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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.
14 km · about 25 min drive
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
Bukit Tambun works well as a base: 5 minutes from Batu Kawan, 14km from Penang Bridge.
Bukit Tambun is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 22,900, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Bukit Tambun 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 Bukit Tambun to your route.
State of Penang Stadium (Malay: Stadium Negeri Pulau Pinang), also known as Batu Kawan Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium in Batu Kawan, South Seberang Perai, Penang, Malaysia. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium has a capacity of 40,000 people. It was built in 2000 for the 8th Sukma Games.Read more
In 2007, the stadium hosted the Malaysian FA Cup final. The match was won by Kedah Darul Aman 4–2 in penalties shoot-out.
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Bukit Tambun is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.2718 latitude, 100.4601 longitude.
Bukit Tambun has a population of approximately 22,900 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.
14 km · about 25 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.
21 km · about 25 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.
21 km · about 25 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.
25 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
27 km · about 30 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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