Buddhist temple on Penang island, one of Southeast Asia's largest. Built from 1890 to 1930, it blends Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism with Chinese rituals.
š Important pilgrimage center for Buddhists
š¢ Tortoise pond with hundreds of aquatic animals
šÆ Unique blend of Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architectural styles
šø Massive Kuan Yin statue (120 ft) and 7-story Ten Thousand Buddhas Pagoda with 10,000 statues
šļø Enjoy commanding views of George Town and Malacca Straight
š§ Road blocked sometimes, check updates
š„ Parts of a temple building destroyed by fire in 2021 š„µ Steep uphill climb can be tiring in hot weather
š§ Bring enough water for the climb
š Funicular available for uphill transport (ticket required). Visitors ascend a stairway lined with shops.
š® Visit during Chinese Festivals for decorative lighting
š° Entrance is free, funicular requires a ticket.
š Daily, 07:00 to 18:30.
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