Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM), located at Kepong, Kuala Lumpur about 16 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre. Founded in 1929, the former Forest Research Institute became a full-fledged statutory body, governed by the Malaysian Forestry Research and Development Board (MFRDB) under the Ministry of Primary Industries, in 1985.
FRIM is a-must-visit for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. It is the holder of 6 National Records and had been declaree a National Heritage in recognition of its conservation efforts. FRIM is the world's oldest and largest re-created tropical rain forest.
The 486-hectare reserve providea a relaxing back-to-nature experience such as a waterfall, river, shady trees, ponds and landscaped gardens. Here visitors can enjoy spectacular vies and discover a wide range of flora and fauna from a 30m-high canopy walkway and various jungles trails. Those who wish to camp overnight in the reserve must obtain permissiona from FRIM.
Today, FRIM is home to 18 species of mammals, 182 species of birds, 57 species of snakes, 30 species of lizards, 7 species of tortoises and turtles, and 34 species of frogs.
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