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Kek Lok Si Temple
Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.
1 km · about 5 min drive
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
Ayer Itam works well as a base: 10 minutes from Glugor, 3km from Penang Hill.
Ayer Itam is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 16,974, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ayer Itam sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ayer Itam to your route.
Ayer Itam is a suburb of George Town in the Malaysian state of Penang. Nested within the central valleys of Penang Island, it is located approximately 6 km (3.7 mi) southwest of the city centre.
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Ayer Itam is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.4016 latitude, 100.2781 longitude.
Ayer Itam has a population of approximately 16,974 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.
1 km · about 5 min drive
scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
3 km · about 5 min drive
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A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.
6 km · about 10 min drive
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A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.
7 km · about 10 min drive
bridge
The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.
11 km · about 20 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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