The Pearl of the Orient Island

I would like to choose The Pearl island to my short vacation because 'The Pearl Of the Orient' carries a natural beauty and cultural splendor like no other place. Its name comes from the Malay tranlation of betel nut_ 'Penang'. Every year, thousands of visitors come here to experience the unique cultural heritage and scenery. It is also a very cosmopolitan city, perhaps the second busiest in the country after Kuala Lumpur. The first place that in went was: 

FIRST DAY TRIP 

PENANG HILL

Penang Hill offer a panoramic view of the city 830 m above of the sea level. Getting to the top is half the fun with a choice of hiking or travelling in funicular train. At the summit, the is a flower garden, a mini bird park, bungalows and guesthouses.

In front of the Penang Hill gate..

                                          In the Penang Hill Gallery.

                                         Posing while waiting the cable train coming.

                                       

                                          I got the first place at the front side of the Cable train.

                                           I'm gonna be cable train driver..hehhe

How To There: from Komtar Bus Terminal : Rapid Bus no 204

KEK LOK SI TEMPLE

Kek Lok Si, the largest buddhist temple in Southeast Asia began construction in 1890. Its 7-storey handcrafted "Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas" was completed in 1930 followed by a 30.2 m bronze Kuan Yin statue in 2002.The temple lights up in remarkable fashion during Chinese New Year. Over and lanterns will illuminate Kek Lok si during this festive period.

Kek Lok si Temple at the night view.. Its feel like in Beijing,China.

If you come at this time, you will be rewarded with beautifully decorated bright colorful lanterns throughout the whole temple. And during those 2 weeks of the Chinese New Year the temple will be fully lighted up with decorations. It's almost like fairyland.

But  if you come on the day light..  It's very hot temperature.

Morning Glory on the Blessing wall.

How to there: From Komtar Bus Terminal : Rapid bus no 201/203/204/502

LITTLE INDIA

This little quarter of south India cultural is where early Indian immigrants settled down to make Penanh their home. It is the island's epicenter of Indian music, savoury cuisine, exotic spice and authentic goods.

 This is the Indian Paradise. If u go there, its feel like  at India.

 Indian cultural cloth like Sari and Punjabi also available here.

Indian Praying tools.

KOMTAR

Kompleks Tun Abdul Razak (KOMTAR) is Penang tallest building. rising 65 storeys. The complex is a shopping mall, business hub and also the administrative office for the Penang State Government. The 60th floor open for public viewing.

This is the Kompleks Tun Abdul Razak.

I like to went to the Komtar for shopping cloth here such as souvenirs,  dress, 'batik' and the I Love Penang T-shirt.

How To There: From Komtar Bus terminal: Rapid Bus No 101/104/201/202/203

KAPITAN KELING MOSQUE

Founded in 1801, it is the largest historic mosque in Geogetown. Designed in Moghul architecture, it features beautiful minaret and dome.

It is near to Little India. I went there to sholat Zohor and Asar.

How To There: From Komtar Bus terminal: Rapid Bus No 101/104/201/202/203

Cost of Public Transportation to 4 place above is RM14.80. Its cheaper and easy to alone travel without using the cab. 

SECOND DAY TRIP

RUMAH KELAHIRAN P.RAMLEE

This landmark commemorates the late larger than life comedian, actor, singer, composer and firm director P.Ramlee. It Chronicles his life history as well as showcase his personal memorabilia.

 i'm the first tourist that arrived here..hehehe

 This is P.Ramlee house. I'm in front of his house.

 Here at Under P.Ramlee house. If you look at my back, there have P.Ramlee Bicycle.

Exactly, this area (P.Ramlee) bedroom no one cant allow.. hehehe at that time no P.Ramlee House keeper known as Y.Ramlee

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In P.Ramlee's  house.

How To There: From Komtar Bus terminal: Rapid Bus No 206

LORONG KULIT @ ROPE WALK

This flea market also near to Rumah P.Ramlee.

 Lorong Kulit is a flea Market. A market usual held outdoor, where's antique, esud household goods, and curious are sold. The Lorong Kulit flea market had its humble beginnings in late 1992 when the municipal council cleared out the secondhand goods dealers from Rope walk, located off Penang Road in the town centre, where they had been trading by the roadside since 1970's. Penang's flea market at Lorong Kulit has gained quite a hiphop reputation among Malaysian and tourist alike. Formerly at Rope Walk it is for now next to city stadium. Electric stuff, watches, shoes, second-hand goods, antique, well, try a good bargain. Dealers show their goods on a carpet on the street or stalls.

 The flea market is open from 8am to 2pm every day, except when it rains. Sunday is the best day to go, because there are more stalls. but... it's also very busy.

  

Whats the surprise is here also sell Blackberry, Iphone, all type of Handphone and laptop.

How To There: From Komtar Bus terminal: Rapid Bus No 201

QUEENSBAY MALL

QM is a shopping center located 7km from George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Queensbay Mall is located in the heart of the Queensbay development, formerly known as Bayan Bay before interrupted during the Asian financial crisis. At the time, this shopping center named Bayan World Megamall. Now, Queensbay Mall is the largest shopping center in the northern part of Malaysia. Queensbay Mall opened on December 1, 2006, although shrouded in rumors of course shoddy work that could be open by Christmas

 This last destination for today. So Far from Lorong kulit to Queensbay Mall.

Also have a nice sea view near the Queensbay Mall.

From the day to night I'm in Queensbay Mall. hehehe

Lastly im proud im got this B.U.M Limited Watch at Time Square watch store in Queensbay Mall.

How To There: From Komtar Bus terminal: Rapid Bus No 307/304/401E

From Lorong Kulit : Rapis bus no 306

THIRD DAYS

MENGKUANG DAM

The dam was officially opened 1985. Mengkuang dam is notably larger than the Air Itam dam with a storage capacity ten times grater. The massive dam is popular destination for sport and recreational activities. A homestay program (  Mengkuang Titi ) is available as well.

 On that day, I'm stay at my adopted family at Kampung Pelet.. Because i wear shoes to my short vacation, i dont have sandal, so i used my adopted dad's slipper..hehehee so ugly .

 A haven for nature lovers, the dam features a well-landscaped garden with rubber, pinang and pine trees and some wildlife. Besides using the jogging tracks and walking trails, fitness buffs also hold regular sporting and recreational activities. The dam was recently host to the Penang International Dragon Boat Festival.

                                     Swimming and Fishing are prohibited at Mengkuang Dam