09/07/2026
On 7 July 2026, we planted a tamarind tree sapling along the banks of the Kinta River in Ipoh. This was no ordinary sapling—it was propagated from the historic tamarind tree planted by Dr. Sun Yat Sen 143 years ago at the Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Former Residence in Zhongshan, Guangdong.
Generously donated by The Museum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen and the Sun Yat-sen Cultural Foundation, the sapling embarked on a remarkable journey. Carefully packed in Zhongshan, it was flown to Penang before continuing by road to Ipoh as a meaningful gift for the future Sun Yat Sen Perak Museum: Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Development, dedicated to the people of Ipoh.
The tree-planting ceremony was officiated by Ms. Alexandra Sun, the great grandniece of Dr. Sun Yat Sen, together with leaders and members of Ipoh's business and heritage communities. In time, this tamarind tree will become another significant landmark along the Trail of Dr. Sun Yat Sen and His Comrades in Ipoh.
The ceremony formed part of a series of commemorative events organised by Sue Meng Heritage in collaboration with The Museum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen and the Sun Yat-sen Cultural Foundation to mark the 160th anniversary of Dr. Sun Yat Sen's birth. These events also included the blessing ceremony for the future Sun Yat Sen Perak Museum: Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Development.
A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Kai Lek Tan for his meticulous attention to every detail in making this momentous event a memorable success.
May this ceremony symbolise Dr. Sun's enduring legacy, inspiring future generations while reminding us of our shared responsibility to care for the environment for the benefit of all.
Sue Meng Chan