Penang Naturescape: Teluk Aling Beach

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The Teluk Aling Beach is a small stretch of beach along the north-western tip of the Penang island, which is connected to the Monkey Beach (or Teluk Duyung beach). The pier belonging to the University of Science Malaysia (USM)’s Centre for Marine and Coastal studies (CEMACS) can be seen on the beach. The beaches form part of the Penang National Park in Teluk Bahang.

Penang Isle: The Round Island Road

The Round Island Road

The Round Island Road

The Round Island Road

The Round Island Road

The Round Island Road

The ‘Round Island’ route connects the northern and western areas of Penang Island, from Teluk Bahang to the Balik Pulau province. This scenic route passes via the hill slopes of the northwestern part of the island, and along the journey, one will also pass by fruits farms, orchards and many durian trees (especially when it is durian season).