Restore the sparkle to Ipoh’s riverwalk

A couple strolling along the Kinta Riverwalk. Large parts of the promanade are now poorly lit, making it unsafe for visitors. — Photos: RONNIE CHIN and ANNABELLE LAWRENCE/The Star

ONCE a bustling hub in the heart of the city, Kinta Riverwalk, located along the scenic Sungai Kinta in Ipoh, Perak, has lost its charm.

First built in 2010 by a local developer, it underwent a RM4mil refurbishment by Ipoh City Council (MBI) in 2022, turning it into a picturesque promenade offering various attractions and activities.