Shrouded in mystical legends and folklore, Gunung Ledang
continues to charm and intrigue locals and visitors alike. According to the
legend of the Princess of Gunung Ledang, the Sultan of Melaka wanted the
Princess' hand in marriage and she, not wanting to marry him, demanded that the
Sultan present her with seven jars of women's tears, seven trays of mosquitoes'
hearts and seven bowls of the Sultan's son's blood. After he was unable to meet
these impossible requests, she fled to the mountain and continues to live in a
hidden cave, to this day.
The mountain is ideal for a myriad of outdoor activities
with challenging mountain trails, icy waterfalls, and exotic flora and fauna,
including many species of birds. At the relatively flat summit, which is 1,276m
above sea level, a panoramic view of the Straits of Melaka and even the
Sumatran coastline can been seen on a clear day. Also, Sagil Waterfall is a
popular picnic spot at the base of the mountain.
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