Tag: Old Town

Tin City: The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Ipoh.

February 21, 2026

When massive tin deposits were discovered in the Kinta Valley in the 1880’s, the town of Ipoh grew rapidly, creating great wealth and numerous millionaires. The many fabulous colonial-era homes and buildings of modern-day Ipoh are a testament to that heady time. One hundred years later, tin prices collapsed and many mines closed. Ipoh went … More Tin City: The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Ipoh.

Getting lost in Chania

September 18, 2020

Well, not really lost – just momentarily misplaced. Chania (pronounced hon-ya) is all about discovering the alleyways and back lanes. Without our cellphone, we would have had a tough time finding our Airbnb, Xenon Apartments. We’re on the second floor, with the balcony. We’re staying six nights in Chania, which is a beautiful, evocative small … More Getting lost in Chania