Sitiawan

Introduction

Sitiawan is a town in the Manjung District of Perak, Malaysia. Its name comes from Malay, a portmanteau of Setia Kawan, meaning "Loyal Friend"; you may also see it spelled Setiawan.

Three days in Sitiawan

Day one: Start in Sitiawan, in the Manjung District of Perak, Malaysia. Get your bearings in a town whose name is often said to come from Setia Kawan, meaning "Loyal Friend".

Day two: Continue exploring Sitiawan and the surrounding Manjung District. Malay is the national language, so a few words go a long way with local people.

Day three: Round off your stay in Sitiawan before leaving Perak. If you have time, revisit the parts of the Manjung District you liked most.