A beautiful start to the second day of our Malaysia vacation, we woke up to great weather up here in Berjaya Hills Colmar Tropicale Resort accommodation.
Complimentary breakfast was inclusive with the room rate at Colmar Tropicale. Buffet breakfast was provided at La Blason where we had the international buffet for dinner last night. Breakfast included some local delights such as nasi lemak (coconut rice), teochew porridge with condiments as well as the usual breakfast food such as bread, scrambled eggs, sausages, cereal and cut fruits.
La Blason Buffet counter 
Breakfast food of Malaysian variety 
After breakfast, we proceeded to the shuttle waiting area to wait for the shuttle to the organic farm at 0830 hrs as we were informed.
Passing by Colmar Square FountainAnd the clock tower 
Trying to strangle the knight in shining armour at the Reception
Le Chateau Spa & Wellness Resort, yet to be opened, this French-themed boutique spa hotel is modelled after the 18th Century medieval 'Haut Koesnigburg' Castle in Alsace, France and features exquisitely furnished rooms and suites.
However the shuttle only departed at 0855 hrs. An interesting visit to the organic farm, we saw many types of vegetables being grown organically, which means that no pesticides or chemical fertilizer are used.
Organic vegetables for sale
Fresh carrot plucked directly from the ground
Look at the size of the cabbage
And this is the 'fruit'... never ate cabbage raw like this before.. but it was great tasting! Hmmm... Don't mind going vegetarian if we could get great tasting vegetables like this everyday!
Burning away the weeds since no pesticides are used
The shuttle picked us up at 1000 hrs back to our resort accommodation Colmar Tropicale, the French themed resort on Bukit Tinggi, owned by Berjaya Group. Thus it is now known as Berjaya Hills.
Upon returning to the resort accommodation Colmar Tropicale from the organic farm, we checked out of the room and placed our luggage into the car boot before proceeding to the shuttle waiting area to wait for the next shuttle to Japanese Village and Botanical Gardens at 1100 hrs.
Whilst waiting for the shuttle, we managed to get a few more shots of this beautiful resort accommodation.
Waiting room
Get a first hand experience of the Japanese art of relaxation at The Tatami Spa, the first of its kind in Malaysia. Try out the furo (spa bathing) or the onsen (outdoor Japanese hot rock bath).
If you are a nature lover, you will enjoy walking around the Botanical Gardens that is situated just next to the Japanese Village. Check out the various plants and highlands flowers spread around the 4-acre garden and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. What we liked best was that they had names on most of the plants and a description that made for interesting reading.
Here is an example:-
A number of professional bird watchers were there with their expensive bird-watching equipment. It looks like this place in Berjaya Hills is a popular site for bird watching.
Here there is also the famous Japanese restaurant, Ryo Zan Tei. Located in the midst of the tropical rain forest, enjoy the beautiful views of the Botanical Gardens whilst having a great meal.
Japanese restaurant - Ryo Zan Tei
We spent 2 hours up here at the Japanese Village and Botanical Gardens. The weather was cool in the shade but when you are out under the direct sunlight, it could be warm especially in the afternoon. When we were ready to leave the Japanese Village and the Botanical Gardens, we waited for the return shuttle at the waiting area at the entrance.
La Boulangerie 
Various kinds of bread
Trying to strangle the knight in shining armour at the Reception Le Chateau Spa & Wellness Resort, yet to be opened, this French-themed boutique spa hotel is modelled after the 18th Century medieval 'Haut Koesnigburg' Castle in Alsace, France and features exquisitely furnished rooms and suites. However the shuttle only departed at 0855 hrs. An interesting visit, we saw many types of vegetables being grown organically, which means that no pesticides or chemical fertilizer are used.
However the shuttle only departed at 0855 hrs. An interesting visit to the organic farm, we saw many types of vegetables being grown organically, which means that no pesticides or chemical fertilizer are used. 
Organic vegetables for saleVegetables growing at the organic farm 
seedlings 
tomatoes
brinjal
During the tour, we were given some cherry tomatoes to try. They were very crunchy and sweet. Next, we got to try some carrots, fresh carrots that were pulled up from the ground right in front of us. Again, they tasted very good. Some of the cabbages that had lots of holes due to caterpillars’ infestation would be fodder for some fish as we were informed. Next we got to try some baby cabbage, which was very crunchy, sweet and had a mild taste of wasabe as hubby indicated. This organic farm grows a variety of vegetables including long beans, winged beans, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes, capsicum, etc… as we are nature lovers, we enjoyed the hour-long visit although we did not purchase any organic vegetables since they did not have what we wanted.
seedlings 
tomatoesbrinjal
During the tour, we were given some cherry tomatoes to try. They were very crunchy and sweet. Next, we got to try some carrots, fresh carrots that were pulled up from the ground right in front of us. Again, they tasted very good. Some of the cabbages that had lots of holes due to caterpillars’ infestation would be fodder for some fish as we were informed. Next we got to try some baby cabbage, which was very crunchy, sweet and had a mild taste of wasabe as hubby indicated. This organic farm grows a variety of vegetables including long beans, winged beans, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes, capsicum, etc… as we are nature lovers, we enjoyed the hour-long visit although we did not purchase any organic vegetables since they did not have what we wanted.
Fresh carrot plucked directly from the groundLook at the size of the cabbage
And this is the 'fruit'... never ate cabbage raw like this before.. but it was great tasting! Hmmm... Don't mind going vegetarian if we could get great tasting vegetables like this everyday!
Burning away the weeds since no pesticides are usedOrganic fertilizer 
The shuttle picked us up at 1000 hrs back to our resort accommodation Colmar Tropicale, the French themed resort on Bukit Tinggi, owned by Berjaya Group. Thus it is now known as Berjaya Hills.
Upon returning to the resort accommodation Colmar Tropicale from the organic farm, we checked out of the room and placed our luggage into the car boot before proceeding to the shuttle waiting area to wait for the next shuttle to Japanese Village and Botanical Gardens at 1100 hrs.
Whilst waiting for the shuttle, we managed to get a few more shots of this beautiful resort accommodation.
Viewing tower 
The love birds
The love birdsCarnival games to try your luck 
The Japanese Village, approximately 10 minutes away from the resort, is 3500 feet above sea level. It is a quaint and charming garden with a picturesque Japanese footpath that leads you to a waterfall and a bridge. Check out the Japanese Tea House and partake in the authentic Japanese tea ceremony or don the kimono for a photo taking session for a small fee.
The Japanese Village, approximately 10 minutes away from the resort, is 3500 feet above sea level. It is a quaint and charming garden with a picturesque Japanese footpath that leads you to a waterfall and a bridge. Check out the Japanese Tea House and partake in the authentic Japanese tea ceremony or don the kimono for a photo taking session for a small fee.Souvenir shop 
The Japanese Gardens
The Japanese GardensKoi pond in the Japanese Gardens 
Flowers to admire
Flowers to admire The waterfall 
Waiting room Japanese tea house 
Where you can partake in the Japanese tea ceremony or rent a kimono
All things Japanese 
Where you can partake in the Japanese tea ceremony or rent a kimono
All things Japanese 
Get a first hand experience of the Japanese art of relaxation at The Tatami Spa, the first of its kind in Malaysia. Try out the furo (spa bathing) or the onsen (outdoor Japanese hot rock bath).If you are a nature lover, you will enjoy walking around the Botanical Gardens that is situated just next to the Japanese Village. Check out the various plants and highlands flowers spread around the 4-acre garden and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. What we liked best was that they had names on most of the plants and a description that made for interesting reading.
Here is an example:-
Lovely highlands flowers
A number of professional bird watchers were there with their expensive bird-watching equipment. It looks like this place in Berjaya Hills is a popular site for bird watching.
Here there is also the famous Japanese restaurant, Ryo Zan Tei. Located in the midst of the tropical rain forest, enjoy the beautiful views of the Botanical Gardens whilst having a great meal.
Japanese restaurant - Ryo Zan TeiWe spent 2 hours up here at the Japanese Village and Botanical Gardens. The weather was cool in the shade but when you are out under the direct sunlight, it could be warm especially in the afternoon. When we were ready to leave the Japanese Village and the Botanical Gardens, we waited for the return shuttle at the waiting area at the entrance.
Once back at Colmare Tropicale Resort, we took another walk round the resort.
La Boulangerie 
Various kinds of breadThe Arcade for kids 
Part of the Convention Centre - but more like a castle to me
Part of the Convention Centre - but more like a castle to me
Map of Berjaya Hills
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