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    Batu Ferringhi

    Penang's most famous beach resort is located on the island's north coast, about 30 minutes from George Town. Hotels line the long sandy beach, and in the evenings, a night market opens along the main road.

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    Penang's most famous beach resort is located on the island's north coast, about 30 minutes from George Town. Hotels line the long sandy beach, and in the evenings, a night market opens along the main road. The water is not always suitable for swimming due to jellyfish, but water sports and a trip to Penang National Park are popular.

    Sights in Batu Ferringhi

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    Penang National Park
    National Park

    1Penang National Park

    The approximately 12-square-kilometer National Park is situated at the end of the coastal road in Teluk Bahang. Marked paths guide you through the rainforest to bays like Monkey Beach and Pantai Kerachut, where sea turtles build their nests. If you prefer not to walk, you can have a boat take you there and then hike back. You must register upon entry at the park entrance.
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    Tropical Spice Garden
    Park

    2Tropical Spice Garden

    The garden on the coastal road between Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang features over 500 tropical plant species, many of them spices, on a forested slope. Audioguides, guided tours, and cooking classes with Malaysian recipes are available.
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    Entopia
    Garden

    3Entopia

    The successor to the old Penang Butterfly Farm in Teluk Bahang showcases thousands of live butterflies in a tropical free-flight garden. Indoors, interactive exhibits on insects and reptiles are well-suited for families.
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    Beach of Batu Ferringhi
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    4Beach of Batu Ferringhi

    The island's most popular beach spans several kilometers. Jetski, parasailing, boat tours are offered. Water is often murky, jellyfish sometimes present, so many prefer the hotel pool. The beach is most beautiful at sunset.
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    Restaurants in Batu Ferringhi

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    Andrew's Kampung

    Chinese restaurant specializing in seafood, which you order by weight and cooking method. Great for groups wanting to share several dishes.
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    Santai Santai Cafe

    Main road local with Malaysian food, from Nasi Lemak to curries. Casual, popular with hotel guests not wanting resort meals.
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    Barracuda Grill

    BBQ restaurant with fish and seafood in the center of Batu Ferringhi. A great spot for dinner after a day at the beach.
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    Arrival and Around

    Rapid Penang Bus Line 101 runs from George Town (Weld Quay, Komtar) via Tanjung Bungah to Batu Ferringhi and continues to Teluk Bahang.By Grab, the journey from the Old Town takes 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic.In the village itself, you can reach the beach, restaurants, and night market on foot along the main road.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera)
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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera)

    George Town's Mount rises to about 830 metres and was a retreat from the heat even in colonial times. A funicular takes you to the top in just a few minutes, where it's noticeably cooler. From the viewpoints, gaze over the city to the Penang Bridge and mainland; the Habitat nature trail leads through ancient rainforest.
    George Town

    George Town

    The capital of Penang Island was founded in 1786 by the British East India Company and, along with Melaka, has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008. In the old town, Chinese clan houses, Indian temples, mosques, and colonial buildings are only a few streets apart. George Town is considered one of the top destinations for street food in Southeast Asia.
    Penang

    Penang

    Penang Island, off the northwest coast of the Malay Peninsula, is renowned for George Town: Its Old Town, with Chinese clan houses, Indian temples, and colonial architecture, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Other attractions include Penang Hill, a small national park with beaches, and a street food scene considered one of Malaysia's best.
    Pulau Dayang Bunting
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    Pulau Dayang Bunting

    The second largest island of the Langkawi Archipelago lies south of the main island and is uninhabited except for a few fishermen. It is known for the freshwater lake Tasik Dayang Bunting, the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden, between forested limestone hills. The island is part of almost every island-hopping tour from Pantai Cenang.
    Kuah
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    Kuah

    Kuah is Langkawi's main town, with a ferry port, government offices, duty-free shops, and markets. Its landmark is the giant eagle statue at Dataran Lang, right by the harbor. Most travelers stay on the beaches and come here for shopping or when arriving by ferry.