Tasik Cermin, or Mirror Lake, is a stunning hidden lake surrounded by limestone karst towers. There are actually two lakes concealed within this karst formation but only one is currently accessible. Sadly, the lake is under severe threat from quarrying and who knows whether it will be around much longer. Go now while you still can. If enough people know about this beautiful place and make a big fuss perhaps it can be saved.
These Google Maps 3D images clearly show what is happening. The age-old limestone karst hills known as Gunung Rapat, which give Ipoh its nickname of ‘Guilin of Malaysia’ are being hollowed out from the inside by uncaring quarry operators. Soon only the outer facade of the hill formation will be left, threatening not only this lake but also the famous cave temples such as Sam Poh Tong and Kek Lok Tong which draw in tourists from around the world.
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