scenic viewpoint
Penang Hill
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
7 km · about 15 min drive
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
Teluk Bahang works well as a base: 5 minutes from Batu Feringgi, 7km from Penang Hill.
Teluk Bahang is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 2,531, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Teluk Bahang 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 Teluk Bahang to your route.
Teluk Bahang is a suburb of George Town within the Malaysian state of Penang. It is located 13.6 km (8.5 mi) west of the city centre near the northwestern tip of Penang Island. Established as a fishing village, Teluk Bahang has evolved into a tourist destination, with a number of attractions built within the suburb.Read more
It is also home to the Teluk Bahang Dam, the largest reservoir in George Town.
Teluk Bahang Forest Reserve is part of Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, recognised by UNESCO as the third Biosphere Reserve in Malaysia listed in the World Network of Biosphere Reserve (WNBR).
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Teluk Bahang is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.4583 latitude, 100.2154 longitude.
Teluk Bahang has a population of approximately 2,531 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
7 km · about 15 min drive
landmark
Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.
9 km · about 15 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.
13 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.
14 km · about 25 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.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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