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Buddhist temples & pagodas
Snake Temple
Penang, Malaysia
The Snake Temple in Penang, built in memory of a monk in the 1800s, uniquely houses pit vipers amidst its incense-laden air believed to pacify them. Visitors can closely observe the snakes, adding an edge to exploring the temple's intricate design.
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- Best months
- Dec–Apr
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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