres was completed in March 2020, and the garden features 13 themed areas including a Perakensis Garden, Orchidarium, Fernery, Wetland Garden, Bambusetum, and Nadir Fruits Garden. Over 12,445 plants involving 122 species were planted during development. The garden is open daily from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM with free admission for all visitors.