On the way between Penang and Kuala Lumpur, Taiping is an interesting stop for birdwtaching. The town itself is not the most remarkable, but the mountain that borders it is truly fascinating. Bukit Larut (also known as Maxwell Hill) is a very popular hike among Malaysians. It takes almost 8 hours to reach the summit. But no worries, it is not necessary to climb all the way to the top to observe birds.