Lipis

Lipis is a district in the interior region of Pahang, Malaysia. The district capital is Kuala Lipis, a town situated along the Lipis River. The name Lipis is derived from the river that flows through the area, which has shaped the district’s history and development. Lipis sits in central Pahang and includes a mix of river valleys, low-lying hills, and surrounding forests.

Administratively, the district is subdivided into several mukims and local communities, with the district office based in Kuala Lipis. The area has historically relied on river transport, forestry, and agriculture, and it remains a center for local commerce and services in the rural heart of the state.

Historically, Lipis has roots dating back to earlier settlement periods, and Kuala Lipis grew as an administrative and commercial hub during the colonial era. The district’s development has been closely linked to the fortunes of rubber, timber, and later agricultural diversification in the region.

Demographically, Lipis is home to a multi-ethnic population that includes Malays, Chinese, and indigenous communities known as Orang Asli. Malay is the predominant language, and Islam is the majority religion, with Buddhist and Christian communities also present.

Economically, the district combines agriculture (notably rubber and palm oil), forestry, small-scale manufacturing, and growing services in the capital. Cultural life centers on traditional markets, local crafts, and the historical architecture of Kuala Lipis.

Transport links include road connections to neighboring towns and a railway station in Kuala Lipis that serves intercity trains, supplemented by bus services. Education and healthcare facilities, including primary and secondary schools and district clinics or a hospital, support residents.

See also: Kuala Lipis, Lipis River, Pahang.