Friday, November 30, 2007

Banghuris – Experience the Country Life

Feel and experience a truly living lifestyle and the hospitality of the village folks in Banghuris, Sepang, Malaysia. This is a rare chance of experiencing a rapidly diminishing traditional lifestyle. Banghuris is a name representing 3 villages namely Kampung Bukit Bangkong, Kampung Hulu Chuchuh and Kampung Hulu Teris. With a population of over 3,000 Banghuris folks will definitely fascinate visitors with their way of life, culture and their tradition. Banghuris also offers a host of agrotourism activities. Visitors will be taken for an educational tour to the coconut, dragon fruit, star fruit, guava and palm oil plantations. A visit to the orchid and hydroponics vegetable farms are also being lined-up for visitors.

The Banghuris Homestay program is located in 3 villages in the Sepang district of Selangor, Malaysia, near the small town of Sungai Pelek, close to the Kulala Lumpur International Airport. Around 100 families participate. The cost, including meals, is around US$30 per person, per day. Contact Salam Wagiman, 43950 Sungai Pelek, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan. Phone: 011-6-019-232-5787, or e-mail sriplgi@tm.net.my

Homestays are available in other areas throughout Malaysia. See www.motour.gov.my