A breathtaking view from Penang Hill showing the eastern side of Penang. One might spot the Bukit Mertajam hill at the distance.
The Island and the Mainland
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Bukit Mertajam: The New Mengkuang Dam
The Mengkuang Dam finally re-opened to the public in December 2020 after six years of upgrading and expansion works. Unlike the old dam which had more trees and shades, the new expanded dam provides a wider space for recreational activities (but the area can be very hot during the noon).
The dam is accessible freely to the public from 7am to 7pm daily. Note: there will be crowd control during movement control order. Google Map link – click here.
Here are some scenic views of the newly upgraded dam:
Hai Dong Ma Temple @ Bukit Mertajam
Located on the outskirt area of Bukit Mertajam, which is called Machang Bubok, Hai Dong Ma Temple is a Taoist temple dedicated for the worship of Chinese deity Thean Hou (also popularly known as Mazu). The temple compound also houses various Chinese mythical beings statues including a set of Chinese animal zodiacs.
The Hill Across the Straits
View of the mainland portion of Penang across the Malacca Straits sea.
The Straits in the Evening
A ferry crossing the Straits of Malacca from Penang Island to the Butterworth mainland during an evening, with the Bukit Mertajam hill in the background.
Penang Street View: Bukit Mertajam Hill
Bukit Mertajam: Sungai Juru Recreation Park
A small park at the riverside of Sungai Juru (Juru River) in Penang. This park is located near the Bukit Tengah Road in Bukit Mertajam.
Bukit Mertajam Old Town Street View
The Hungry Ghost Festival
The 8.3 meters tall effigy of the King of Hades (or Tai Su Yeah) where devotees offered prayers to, during the 7th lunar month of the Chinese calendar in conjunction with The Hungry Ghost month.
This giant effigy was placed under a shelter beside a temple at Market Street of Bukit Mertajam old town, for 15 days until the annual Bukit Mertajam Phor Thor (Hungry Ghost Festival) celebration. The effigy will then be moved out to the street and burned on the festival day.
According to the Taoist belief, when the gates of hell open in the 7th lunar month, spirits would be freed to the living world while being watched by Tai Su Yeah. The Hungry Ghost Festival this year started from August 14 until September 12.
Bukit Mertajam: Shophouses Facade
