Village of the King (of Fruits)

Kampung Baru Sungai Ruan is surrounded by lush hills. — Photos: SAMUEL ONG/The Star

KAMPUNG Baru Sungai Ruan in Raub, Pahang, is surrounded by lush hills and is still dotted with the type of wooden houses unique to a bygone era.

The village, which came into existence in then-Malaya during British rule, is home to mostly Cantonese-speaking residents.