For many years now, there is one popular spot among Southeast Asia’s luxurious destinations, Penang, Malaysia. Fondly known as “Pearl of the Orient”, this beautiful place presents fascinating diverse society that makes it unique in the entire world. Generally speaking, Penang is undoubtedly a one stop tourists haven where visitors will experience many amusing things and explore many interesting places. Below are some of the interesting activities you can indulge while staying in Penang.
Do Some Shopping at Night Bazaar of Batu Ferringhi
This bazaar is a nightly activity in Batu Ferringhi that usually starts from 7 pm up to 1 am. There is something that you should not miss here, the entire stretch of Batu Ferringhi becomes a night market after sunset. You will find at least 1000 stores lined along the main road in Batu Ferringhi. If you are fond of shopping, you will definitely enjoy picking up sorties of items and many more.
Climb up Penang Hill
Never miss this hill when visiting Penang. With it perfectly formed peak, the Flagstaff Hill, it is popularly known as the Bukit Bendera. The Penang Hill railway is one best way up to the Penang Hill. This is cable railway that brings passengers toward Flagstaff Hill. The cable train leaves with an interval of 22-30 minutes with the load of up to 85 passengers every trip. You can also go up hill through 4×4 vehicles.
You can also follow other trails like the trail from the Municipality Park, the trail from Hye Keat Estate, the trail to Tiger Hill via Air Itam Dam, and the Moongate Trail. It have to spend around 3 hours in order to get to the top of the hill from Penang Botanical Gardens by foot.
Visit Gurney Drive to enjoy its food and views
You can find here several tasty cuisine. You can also enjoy watching the sunset while gorging yourself with the best delicacies this road offers. Gurney Drive fronts the Penang sea just a little way off Georgetown City. The top delicacies that you should try are Hokkien Mee, Asam Laksa, last but not least the famous Char Keow Teow. Along Gurney Drive you will find the Gurney Plaza Shopping Center, a very popular shopping location in Penang where you able buy here some popular foreign and Malaysian brands.
Enjoy the stunning 360 view of Penang from KOMTAR
You should try visiting KOMTAR and go to the 60th floor to see the spectacular 360 view of the entire Penang Island. KOMTAR building is still the tallest construction in Penang and has ben established as the landmark of the area. You will find in this building exhibition centers, hotels, shopping complexes, and government offices.
Take a stroll at Georgetown Heritage Walk
You will find here many featured tourist spots like some religious temples from different beliefs and old-aged historical sites. Some of popular attractions you can find here are the Queen Victoria Clock Tower, Penang Peranakan mansion, and also the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
Indulge the nightlife in Penang Road
When night comes, Georgetown in upper Penang is filled with live bands, and DJs. You can merely chill out, dance, or sing out loud with its Karaoke. You can bring in company to enjoy these amusements until all night long.
Cross one of the longest and largest bridge in Asia, Penang Bridge
Don’t miss the fascinating view of Penang while crossing this bridge which the national landmark and the pride of Penang. It is status symbol of Penang’s economy. The Penang Bridge Marathon that held annually is also hosted here.
Drop by the largest Buddhist Temple in Malaysia
The Kek Lok Si Buddhist Temple is located in Ait Itam and known as the largest temple for Buddhist in Malaysia. You can find here several monasteries, beautiful gardens, temples, and prayer halls.
Try the enjoyable ferry ride from Butterworth
Butterworth is the main entrance to the island and the ferry ride is something that you should not miss. Butterworth is the base terminal of all ferry that go to Penang. The ferry operates round the clock and the ride provides opportunity to take beautiful photos on views and wonderful landscape.
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