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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Penang Perspective: A Glimpse of the City
Penang Perspective: A Silenced Walkway
Whole of Malaysia is currently under the movement control order due to Covid-19 pandemic, from 18 March to 12 May.
Penang Hill’s Curtis Crest Tree Top Walkway
One of the main attractions of The Habitat at Penang Hill, the Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk features breathtaking views via an elevated walkway above the treeline of Penang Hill.
A View from the Hill Mansion
View of George Town from the peak of Penang Hill.
A Penang Hilltop Road
A Penang Hill Funicular Train
A funicular train starting its journey up to the top of Penang Hill.
The Jade Emperor Temple
The Jade Emperor Temple at the foot of Penang Hill.
During the ninth day of the Chinese New Year, Chinese Hokkien people will be celebrating the birthday of the Jade Emperor. This day is also known as the Hokkien people’s new year, and has its origin back during the Song Dynasty where Chinese Hokkien refugees were saved from being caught and killed by the Mongols on the same day of the Jade Emperor’s birthday. Hence, as gratitude and believing that the Jade Emperor had saved them, the Hokkien people soon marked this day as an important festival to be celebrated.
Most Chinese in Penang are Hokkiens, so this day is usually celebrated more widely (and ‘loudly’) here than the first day of Chinese New Year.
The Penang Bridge
Penang Bridge at a distant (view from Penang Hill).
Penang Hill Observation Deck and Top Station
A recent addition to the Penang Hill top station complex, the observation deck provides visitors breathtaking views of the surrounding areas below.