The exhibits are a little dense and hard to navigate, but there are some interesting displays here explaining several forest types found in Malaysia, their different wood types and uses and the forest-related research carried out by FRIM. Check out the gallery of forest bugs containing stick insects the length of your forearm.
FRIM Research Gallery
Malaysia
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7.43 MILES
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![[UNVERIFIED CONTENT] Masjid Jamek is the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur. It is located at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak river. It was built in 1907 and officially open by the then Sultan Selangor in 1909.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2019-06/477284513_master.jpg?auto=format&fit=crop&ar=1:1&q=75&w=1200)
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7.49 MILES
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3.3 MILES
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7.2 MILES
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Nearby Malaysia attractions
1. Forest Research Institute Malaysia
0.36 MILES
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3.27 MILES
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4.96 MILES
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4.98 MILES
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