4.2
Scenic viewpoints
Penang Hill
George Town, Malaysia
Rising 833 meters above sea level, Penang Hill was developed as a retreat during the British colonial period, providing a respite from the tropical heat. Visitors ascend via the 2,007-meter funicular railway, the world's oldest of its kind in Southeast Asia, offering a vista of George Town and beyond.
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- Best months
- Jan–Apr
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