Penang Hill
Penang Hill was the first colonial hill station developed in Peninsular Malaysia. Comprising Western Hill, Bukit Laksamana, Tiger Hill, Flagstaff Hill and Government Hill, it is located six km away from Georgetown. The hilly and forested area is the state's primary hill resort. Set 821m above Penang’s capital, islanders call it Bukit Bendera and it is generally about five degrees cooler than Georgetown. It is the last patch of tropical rainforest in Penang so the flora and fauna here have been protected since 1960. It does not have the same prominence as Genting Highlands, Fraser’s Hill or Cameron Highlands but it is one of Penang’s best-known tourist attractions due to its fresher climate.
Penang Hill was the first colonial hill station developed in Peninsular Malaysia. Comprising Western Hill, Bukit Laksamana, Tiger Hill, Flagstaff Hill and Government Hill, it is located six km away from Georgetown. The hilly and forested area is the state's primary hill resort. Set 821m above Penang’s capital, islanders call it Bukit Bendera and it is generally about five degrees cooler than Georgetown. It is the last patch of tropical rainforest in Penang so the flora and fauna here have been protected since 1960. It does not have the same prominence as Genting Highlands, Fraser’s Hill or Cameron Highlands but it is one of Penang’s best-known tourist attractions due to its fresher climate.
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Spectacular Day Views
The Sky Walk and Viewing Decks offer a spectacular 180 degrees view of George Town with senior citizen and physically-impaired friendly features in fulfilling their accessibility needs
The Sky Walk and Viewing Decks offer a spectacular 180 degrees view of George Town with senior citizen and physically-impaired friendly features in fulfilling their accessibility needs
Mesmerizing Evening Views
As dusk sets in, watch George Town light up, providing a magical backdrop against the evening sky.
As dusk sets in, watch George Town light up, providing a magical backdrop against the evening sky.
At Penang Hill, it is always an unforgettable, refreshing and enriching experience. And if you wish to linger around the hill till late, the last train down is at 11pm.
