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Humans Of Bentong 2

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After visiting Perting Dam, it was time to chill at famous Kow Po ice-cream parlour in Bentong town. When I pointed the camera at this little girl in the shop, she paused for me to click. She is the six-year-old granddaughter of the lady selling nasi lemak outside.

The man behind agreed she is really cheerful, helping the family when business is brisk and having fun at the same time. He is from the neighbouring town of Raub and he too recommended a few places to explore. I love a random road trip with no itinerary or schedule.

Olympus OM-D, ISO 800, f4, 1/30 sec.

Little Helper

Perting Dam

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Bentong policeman Rashpal Singh (of previous pic) suggested visiting a scenic but remote spot since I was in a 4-wd vehicle. It is accessible via a long and winding dirt road. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green meadows, this hidden reservoir and dam is indeed picturesque.

There are not many places in this country where one can get so close to a dam. According to the Department of Irrigation & Drainage, the reservoir is 1.05 square kilometres and the catchment area is about 125 square kilometres.

Olympus OM-D, ISO 400, f11, 1/2000 sec.

Perting Dam

Humans Of Bentong

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Emerging from the rainforest (see previous pic), I met policeman Rashpal Singh on the streets of Bentong. We had a very interesting chat about life in a small town. I asked him for recommendations for nearby off-the-beaten-track places to explore and the friendly cop pointed me to a very interesting location. Coming up in the next picture.

Olympus OM-D, ISO 800, f11, 1/640 sec.

Bentong Cop