Raub Musang King Durian Guide
- Raimen
- December 11, 2021
Pahang is the largest state in the Peninsular of Malaysia. Pahang is also home to Malaysia’s most important national parks, Taman Negara and Endau-Rompin. These large rainforests are home to many rare and endangered species such as tapirs, mousedeer (kancil), tigers, elephants and leopards.
Take a break from the concrete jungle and see nature at its finest. Visit the “durian capital of Malaysia” – Raub, where the BEST of durians in Malaysia was founded.
In the 1980s, a man named Tan Lai Fook from Raub, Pahang stumbled upon a Raja Kunyit durian tree in Gua Musang, Kelantan. He brought a branch of the tree back to Raub for grafting, and this new breed attracted other cultivators. The cultivar was named after Gua Musang, its place of origin. This is how the D197, Musang King got its name.
1. Tras Road Chinese Temple
Take a look at the hidden gem of Raub, Tras Road Chinese Temple. It is absolutely free to visit this beautiful Guan Yin temple. The garden is well maintained with very nice setup among plants and statues. There is a clean and comfortable indoor kid playground. Kids can play safely while adults are praying in temple.
2. Fook Gor Durian Farm
Meet the man who bring the Raja Kunyit Branch from Gua Musang, visit his 99 year old durian tree in his orchard. Discover his story and taste the premium Musang King on the spot.
3. Kilang Kacang Sinn Loong
Raub’s Sinn Loong Peanuts have been running for 70 years since 1948. They welcome tourists for factory visits, with purpose to enjoy, explore, and experience the rich heritage of the brand as well as the delectable peanuts and other products. It is famous for its ‘kacang sempalit’, the peanuts are easy to differentiate as they have purplish-red skin with stripes.
4. Ratha’s Famous Raub Curry
Dine-in at one of the best curry house in Malaysia, Ratha’s and enjoy signature dishes such as Raub Chicken Curry, Raub Fish Head Curry, Raub Squid Sambal and Raub Fried Chicken. My personal favourite is their Curry Fish Head, Pan- fried mutton (first come first serve basis) and fried chicken. They serve superb food fresh daily, taste the best quality of food in your mouth. You can never go back once u tried, this is why they sell their prepacked paste, so u can have it at home too.
5. Kedai Makanna Teng Yu Keong
The Most Famous Roast Duck Restaurant in Bukit Koman, Raub, Pahang. Taste their signature platter of roasted duck, cha siu and braised pork intestine. Must try their homemade tofu and herbal soup.
6. YES Durian Orchard
Try their Musang King Durian of their 25 year old tree in their modern durian orchard. Take a deep breath and enjoy the fresh clean air and well planned landscape. Dine in at The Durian Café, taste a menu full of Malaysian cuisine and durian inspired dishes. Stay a night in the durian farm at their Farm Stay and share the quiet environment with squirrels as u hear the durian fruit drop from the durian tree. The Yes! Orchard Durian Farmstay is suitable for all occasions such as friend reunion, family gathering and company retreat. They have a tatami concept wooden floor meeting room, good for meeting and reunion chit chat.
