PENGENALAN BANDAR SERI ISKANDAR

Bandar Seri Iskandar dinamakan besempena Sultan Iskandar Shah yang pada masa dahulunya memerintah negeri Perak. Terletak disekitar 40 kilometer barat daya kawasan Ipoh, Seri Iskandar adalah distrik daerah kepada Perak Tengah.

Seri Iskandar lebih dikenali dengan Institusi-institusi Pengajian Tinggi yang terletak di kawasan tersebut, diantaranya termasuklah Universiti Teknologi Petronas dan Universiti Teknologi Mara atau dikenali sebagai UITM. Faktor ini juga menyumbang kepada reputasi Seri Iskandar sebagai ‘Bandar Ilmu’. Bukan sekadar itu, Seri Iskandar juga terletak berhampiran dengan pelbagai tarikan pelancung yang memaparkan sejarah-sejarah lama Perak contohnya Tanjung Tualang Tin, Jeram Papan Cascades, Kellie’s Castle, dan banyak lagi.

Seri Iskandar juga dimeriahkan lagi dengan pembangunan DMall, terletak bersebelahan D Hotel Seri Iskandar, yang membekalkan kawasan tersebut dengan pelbagai kedai makanan, fashion, dan juga pusat hiburan.

Bagi mereka yang berminat untuk mengenali Bandar Seri Iskandar denan lebih rapat, bolehlah merancang sesi percutian bersama kami di D Hotel Seri Iskandar melalui laman web kami di http://www.dhotel.my.

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TOP 3 FOODS OF MALAYSIA

Malaysia is one of the most culturally diverse country in the world, with the three main cultures being Malay, Chinese, and Indian. Housing such culturally diverse population with a complicated and enriching history have had its wondrous effect on the overall development of the country. Food is one category of which Malaysia thrives in, and these are some top examples of food that defines Malaysia’s rich culture.


1. Pisang Goreng
A popular tea time snack, this dish is just a simple banana coated in a batter and then deep fried. There are a few variations to the banana fritters with some being big, small, with puffy batter, most of them are equally delicious due to the caramelization of the banana during the frying process.


2. Roti Canai
This is an Indian-inspired dish, being similar to that of a flatbread. The difference between the two is that the Roti Canai is richer, due to the generous amount of ghee involved in preparing and cooking. The result is a crispy skin, with layers upon layers of soft and decadent middle. The dish is commonly eaten with curry, and some even prefers to eat it with condensed milk for an even richer taste.


3. Nasi Lemak
Last but not least, the famous Nasi Lemak. It is considered the national dish of Malaysia by many due to it’s relevance in the daily life of Malaysians. Widely eaten as a breakfast dish, the work ‘Lemak’ in its name literally means fat, which highlights the use of coconut milk in the cooking process of the rice. This creates a savory and rich flavor that goes well with the spicy sambal and various side dishes that comes along with a plate of Nasi Lemak.

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Kellie's Castle

Kellie’s castle was once meant to be a home away for William Kellie Smith, who was a Scottish Planter in the 20th century. Being so far away from his hometown, he wanted his new home to be reminiscent of his place back in Scotland.

William Kellie Smith is a very eccentric man who is very popular with his workers which consist of South Indian immigrants. Due to this, he had built a Hindu Shrine for his workers on the castle premises itself as a token of appreciation.

The building has made a name for itself when it is being used as a setting in the 1999 film Anna and The King. Other than that, the castle is also said to be haunted, and is filled with hidden passageways and underground rooms, which adds to its appeal among travelers worldwide.

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TOP 3 ATTRACTIONS NEAR BANDAR SERI ISKANDAR

We at D Hotel Seri Iskandar would like our guests, travelers from all over the globe to maximize their stay experience here at Bandar Seri Iskandar. These are some examples of nearby attractions we think is a must-go-to when you’re visiting Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak.

1.Pasir Salak Complex

The Pasir Salak Historical Complex is located about 40 kilometres from D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. It is a memorial complex which commemorates the extraordinary history of Pasir Salak and the people of Perak. The Pasir Salak area is special place which play an important role in the development of the history of Malaysia as an independent nation. It can be said that the origin of the flames of the Malay nationalism started in Pasir Salak.

2.Tin Dredge Museum

The tin dredge in Batu Gajah along Jalan Tanjung Tualang is the last witness to the prosperity of tin mining in Malaysia. It is located about 26 kilometres from D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. Also known as Tanjung Tualang Dredge No 5 (TT5), this 4500 tonne giant floating on the excavation site is a precious remain that tells the history of Malaysia, and especially so for Perak, the home of many tin mines. ”Perak” literally means silver in Malay, which was thought to resemble the silver color of tin.

3. Kellie’s Castle

Kellie’s Castle (sometimes also called Kellie’s Folly) is located around 26.9 kilometres form D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. The unfinished, ruined mansion, was built by a Scottish planter named William Kellie Smith. According to differing accounts, it was either a gift for his wife or a home for his son.

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INTRODUCTION TO BANDAR SERI ISKANDAR

Bandar Seri Iskandar, named after Sultan Iskandar Shah who once ruled the state of Perak several decades ago. Located around 40km southwest of Ipoh, connected to the Ipoh-Lumut highway, Seri Iskandar is the district capital of Perak Tengah.

Seri Iskandar is known for it’s Higher Education Institutions located within the area, which includes University Teknologi Petronas and University Teknologi Mara (UITM). This also contributes to why Seri Iskandar has built a reputation of being labeled as ‘Bandar Ilmu’ which means Town of Knowledge. Not only that, Seri Iskandar is also located nearby to attractions that highlights the rich culture and history of Perak such as the Dredging Ship Museum, Papan Cascades Waterfall, and Kellie’s Castle just to name a few.

There are also no shortage of facilities in the area with the development of DMall, various food and beverage outlets, entertainment center, transportation stations, and many others.

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3 TIPS FOR TRAVELING LIGHT IN MALAYSIA

Traveling have never been easier especially with the abundance of transportation and lodging possibilities. Other than providing affordable accommodations, we at DHotel Seri Iskandar would like to assist our guests in preparing for their trip beforehand. These are some traveling tips that we can think of to keep those luggage light for a seamless holiday!

1. Pack appropriate clothing

Malaysia is a tropical climate country, meaning it is mostly sunny all year round. We would advise for travelers to leave their heavy cotton sweaters and jackets at home and instead, bring along t-shirts, shorts, anything that is light and breathable to keep your carrying bags light and your clothes comfortable for the weather. There will be an instance where a jacket, more specifically a raincoat will be useful and that’s during a rare event of pouring rain. That is where tip number 2 comes in…

2.Keep it portable

When it comes to traveling light, the smaller it is the better! Packing an umbrella just in case if it rains here? Instead of the full sized umbrella, bring along the smaller, fold able umbrella that is lighter, and saves a lot more space for other necessities in that limited luggage space.

3.Be tech savvy

If you are traveling to a foreign country without knowing much about the place, it can be a little intimidating. Due to that, most will make extra preparations before their trip such as packing a local map, language guide book, and many more. Why pack those extra loads when you can access all that information and more through your smart phones!

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TOP 3 ATTRACTIONS NEAR BANDAR SERI ISKANDAR

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We at D Hotel Seri Iskandar would like our guests, travelers from all over the globe to maximize their stay experience here at Bandar Seri Iskandar. These are some examples of nearby attractions we think is a must-go-to when you’re visiting Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak.

1.Pasir Salak Complex

The Pasir Salak Historical Complex is located about 40 kilometres from D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. It is a memorial complex which commemorates the extraordinary history of Pasir Salak and the people of Perak. The Pasir Salak area is special place which play an important role in the development of the history of Malaysia as an independent nation. It can be said that the origin of the flames of the Malay nationalism started in Pasir Salak.

2.Tin Dredge Museum

The tin dredge in Batu Gajah along Jalan Tanjung Tualang is the last witness to the prosperity of tin mining in Malaysia. It is located about 26 kilometres from D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. Also known as Tanjung Tualang Dredge No 5 (TT5), this 4500 tonne giant floating on the excavation site is a precious remain that tells the history of Malaysia, and especially so for Perak, the home of many tin mines. ”Perak” literally means silver in Malay, which was thought to resemble the silver color of tin.

3. Kellie’s Castle

Kellie’s Castle (sometimes also called Kellie’s Folly) is located around 26.9 kilometres form D’ Hotel Seri Iskandar. The unfinished, ruined mansion, was built by a Scottish planter named William Kellie Smith. According to differing accounts, it was either a gift for his wife or a home for his son.

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About Us

 Strategically located in the heart of a booming business center, D Hotel is the new top-choice accommodation and event venue in Bandar Seri Iskandar. Its prime location in between Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perak Kampus also makes it the most convenient hotel for visiting parents, professors, students and associates.