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Penang 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.
37 km · about 40 min drive
Kedah, Malaysia · Asia
Bagan Samak sits on the route: 10 minutes from Lubok Buntar, 37km from Penang Bridge.
Bagan Samak is a town located in Kedah, Malaysia. With a population of 5,391, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Bagan Samak 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 Bagan Samak to your route.
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Bagan Samak is located in Kedah, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.0895 latitude, 100.5619 longitude.
Bagan Samak has a population of approximately 5,391 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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5 notable places within an hour's drive.
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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.
37 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.
44 km · about 50 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.
44 km · about 50 min drive
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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.
47 km · about 55 min drive
scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
49 km · about 55 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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