Kellie's Castle: the story behind its history and hauntings
Kellie's Castle, also known as Kellie's Folly, is a fascinating and somewhat eerie mansion located near Batu Gajah, in the state of Perak, Malaysia. The castle is known for its unfinished structures, Western architectural style, and intriguing history associated with it.
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History of Building Kellie's Castle
The castle was built by a Scottish planter named William Kellie Smith. Born in 1870 in Scotland, Smith arrived in Malaya (now Malaysia) in 1890 and started working with an estate owner. He eventually succeeded in his ventures and owned a 960-acre estate that he named Kinta Kellas, after his home farm in Scotland.
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Who is building Kellie's Castle?
Smith decided to build the castle after the birth of his first son in 1915, intending it to be a home for his son and a symbol of his love for his wife, Agnes. He designed it based on the sophisticated architectural styles of the time, with plans for a 6-storey tower, indoor tennis courts, a rooftop courtyard for entertaining, and even Malaysia's first elevator.
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Secrets and invisibility inside Kellie's Castle
Stories of hidden rooms and secret tunnels within the castle added an air of mystery to the place. Some locals even believe that the castle is haunted, with tales of sightings of Smith's spirit wandering around the premises.
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The castle has also served as a set for movies and television series due to its unique and haunting ambiance. Despite its unfinished and somewhat dilapidated state, the castle stands as a fascinating testament to Malaysia's colonial history and the ambitious dream of one man.
Castle visiting times. " Kellie's Castle "
1- The castle is open to visitors from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily.
2- The entrance fee for foreign tourists is RM10 (adult) and RM8 (child), while Malaysians need to pay RM5 (adult) and RM3 (child) to enter.
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How to get there " Kellie's Castle "
1- Kellie's Castle is located at Jalan Gopeng in Batu Gajah, which is about a two-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur. Jalan Gopeng is 30 minutes drive away from Ipoh town.
2- The following map to get there "Kellie's Castle "
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