'''Port Dickson''' is a popular beach destination in Malaysia's Negri Sembilan stage. About 60 kilometers from the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, Port Dickson, or PD to locals, in an hour's drive from KL along the North-South Highway.

Port Dickson or "PD" to locals is a beach and holiday destination situated about 32 km from Seremban and 60 km from Kuala Lumpur. It is located in the state of Negri Sembilan in Peninsular Malaysia. It takes approximately one hour by car to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Port Dickson along the North-South Expressway.

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  • This small town used to produce charcoal, but it was later developed as a small port by the British during the Strait Settlement period. Port Dickson was also known as Tanjung. In Malay language that means "cape". The oldest shophouses were the four situated presently at Jalan Lama. There was also a carbon mine at the first mile of the coast road (Jalan Pantai), and therefore Port Dickson was also called "Arang" (charcoal) in the Malay language.
  • Tin ore was plentiful in Lukut, an area within the Port Dickson district, during the 1820's, and it attracted Chinese immigrant miners. The British considered the area to have great potential as a harbour. It was intended to supersede the port in Pengkalan Kempas. The in-charge officer's name was Dickson, and thereafter the town was named Port Dickson. Others claim that Sir John Frederick Dickson founded Port Dickson and Pulau Arang in 1889.
  • Port Dickson evolved into a busy trading centre. Railways were constructed to facilitate the growth and development of Port Dickson. Although Port Dickson experienced rapid development, the beautiful beaches are fairly well preserved.Now, Port Dickson has become not only a beautiful tourist destination, but a large municipality with about 89 000 residents.
  • Back in the late 1990s, Port Dickson went through a boom of hotels and resorts. Some of these projects never took off the ground and the unfinished construction projects can still be seen along the tourist town. However, today, with the economy improving and tourism booming in Malaysia, the projects are being revived.

    The 18 km extent of beach from Tanjung Gemuk to Tanjung Tuan is now a popular holiday destination for visitors coming as far as those from Kuala Lumpur itself. Many Singaporeans have invested in holiday homes in and around Port Dickson.

    A new project in Port Dickson is underway to construct the first '''Hard Rock Hotel''' in Malaysia.

    Please visit http://portdickson.vnet.my for more information about the city!

    Get in

    Port Dickson is a gazetted entry point for Malaysia, used mainly for ferries from Dumai. For information on visa requirements, see Malaysia | Get in section.

    By road

    Port Dickson is well-linked to the rest of Peninsular Malaysia by roads.

    The Seremban-Port Dickson Highway (E3) links Port Dickson with Seremban and directly onto the North-South Expressway (E2) which spans the length of Peninsular Malaysia. For Port Dickson town, you should exit at the Lukut interchange (Exit 316) while those heading to the beach resorts south of town can continue either to Si Rusa or the end of the highway near the hospital at Teluk Kemang. To access the Seremban-Port Dickson Highway from the North-South Expressway, exit at the Port Dickson interchange (Exit 219) between Seremban and Senawang interchanges.

    Port Dickson is on Federal Route 5 or the Coastal Trunk Road, linking it to Malacca to the south, and Klang to the north.

    Port Dickson is 32 km from Seremban, 60 km from Kuala Lumpur, 60 km from Malacca and 320 km from Singapore.

    By bus

    Frequent buses - both direct express which use the highway and local which use the old toll-free road - link Port Dickson with Seremban. Travel time is about one hour and cost RM2.50. If coming from other parts of Malaysia, the easiest way by bus will be to travel via Seremban.

    Local buses also link Port Dickson with Sungai Pelek in Sepang district in Selangor, where there are connections to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To the south, local buses go to Pengkalan Kempas and Tanjung Agas (these buses actually go right up to Kuala Linggi in Malacca) where there are connections to Malacca city.

    By train

    Although Port Dickson has a rail link, there are no longer any train services. The nearest train station is in Seremban which can be easily reached from Kuala Lumpur. You have to catch a bus or taxi from Seremban to Port Dickson.

    By boat

    Daily ferries connect Port Dickson with Dumai in Sumatra, Indonesia. The '''Acob Express''' (Jetty office Tel: ''+60-6''-6471599) leaves from the jetty in the middle of town at 1030. Return trips depart Dumai at 1300. Tickets cost RM80/150 one-way/return.

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  • '''Beaches'''
  • There are many beaches coast along Port Dickson. Leisure activities which are available such as water-skiing, canoeing, snorkeling and wind surfing. Please ask at your hotel reception for arrangements to utilise these facilities. If you enjoy sailing, arrange to have temporary membership at the Yacht Club. One of the best things you can do here in Port Dickson is fishing. But due to pollution and development, the fish stocks in Port Dickson has severely depleted. FIshing is now best done of in a boat or in the kelong. Beach fishing is not recommended unless your are looking for Ikan Keli or catch fish.

  • '''Blue Lagoon'''
  • Blue Lagoon lies about 15 km from Port Dickson town which provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding greenery and the blue open sea and having fun in the sun. The lagoon is an excellent spot for swimming, boating, wind surfing and water skiing. Accommodation is easily available as many hotels and resorts are located here.

  • '''Cape Rachardo (Tanjung Tuan)'''
  • The '''Portuguese''' built the ''Cape Rachardo lighthouse'' in the 16th century. The lighthouse guided ships to the Port of Malacca. It is still operatoinal today. Gong up the narrow spiral staircase and see the panaromic view of the coastline of Sumatra, 38 km across the Straits. The cape is also the stopover point for migratory birds. From September to March, flocks of sparrows, honey buzzards and swifts can be seen here together with hawks and eagles. Walk down the 63 steps next to the lighthouse and follow the jungle trek to a secluded beach. The footprint embedded in a rock, about 50 metre to the right of the track, is said to be that of Hang Tuah, the legendary Malay warrior of the 15th century. Legend has it that upon acquiring innate strength and knowledge, Hang Tuah chose to meditate here. The footprint marks the spot where he first landed at Tanjung Tuan. A well closeby whose cool chilled water is a haven for the tired and thirsty, is also said to have been dug by him. Local devotees have known to pay their homage at this spot.

  • '''Muzium Tentera Darat @ Army Museum'''
  • Located near next to a Malaysian Army Camp Port Dickson Based. This Museum is the latest attraction in Port Dickson. Some vehicle and aircraft used by Royal Malaysian Army before is display there. There also a Communist Tunnel.

  • '''Fort Lukut'''
  • Fort Raja Jumaat is about 7 km from Port Dickson. He was a 19th century Bugis warrior. The fort was built in 1847 to control the lucrative tin trade in the area. Today the muzzle loading guns used to defend the fort can be seen within the grounds of the District Officer_fs residence and outside the Police Station in town. In the area of the fort are also the remains of the foundation of an old palace and a royal burial ground.

  • '''Fort Kempas'''
  • About 23 km from the lighthouse, there is a small village called Keramat Ujung Pasir. Here you will find a 15th century tomb of a leading historical personality, Ulama Sheikh Ahmad Makhtum, with its famous carved megalith. Next his grave are the famous stone inscriptions or "Batu Bersurat" which depict his struggle and victory. The enigma surrounding the stone remains unsolved to this day. Of special interest is the _eordeal stone_f, an ancient lie-detector, through which a person puts his arm when answering questions. If he lies, the stone tightens like a vice.

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    Eat

    For those who are into gastronomic activities, one can get the taste of the hot and spicy local cuisine. There_fs fish cooked in thick gravy of coconut milk and the killer's cili padi_fs- guaranteed to make your mouth and eyes smart. One can try the rendang (beef cooked with coconut milk and a rich assortment of spices). This is normally eaten with _eLemang_f - glutinous rice cooked in bamboo.

    A few famous restaurants are 'Seaview' along Jalan Pantai, 'Curry house' along Jalan Pantai as well. 'Mak Mah' next to Shell gate entrance, 'Restaurant SN Mohhamad' in Port Dickson town area next to the post office and many more. Every first Saturday of the month, there is a night market in Port Dickson Town, which is full of different variety food and fruits. Besides that,'Country home' also a very famous restaurant in Lukut which famous with its delious foods. The Famous PD Eating Point is popular with chinese and western delicacies. In Port Dickson also you all cannot miss to try Nasi Lemak stall known as 'Wak Rahman' consider as one of the most famous nasi lemak stall there.If you go to town side there is a bunch or restaurants choices waiting such as Restoran Abu Bakar, SN Mohammad and a lot out there. Marketplace is another interesting food festival in Port Dickson at which you are exposed to variety of foods ranging from Chinese, Indian, Malay and international cuisine. Among the famous and well known is home made Putu Mayam sold by Abdul Rahman bin K. Ismail, the founder and owner of Bismi Putu Mayam. Don't miss to try out the delicious homemade Putu Mayam by Bismi Putu Mayam. These Putu Mayam are also available for orders for many functions and gathering.

    Drink

  • '''Casa Rachado MAA Resort''', Tanjung Biru, Batu 10, Jalan Pantai, Tel +606-662-5177, Fax +606-662-5877, [http://www.casarachadoresort-portdickson.com] - from 84 ringgit.
  • '''Golden Straits Villas Beach Resort''', Lot 216, Batu 3, Jalan Pantai, 71000 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan Malaysia, Tel +606-647-3818, Fax +606-647-6813, [http://www.goldenstraitsvillas-malaysia.com] - from 154 ringgit.
  • '''[http://www.lagunacondoresort-portdickson.com Laguna Condo Resort Port Dickson]''', , Batu 9, 71050 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, Tel +6 06 662 5882, Fax +6 06 662 5882, - from 90 ringgit.
  • '''Nisha Villa''', Bunglow house with 4 Room, Astro, BBQ Set, Kitchen sets and etc. 0126818902.
  • Weng Yin Seafood Village. M15, Jalan Pantai, Port Dickson. hat's this. 6066627559. ttp://portdickson.vnet.my/contacts/0001. pm to 1am. Serves variety of seafood! There are fishes, prawns, crabs, bamboo clams and so much more. Cheap and delicious!

    Sleep

  • Bayu Beach. egency Tanjung Tuan. ayu Beach, 4th Mile Port Dickson Coastal Road. 016-6744179. pm. 2 noon. 3 rooms and 2 rooms sea front condominiums.Daily / Weekly and Monthly basis..Managed for private owners.. Email..jabcharlie@gmail.com HP. 016-6744 179 and 6019-614 2295 ..From RM350 for 2 room units</sleep>

  • [http://www.plantationresorts.com.my/PortDickson/index_pd.shtml '''Felda Residence Port Dickson'''] Km 17 (10 ? mile Jalan Pantai, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Tel. no. 60 6 662 6645. The hotel is perfect for team building or group holidays, as it offers company-oriented facilities and services. Online booking available.
  • '''Corus Paradise Resort'''. Conveniently located, Corus Paradise resort is well serviced by major roads and is connected to the North-South Highway. For inquiries, please contact (606) 647 7600.
  • There are numerous resorts, hotels, villas and bungalows which have sprung up along the coa st, providing a variety of accommodation facilities.

  • KM17 Holiday Bungalows. M17, Jalan Pantai, Port Dickson. 60122348638. ttp://portdickson.vnet.my/bungalows. :00pm. 2:00pm. M600 onwards. Caters upto 20 people comfortably. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living hall, TV with astro decoder, kitchen with basic utensils, BBQ pitt, spacious compound for outdoor activities, walking distance to beach without crossing any mainroad. Visit http://portdickson.vnet.my to book.

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