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5 Days in George Town: Unveiling the Hidden Gems

Anng Anng Wong

Anng Anng Wong

18 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through the cultural tapestry of George Town. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you explore ancient temples, vibrant street art, and opulent mansions. Get ready to be enchanted by the hidden gems that await you in this captivating city.

Trip to George Town

Day 1Temples of Tranquility
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$18

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$ 4

Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
Historic hillside temple known for its steep, winding stairway approach & carved ornamental columns.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Kek Lok Si Temple
Hilltop temple complex characterized by colorful, intricate decor & many Buddha images.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$18
Day 2Unveiling Georgetown's Historic Charms
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$0

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$ 4

Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Goddess Of Mercy Temple
Elaborate Taoist temple dating to 1728 & dedicated to Guanyin, a bodhisattva & Goddess of Mercy.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
Burmese-style Buddhist temple, founded in 1803, with elaborate, colorful stupas & sculptures.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 3Discovering the Fort and Temples of George Town
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$18

Fort Cornwallis
Preserved 18th-century English fortress with some original buildings, plus a cafe & guided tours.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Han Jiang Ancestral Temple
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Hainan Thean Hou Temple 天后宮
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4Immersing in Peranakan Culture and Street Art
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$44

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Opulent 19th-century mansion, now a heritage museum famous for antiques & appearances on TV shows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$44
7 - 10 min

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Penang Street Art
These urban murals throughout the UNESCO-listed historic district depict life & culture in Penang.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple
Buddhist temple complex offering open-air shrines, colorful decor & water views.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
Day 5Embracing the Spiritual and Architectural Wonders
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$44

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$ 4

Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
1800s Hindu temple, Kuala Lumpur's oldest, featuring a monumental, ornately carved entrance tower.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
240 - 288 min

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Chew Jetty
Wooden stilt houses built around a walkway in a waterside village dating from the 19th century.
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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世德堂謝公司 Cheah Kongsi Temple
1810 temple built by an ancestral clan featuring ornate Chinese design, with tours & events.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
Historic Chinese clan temple & museum with detailed architecture, murals & stone carvings.
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
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$44

Budget breakdown: $134 In total

Activities & Food:$123
Transport:$11