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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.
8 km · about 15 min drive
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
Kampung Permatang Pasir works well as a base: 10 minutes from Balik Pulau, 9km from Penang Hill.
Kampung Permatang Pasir is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 2,439, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kampung Permatang Pasir 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 Kampung Permatang Pasir to your route.
Balik Pulau is a suburb of George Town within the Malaysian state of Penang. Located 12.7 km (7.9 mi) southwest of the city centre, it lies near the southwestern corner of Penang Island and is also the administrative seat of the island's Southwest district.
Balik Pulau was established in 1794 as an agriculturalRead more
village by the British East India Company. To this day, the economy of Balik Pulau still relies heavily on agriculture; Penang's most famous produce, including nutmegs, cloves and durians, are grown and harvested around the suburb. While Balik Pulau is generally seen as quieter in comparison to the bustling city centre on the other side of the island, urbanisation has also reached the suburb in recent years, with more residential developments being planned within the area.
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Kampung Permatang Pasir is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.3724 latitude, 100.2109 longitude.
Kampung Permatang Pasir has a population of approximately 2,439 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.
8 km · about 15 min drive
scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
9 km · about 15 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.
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.
15 km · about 30 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.
17 km · about 20 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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