Snake Temple
Built in 1850, the Snake Temple is dedicated to the
Chinese diety Chor Soo Kong. It is sanctuary for snakes
of all kinds including pit vipers. These venomous
snakes coil around beams and pillars of the temple and
potted plants. These snakes are believed to be made
harmless by the burning of the incense.
Built in 1850, the Snake Temple is dedicated to the
Chinese diety Chor Soo Kong. It is sanctuary for snakes
of all kinds including pit vipers. These venomous
snakes coil around beams and pillars of the temple and
potted plants. These snakes are believed to be made
harmless by the burning of the incense.
Kek Lok Si
Temple
This Chinese temple
perched up on a hill
in Ayer Hitam was
built in tiers and took
20 years to complete.
It features a turtle
pond, gardens with
sculptures and the
beautifully crafted
Pagoda of Ten
Thousand Buddhas.
Temple
This Chinese temple
perched up on a hill
in Ayer Hitam was
built in tiers and took
20 years to complete.
It features a turtle
pond, gardens with
sculptures and the
beautifully crafted
Pagoda of Ten
Thousand Buddhas.
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Trishaw Rides
A trip to Penang is not complete without a Trishaw Ride.
Catch one when you are in downtown Penang. It is a
great way to see the nitty-gritty of this laid back beach
town.
A trip to Penang is not complete without a Trishaw Ride.
Catch one when you are in downtown Penang. It is a
great way to see the nitty-gritty of this laid back beach
town.
Penang Butterfly Farm
Home to over 3,000 living specimen of colorful butterflies
and other insects, this butterfly farm also features a lily
pond, rock garden, mud pool and waterfalls.
Home to over 3,000 living specimen of colorful butterflies
and other insects, this butterfly farm also features a lily
pond, rock garden, mud pool and waterfalls.
Riding horses on the beach is an all time favorite
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Batu Ferringhi Beach
Batu Ferringhi, situated along the coastal
road north-west of Georgetown and lined with
a string of international-standard resorts, is
the most popular beach in Penang.
Soak in the sun or unwind on the beach while
you enjoy a host of aquatic thrills from
wind-surfing to canoeing. For a spine-tingling
adventure, try parasailing to enjoy the view of
the beach from the sky.
As the sun sets, Batu Ferringhi comes alive
with a carnival-like atmosphere with an
open-air bazaar selling anything from ornate
curios to enticing souvenir items.
Watch local artisans demonstrate the
intricate art of craft-making and batik-painting.
Dubbed the Feringghi Walk, the bazaar offers
shoppers a host of attractions.
Batu Ferringhi, situated along the coastal
road north-west of Georgetown and lined with
a string of international-standard resorts, is
the most popular beach in Penang.
Soak in the sun or unwind on the beach while
you enjoy a host of aquatic thrills from
wind-surfing to canoeing. For a spine-tingling
adventure, try parasailing to enjoy the view of
the beach from the sky.
As the sun sets, Batu Ferringhi comes alive
with a carnival-like atmosphere with an
open-air bazaar selling anything from ornate
curios to enticing souvenir items.
Watch local artisans demonstrate the
intricate art of craft-making and batik-painting.
Dubbed the Feringghi Walk, the bazaar offers
shoppers a host of attractions.
Penang State Museum
Walk into the compound of the Penang State
Museum, and you will first be greeted by a
regal bronze statue of Captain Francis Light,
the founder of the Penang Straits Settlement,
gazing down upon you.
Once you set foot inside the museum
building, you will see why the State Museum
located along Jalan Farquhar in Georgetown
is reputed to be one of the best state
museums in the country. Divided into
galleries dedicated to Penang's historical
communities, as well as particular historical
events that took place in Penang, the
museum houses a fine collection of old
photographs, maps, historical documents,
Chinese furniture, embroidery, costumes
and other historical relics.
On the first floor where the Art Gallery is
located, works of local artists and paintings
of old Penang are on display, namely those
by William Daniels and Captain Robert
Smith. From time to time, special exhibitions
are held here.
Walk into the compound of the Penang State
Museum, and you will first be greeted by a
regal bronze statue of Captain Francis Light,
the founder of the Penang Straits Settlement,
gazing down upon you.
Once you set foot inside the museum
building, you will see why the State Museum
located along Jalan Farquhar in Georgetown
is reputed to be one of the best state
museums in the country. Divided into
galleries dedicated to Penang's historical
communities, as well as particular historical
events that took place in Penang, the
museum houses a fine collection of old
photographs, maps, historical documents,
Chinese furniture, embroidery, costumes
and other historical relics.
On the first floor where the Art Gallery is
located, works of local artists and paintings
of old Penang are on display, namely those
by William Daniels and Captain Robert
Smith. From time to time, special exhibitions
are held here.
Penang National Park
It is the smallest national park in the country
with a size of 2,562 hectares. It was gazetted
in 2003 and is home to 46 species of birds
such as the stork-billed kingfishers,
white-breasted waterhens and great egrets.
A 2000 expedition led by the Malaysian
Nature Society recorded 417 flora and 143
fauna species. Before the area was
designated as a national park, the locals
knew it as Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve.
Some of the activities carried out are fishing,
swimming and hiking
The pure, sandy stretch of Pantai Kerachut is
also a favourite nesting place of Green turtles
from April to August, and the Olive Ridley
from September to February. The turtle
hatchery set up in Pantai Kerachut in 1995 is
now managed by the State Fisheries
Department along with the Department of
Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) and
the Forestry Department. They also manage
the upkeep of the park, which is in pristine
conditions.
Some of the best hardwood trees can be
found here, especially from the shorea
species, such as Meranti and Merawan Baru.
In fact, the area is the only known place in
Penang where the red, paper-like barked
Gelam trees grow. The bio-diversity of the
park is also impressive, with 1,000 species
of plants including five different species of
the Bintangor tree.
Besides this, the park is the only one in
Malaysia that contains six different types of
habitat a meromictic lake (a lake that occurs
seasonally, where there is a distinct layering
of waters), wetlands, mangroves, mudflats,
coral reefs and turtle nesting beaches.
There are also various plant pitchers, wild
orchids and funghi, and medicinal plants.
It is the smallest national park in the country
with a size of 2,562 hectares. It was gazetted
in 2003 and is home to 46 species of birds
such as the stork-billed kingfishers,
white-breasted waterhens and great egrets.
A 2000 expedition led by the Malaysian
Nature Society recorded 417 flora and 143
fauna species. Before the area was
designated as a national park, the locals
knew it as Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve.
Some of the activities carried out are fishing,
swimming and hiking
The pure, sandy stretch of Pantai Kerachut is
also a favourite nesting place of Green turtles
from April to August, and the Olive Ridley
from September to February. The turtle
hatchery set up in Pantai Kerachut in 1995 is
now managed by the State Fisheries
Department along with the Department of
Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) and
the Forestry Department. They also manage
the upkeep of the park, which is in pristine
conditions.
Some of the best hardwood trees can be
found here, especially from the shorea
species, such as Meranti and Merawan Baru.
In fact, the area is the only known place in
Penang where the red, paper-like barked
Gelam trees grow. The bio-diversity of the
park is also impressive, with 1,000 species
of plants including five different species of
the Bintangor tree.
Besides this, the park is the only one in
Malaysia that contains six different types of
habitat a meromictic lake (a lake that occurs
seasonally, where there is a distinct layering
of waters), wetlands, mangroves, mudflats,
coral reefs and turtle nesting beaches.
There are also various plant pitchers, wild
orchids and funghi, and medicinal plants.
Penang War Museum
This Penang War Museum situated on Bukit
Batu Maung was erected on the original
defence complex built by British before World
War II. It became a defence fort during the
war.
Today, it is a sprawling historical complex
exhibiting many war paraphernalias, and
shows historical timelines of events. This
war museum is a dedication to those who
have served and died, defending the country.
Remember to dress in light, cool clothing;
wear comfy shoes; put on a dull coloured hat
and be armed with a pair of binoculars,
insect repellent, notebook and pen.
This Penang War Museum situated on Bukit
Batu Maung was erected on the original
defence complex built by British before World
War II. It became a defence fort during the
war.
Today, it is a sprawling historical complex
exhibiting many war paraphernalias, and
shows historical timelines of events. This
war museum is a dedication to those who
have served and died, defending the country.
Remember to dress in light, cool clothing;
wear comfy shoes; put on a dull coloured hat
and be armed with a pair of binoculars,
insect repellent, notebook and pen.
Tanjung City Marina
The waterfront complete with colonial
architecture to compliment the neighbouring
heritage buildings. The marina is able to
meters. It has 102 berths ranging from 11
meters to 50 meters length and can
accommodate up to 140 yachts and boats of
various sizes.
Facilities and services at the marina include
Customs, Immigration and Port Clearance
(CIP), 24-hour security, electrical and water
supply, shower rooms, toilets, laundry
services, refuelling facilities and repairs as
well as maintenance works. There are also
two restaurants, a cafe and a convenience
store at the marina.
The waterfront complete with colonial
architecture to compliment the neighbouring
heritage buildings. The marina is able to
meters. It has 102 berths ranging from 11
meters to 50 meters length and can
accommodate up to 140 yachts and boats of
various sizes.
Facilities and services at the marina include
Customs, Immigration and Port Clearance
(CIP), 24-hour security, electrical and water
supply, shower rooms, toilets, laundry
services, refuelling facilities and repairs as
well as maintenance works. There are also
two restaurants, a cafe and a convenience
store at the marina.
Tropical Spice Garden
Step into this little pocket of paradise and
Nature's sights, smells and sounds will
instantly take over, obliterating all traces of
the hustle and bustle that is associated with
urban living.
It is excellently tranquil and a suitable place
to immerse one's self in the splendours of
Mother Nature, this veritable secret garden is
the place to be.
Spread over 3.2ha, this garden microcosm of
diverse ecosystems houses more than 500
varieties of flora from Malaysia and other
regions.
Step into this little pocket of paradise and
Nature's sights, smells and sounds will
instantly take over, obliterating all traces of
the hustle and bustle that is associated with
urban living.
It is excellently tranquil and a suitable place
to immerse one's self in the splendours of
Mother Nature, this veritable secret garden is
the place to be.
Spread over 3.2ha, this garden microcosm of
diverse ecosystems houses more than 500
varieties of flora from Malaysia and other
regions.
Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram
This Buddhist temple with Thai architecture houses a 33 meter gold plated
reclining Buddha said to be one of the longest in the world. Behind the
reclining Buddha lies urns of devotees laid to rest.
This Buddhist temple with Thai architecture houses a 33 meter gold plated
reclining Buddha said to be one of the longest in the world. Behind the
reclining Buddha lies urns of devotees laid to rest.
Botanic Gardens
The Penang Botanic Gardens, also known as "Waterfall
Gardens", was established by the British in 1884. It was
previously an old granite quarry site, in a deep valley, at
the foothills of a dense jungle.
Today this lush greenery and tranquil setting makes it a
favorite park for the locals and a popular tourist
attraction. It also serves as a "green lung" for the
bustling city of Penang. The history of this park goes
back to the Straits Settlements where it functioned as
part of the Gardens and Forests Department. Walk the
gardens and view the many tropical plants. Feed the
monkeys and also learn about the Gardens' first curator,
Mr Charles Curtis.
The Penang Botanic Gardens, also known as "Waterfall
Gardens", was established by the British in 1884. It was
previously an old granite quarry site, in a deep valley, at
the foothills of a dense jungle.
Today this lush greenery and tranquil setting makes it a
favorite park for the locals and a popular tourist
attraction. It also serves as a "green lung" for the
bustling city of Penang. The history of this park goes
back to the Straits Settlements where it functioned as
part of the Gardens and Forests Department. Walk the
gardens and view the many tropical plants. Feed the
monkeys and also learn about the Gardens' first curator,
Mr Charles Curtis.
Tropical Fruit Farm
Tropical Fruit Farm in Teluk Bahang. Orchards covering
25 acres are filled with Durians, Lychee, Mangoes,
Guavas and a whole bunch more. View the orchard and
sample some of the locally grown fruits.
Tropical Fruit Farm in Teluk Bahang. Orchards covering
25 acres are filled with Durians, Lychee, Mangoes,
Guavas and a whole bunch more. View the orchard and
sample some of the locally grown fruits.
Things to see and do on Penang Hill
1. Bird Sanctuary
2. Canopy Walk
3. Visit the Indian temple and the mosque
4. Have a spot of tea or some local dishes
5. Observe the wildlife and plants
6. Take in the panoramic view of the island.
1. Bird Sanctuary
2. Canopy Walk
3. Visit the Indian temple and the mosque
4. Have a spot of tea or some local dishes
5. Observe the wildlife and plants
6. Take in the panoramic view of the island.
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