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Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera), Penang
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Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Penang is in "1000 places to see before you Die"
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  • Updated By bpacker on November 23, 2005
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  • Having tea in Penang Hill - Penang
    Having tea in Penang Hill
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    Yes, Penang is listed as one of the places in the famous tome ,"1000 Places to See Before You Die" . But if you believe in the author, Patricia Shultz, you'll have to do these three things to enjoy Penang: 1)Sit on a trishaw and meander through Georgetown 2)Visit the legendary E&O hotel 3)Go on the Furnicular and conquer Penang Hill Hmm, tempting options. Guess I'll eschew the first and try the other two. Afterall, when was the last time you've seen an Asian on the back seat of a trishaw anyway? But honestly, I love the last option. But I think it should be corrected to "Having tea at Penang Hill" since the furnicular ride sucked. But sipping Darjeeling tea at 830m above sea level in the Garden of Bellevue Hotel, Penang Hill is another thing altogether The view was astounding and I could even see KOMTAR and Penang Bridge from where I was. Plus it was 5degrees cooler at the top of the Hill. Simply amazing. I could stay the whole day there.

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  • Address: 215 Macalister Road 10450, Penang Hill

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): it's cool up there
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  • By ellielou on April 13, 2006
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  • an sociable monkey - Penang
    an sociable monkey
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    Penang Hill is an interesting way to spend an hour or two....one of the reasons is that it's so much cooler than the rest of the city down below. It's a lush place, with nice views of the city and the water, and some lovely birds, and semi-aggressive monkeys. In addition, there's an interesting old hotel, and if you sit on the veranda (just like an old colonialist) you can check out the pit vipers that live there.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Penang Hill
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  • By kenyneo on March 8, 2004
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  • lush greenery ...a really cool place - Penang
    lush greenery ...a really cool
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    The hill, also known as Bukit Bendera, is 830 meter high (2,750 foot) and it's much cooler than in the city below. It's about 3 degrees cooler than the places near the coast. The station to get to the top is located in Air Itam. From Georgetown, take a Transit Link bus No 1, or No 101, or Lim Seng bus No 91, or minibus No 21 from Lebuh Chulia to the Air Itam Terminal. Penang Hill has a population of about 1000 locals. The funicular at the railway station takes you to the top and it will cost you RM4.50 for one way. The train leaves the station at Air Itam at 6.30am and at half hourly intervals. The funicular railway will not take you straight to the top, you have to change trains halfway. in the meantime you'll pass several small station, where the local people get off. There are are also some small hotels and guesthouses on this stretch. The railway was built in 1923 and it takes about half an hour to the top. At the top of the hill, you'll find a tea kiosk, restaurants, souvenir stalls, a mosque, Hindu temple, and the old Bellevue hotel. The summit offers a magnificent panoramic view of Georgetown, the mainland and Penang Bridge.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): On top of the world - Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera)
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  • Updated By SLLiew on December 9, 2007
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  • Lower Station - Penang
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    Penang Hill is one of the most popular tourist destinations. I have been there umpteen times and still always find it a great get-away. There are no cars up there. The entire George Town is 800 meters below your feet. The most popular and recommended way for tourists is to take the funicular train. There is a waiting time and so plan ahead. The second way which used by local hikers is the trail of "Moon Gate" or "84" from Botanical Gardens or the steeper route from Heng Teik Estate of Air Itam or even the most adventurous route from Air Itam Dam. The third way is by jeep from the Botanical Gardens but this is reserved for hill top residents and for emergency situations. During school holidays and weekends, the funicular train can be very crowded with long queues. Often tickets are sold out. Now same day ticket can be bought in advance and you can just come back at your assigned time. You can come down at any time but factor 30 minutes to an hour wait. Round trip ticket at RM4 for an adult is a steal. Up at the top, you have excellent views of George Town, Penang Bridge and the mainland across the channel. Worth having coffee or tea at the Bellevue Hotel for an outstanding panaromic view. It is cool and can be chilly and windy at night especially after a rain. Night view when the lights are out is spectacular. So if you want to see that, plan to stay up until 8pm. The funicular train is a two levels system. Each level has two tram coaches linked by a cable and pulley. The tram coaches will pass each other at a junction. This is a great time to take a photo. There is a "Middle Station" where passengers alight and transfer to the other level system. Usually, passengers will rush to the next coach to get a seat. Safety comes first especially with younger children and seniors. So be prepared to stand all the way up. Train arrives every 15 minutes. Total of 30 minutes to get to the top of the Penang Hill. The waiting time can be up 2 hours on crowded days. Visit to Penang Hill a must if you have time.

  • Address: Air Itam, Penang Island

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): trainride to the sky
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  • By Tattugran on March 1, 2005
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  • going up the hill - Penang
    going up the hill
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    a must do is taking the Funicular train up Penang Hill. you will see breathetaking views on the way up and once up the top. It is 701 metres above sea level.Once you get to the top there are gardens to walk around in and food stalls to get something to eat or drink. The rail servicxe begins at 6.30am and ends at 9.30 pm. the fare is RM4.00 for adults and RM2.00 for children.

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  • Phone: 04 828 3263

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): visit the famous nut man!
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  • By ellielou on April 20, 2006
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  • the man himself - Penang
    the man himself
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    As usual in Penang, good food is never that far away! Up on Penang Hill, there is the Penang Hill Famous Peanut House. It's not a house exactly, and I don't know how famous it is, but it's good, and the guy is really nice....we spent a fairly long time talking about chickpeas, and the various names it goes by: garbanzos, channa, cee-cee beans, etc.... I asked if he could make curry chick peas, and he did! Fresh curry...very delicious, and worth a stop when cooling off on the hill.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Cable Car
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  • By kyoub on June 27, 2004
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  • Up we go - Penang
    Up we go
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    The small cable-pulled railway cars will take you up to Penang Hill and bring you back down. Take a look around while you are up there. On the top you will find a hotel & restaurant, a Hindu temple, and a mosque. On clear days there is a great view of the island. It is also good for birding . We saw several birds. Speaking of birds there is also a aviary on the hotel grounds.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Enjoy the change of climate and pace.
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  • Updated By Dxenion on April 29, 2004
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  • The base of Penang Hill train - Penang
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    Head to the base of Penang Hill (every taxi knows where it is) round late afternoon. Jump on a train which I'm sure is the only one built on a 45 degree angle and enjoy the slow but very scenic ride up to the top. The train stops halfway up and you can get off here and walk the rest of the way or follow everyone else to the train on the adjacent track which will take you up. Once at the top, you can grab a meal at any of a number of stalls or go to the resturaunt right at the top. Great views from the open garden out the back. You can get souviners here but they are cheaper in Georgetown. You can also visit a bird enclosure which, apart from it's size, will put the Penang Bird Park to shame with the variety and number of birds in here. Photographers note: The wire on the cages has a big enough gap to satisfy most photographers who don't want the 'jailhouse' look in their nature photos. Watch the spectacular sunset and then get the next train down. A window seat is good for viewing the antics of the wild monkeys as they wait by the track. Don't worry if you've missed the last bus back to the city as there will be a number of taxis who will take you. DONT pay more than 10RM as this is the normal local price.

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Penang Hill
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  • Updated By CandS on February 10, 2006
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  • Georgetown view from Penang Hill - Penang
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    Make sure you go up Penang Hill if you get the chance...the best time is late afternoon so you can see the view in the day time and after sunset also. It takes about half an hour to get up the hill so give yourself enough time for the trip up and back. Costs are: 4 RM for adult return and 2 RM for children under 12

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    Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Foot of Penang Hill
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  • By imstress on November 16, 2004
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  • Foot of Penang Hill - Penang
    Foot of Penang Hill
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    From the foot of Penang Hill, you can see the steep track of the funicular (half way). The taxi will take you directly to the foot of the hill where u can purchase your funicular tickets for RM4. Many people are queuing for the funicular so go early to beat the crowd. There are a few shops selling tourist items.

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  • Address: Penang Hill, Bukit Bendera, Air Itam
  • Directions: Air Itam, Penang Hill, BuKit Bendera

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