Perak - Bagan Sungai Burung Fishing Village...

“Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after..." - Henry David Thoreau

This morning we drove for almost three hours on the Westcoast Expressway to visit the many attractions in Bagan Datuk. It was a nice sunny day for a leisure drive. The road condition is better with some stretches still under ongoing roadworks. Because of the PKP, most restaurants and eateries along the Kuala Selangor road are temporarily closed.

(Arriving at Bagan Datuk district)

(Bagan Sungai Burung, a fisherman Village)

Bagan Sungai Burung is situated on the southwestern part of Perak, bordered by the Perak River. This small fishing town is often overlooked and underrated by travellers but is home to a wealth of mesmerizing attractions including Perak’s very own ‘Sky Mirror’ and the fantasy-like ‘Blue Tears’ bio-luminescent planktons phenomenon in Pulau Sembilan. It is an ideal spot to spend some quality time on the beach of the island and watch the sunset. Firefly cruises are also available for tourists.

(A quiet small town)

(The many attractions around the village)

(Famous for its seafood restaurants)

As it was only a day trip, we managed to visit a few attractions around the area. Our first stop was at Bagan Sungai Burong, a small quaint fishing village only 11 km from Bagan Datuk town. It has a population of about 300 people, mostly of Chaozhou Chinese descent. We spent some time at the jetty and immersed ourselves in the peaceful lifestyle of the fishing village and observe their interesting trade. There are many fresh seafood restaurants at the jetty and could be quite happening at night. Bagan Sungai Burong was one of the fishing villages hit by the 2004 tsunami, which saw the destruction of many fishing ships as a result of large waves. However, there were no human casualties.

(Fishing trawlers taking a rest)

(The jetty is busy with fish vendors in the morning)

(Many seafood restaurants, busy in the evening)

(The village recovered well from the Tsunani)

(The jetty at low tide)

(The end of the jetty)

(Dried Blow fishes on display)

(A day-tour to Pulau Sembilan)