During the journey up to the top of Penang Hill, one will be able to spot the former red funicular train parked along the hill’s railway.
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Travelling on the Hill Road
Scenic hill route is one of the many ways to circle round the island of Penang.
Kek Lok Si: A City of Lights
Every night until 27 February 2014, the Kek Lok Si temple complex will be illuminated with decorative lanterns and lights in celebration of the Chinese New Year. One of the most visited site on the island, this lighting event is held annually during the Chinese New Year.
Pavilion of the Jade Emperor
Kek Lok Si lighted up for Chinese New Year
Kek Lok Si will be lighted up at night for a month in view of the Chinese New Year.
The Moon Gate
The Moon Gate located near the Penang Botanic Gardens is an entrance archway remnant of a Chinese mansion built in the 19th century which now lies in ruins (source and more info: iGeorgetown Website). The archway now also serves as the meeting point of a popular hiking trail up to the Penang Hill.
The Goddess Pavilion at the Hill
View of Kek Lok Si temple from Ayer Itam town.
Penang Isle: Pavilion of the Jade Emperor
Pavilion of the Jade Emperor is a temple complex built on the slope of the Penang Hill and is nearby the lower tram station.
The temple was built for the worship of the Chinese Jade Emperor (Thnee Kong). The birthday of the Jade Emperor, which falls on the ninth day of Chinese New Year, is celebrated by the Hokkien community who offer prayers and food items to the protector of their ancestors in China.
The Taoist temple complex has been undergoing major renovation since 2002 but its history and existence stretches much further to 1905. It was still a small Taoist shrine back then.
The Jade Emperor deity statue. Prayers and offerings are made during his birthday on the ninth day of the lunar new year.
The Entrance Arch to the temple from the main road.
The Cable Car
A cable car heading up to Penang Hill.
Ayer Itam Hill Bicycle Stop
