Kampung Teluk Nipah
Neighbourhood
Pangkor Island
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Pangkor Island is an island in Manjung District, Perak, Malaysia. It has a population of approximately 25,000. Nearby islands include Pangkor Laut Island, Giam Island, Mentagor Island, Simpan Island, and Tukun Terindak Island. The major industries of the island are tourism and fishing.
Pangkor Island has a land area of 18 km2 (6.9 sq mi) and is 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi) from Peninsular Malaysia. The interior of the island is forested and is home to 65 reptile species, 17 amphibian species, and 82 total herpetofaunal species.
In addition to the beaches of Pangkor Island with clear water and fine sand, the local cheap five-star accommodation is also an important factor in attracting tourists. Teluk Nipah and Coral Bay on the northwest coast of the island are popular destinations for backpackers from Europe.
Island
Island in Manjung District, Perak, Malaysia
Coastline, Locality and Landform
Perak, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia
Location Info
In the area
Localities
Sungai Pinang Kechil
Neighbourhood
Pasir Bogak
Neighbourhood
Sungai Pinang Besar
Neighbourhood
Landmarks
Bukit Pangkor
Peak, 1¼ km north
Surau Teluk Nipah
Mosque, 1½ km west
