Another great attraction not to be missed in Penang is the Kek Lok Si temple situated at Air Itam. Kek Lok Si temple or the Temple of Supreme Bliss attracted Buddhist and others of different faith alike as people are mesmerised by the beauty of its architecture and artwork. When you are there, do not miss to visit the seven story main pagoda, a mixture of Chinese, Thai and Burmese architecture. You would also not miss the 30.2m bronze statue of Kuan Yin standing tall visible from a far.
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Little Penang Street Market
Held every last Sunday of every month from 10am – 5pm at Penang Upper Penang Road, the Little Penang Street Market exhibits various stalls selling various type of arts, crafts, food, souvenirs, antiques, collectibles, plants, books, jewelleries etc. which attracts locals and tourists alike. At times, there are cultural and musical performances performed to entertain visitors. To learn about the multicultural and diversity of Penang community and traditions, visitors too could join in certain workshops held such as chinese calligraphy, malay batik painting, rattan weaving, Indian henna painting & etc.
Scenic Penang Hill
Your trip to Penang isn’t complete without going up to the highest point of Penang, the Penang Hill. A ride up via the furnicular train is an experience by itself as the coach slowly inclined up the hill while you enjoy the flora and fauna and the coolness when it gets higher and higher. Watch out for the nasty monkeys and be mesmerised by the beauty of the butterflies and wild flowers growing by the side. Once at the top, you will be welcomed by an unforgettable panoramic view of Penang Island.
Penang National Park
Head over to the northwest of Penang Island, you will be amazed by the flora and fauna that awaits you at the Penang National Park. In the Park itself, there are several spots that attract visitors young and old; Pantai Keracut, Monkey Beach, Mukah Head, Teluk Tukun, Teluk Kampi, Pantai Mas, Canopy walk accessible via two major trails. The park spanning 1,213 hectare of land was declared as Penang National park in April 2003. Enjoy hiking the hill / lowland dipterocarp forests, Mangrove Forest areas, stroll along the sandy beaches, mesmerized by the unique seasonal meromictic lake and the open coastal seas.