Georgetown

Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera) - Malaysia's first hill station. 830meters (2730ft) above sea level. Visitors can ascend to the top by either hiking up or by the funicular railway which has been operational since 1922. Cool, refreshing climate, fantastic view at the summit. From the hilltop you can view the picturesque bungalows, a beautiful flower garden and a bird park. For holiday goers, there are bungalows for rent and a hotel for those who stay more than one day. A tea kiosk located at the hilltop offers snacks and refreshments. Tracking up the hilltop takes 4 hours. The jungle trail begins at the ''moongate'' at Jalan Air Terjun, about 300m from the Botanic Gardens entrance.

Kek Lok Si Temple - One of the finest Buddhist temples in South-east Asia. Stands majestically on a hill in Air Itam, this temple built in tiers culminates the beautifully crafted ''Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas''. It took more than 20 years to build which features gardens, a turtle pond, shrines and beautiful sculptures. There are many souvenir shops leading up to the temple which offers good buys. And as for food lovers,famous hawker food are lined up near the Air Itam market.

P.Ramlee's House - Situated along Jalan P.Ramlee (formerly Caunterhall Road), this newly restored wooden house commemorates the late P. Ramlee, Malaysia's foremost entertainer. Built originally in 1926 by his father and uncle, the house had previously undergone succesive repairs before being taken over by the National Archives as an extension of its P.Ramlee Memorial project in Kuala Lumpur. The displays inside and outside the house features the main living areas and also the life history of the late singer, actor, composer, and director. Various artifacts include his personal memorabilia related to his life in Penang, and items belonging to his family.

Updated On: 15.02.10