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The Penang Botanic Gardens, more popularly known as "Waterfall Gardens", was established by the British way back in 1884 from an old granite quarry site. It lies in a deep valley, at the foot of 366 feet jungle clad hills, bound by evergreen tropical rainforests, divided by a cascading stream that meanders through a sprawling 29 hectares of prime and undulating grounds.
The Penang Botanic Gardens is Penang's unique asset, being the only gardens of its kind in Malaysia. Various floras unknown to many are found in these gardens. Besides being a botanic centre, the garden is a popular recreational spot.
Early in the morning, many people come to the Gardens to jog, exercise and enjoy clean fresh air. As the day goes by, hundred of visitors come to sit at the lawn, by the stream or underneath the shade of trees.
Come morning … from dawn to dusk a lot of people from all walks of life, individuals or in groups, old or young converge at the gardens to perform their daily exercises such as brisk walking, jogging, running, trekking, aerobic dance and performances like 'Tai Chi Kuan' or 'Qigong'.
The Botanic Gardens has been the main focal point for these groups to perform their daily exercises and to breathe in cool and refreshing air. Not only that, the presence of lush greenery provide a good source of oxygen to help refresh the physical and mental well being of an individual.
During special occasions, the atmosphere in the gardens will turn pomp and splendour when droves of people of all ages, both male and female will participate merrily in the annual 'Merdeka Run', the Governor's birthday occasion and other related sports event. Added to this gaiety, school sports event will transform the image of the Botanic Gardens into a hive of special carnival activities temporarily. Address: Penang WaterfallPhone: 604-2270428Directions: Located in Pulau Tikus.Website: http://www.sukpp.gov.my/KebunBunga/main.html Other Contact: jkbunga@penang.gov.my
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The crew of Harper's Bazar visited the Botanical Garden for a fashion-shoot try-out, with its offering peace and tranquility amidst lush green surroundings, tropical plants, the vibrant colours of Penang's flore and, a lot of butterflies. Well, the ladies weren't that fond of some huge butterflies and, agreed some of these beauties looked like creeps when alighted on your shoulder and head, we decided to shoot at the hotel. The garden revealed even more beautiful spots, in fashion-language ... though we could not "see" the creatures housing the tree-area (snakes ... ?). See next pics of a beautifull >>>
Botanical Garden Leave a Comment Address: Jalan Kebun Bunga, Penang 10350Phone: 604-2270 428 / 2271 354Directions: Approximately 8 km from Georgetown city, at the far end of Jalan Kebun Bunga, transit bus-line 7Website: %bhttp://www.sukpp.gov.my/KebunBunga/main.html
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