siewbin, Author at Penang Global Tourism

25 Apr Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Butterworth

Posted at 16:46h in All, See & Do

End your trip along Jalan Jeti Lama to discover the old town and its heritage sites. One of the must visit is the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple. With its majestic gopuram (tall entrance tower) and...

25 Apr Butterworth Art Walk

Posted at 16:45h in All, Attractions, Nature & Adventure, See & Do

Add a pop of colours to your trip at Butterworth Art Walk. With its eye-catching murals and installations, these art pieces serve as a quirky backdrop for a photo op. At the same time, they...

25 Apr Capal Jago

Posted at 16:45h in All, Culture & Heritage, See & Do

For a bit of retail therapy, head over to Capal Jago, a homegrown capal brand founded by the late Haji Hashim Hassan, a famous Kepala Batas capal maker in 1958. This traditional trade is now...

25 Apr Galeri Warisan Arkeologi Guar Kepah

Posted at 16:44h in All, See & Do

After enjoying a picture-perfect outing at Kampung Agong, it’s time to check out Galeri Warisan Arkeologi Guar Kepah. The gallery, sited just a 10-minute drive away from Kampung Agong, is an archeological site where visitors...

25 Apr Kampung Agong

Posted at 16:43h in All, See & Do

After a morning exploring green spaces, shift gears for an Instagrammable attraction, an ancient site, and shopping. A place of interest worth checking out is Kampung Agong in Penaga. Highly rated by netizens on social...

25 Apr Frog Hill

Posted at 16:42h in All, See & Do

Start your day with a great dose of greenery at Frog Hill (also known as Bukit Katak). Dubbed as Penang’s answer to China’s well-known Jiuzhaigou, Frog Hill is a favourite spot for naturalists and avid...

25 Apr Penang Hill Night Exploration*

Posted at 16:24h in All, See & Do

A lifetime chance to see the nocturnal wonders of the Penang Hill's rainforest. Many animals, especially insects, amphibians, and reptiles, hide from predators during the day. This means that nighttime is the best time to...

25 Apr Nature Trails/Heritage Walks at Penang Hill*

Posted at 16:23h in All, See & Do

Explore the nature reserves and relaxing activities for individuals, families, the young and the old. There are Nature Trails & Heritage Walks offering visitors opportunities to appreciate stunning views, the rainforest natural beauty with rich...

25 Apr Street Art

Posted at 16:06h in All, See & Do

Feed your Instagram with snapshots of Balik Pulau street art pieces. An excellent masterpiece to start is the “Roti Man” mural by contemporary graffiti artist Acit Raman Abdullah. The giant mural was painted to honour...

25 Apr Pantai Malindo

Posted at 16:04h in All, See & Do

One of the best spots to end an excursion in these parts of the island is at the picturesque Pantai Malindo. The beach is one of the best spots to watch the sunset, with sweeping...

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