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8 Days in George Town: Unveiling the Hidden Gems

Mohamad Muchtar

Mohamad Muchtar

19 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of George Town, Malaysia. Discover ancient temples, immerse in local culture, and marvel at stunning street art. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Trip to George Town

Day 1Royal Palaces, Historic Forts, and Serene Cemeteries
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$13

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$ 6

Beihai Doumu Palace RajaUda
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
41 - 50 min

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Fort Cornwallis
Preserved 18th-century English fortress with some original buildings, plus a cafe & guided tours.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Protestant Cemetery
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
Day 2Divine Churches, Captivating Street Art, and Tranquil Temples
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$0

St. George's Anglican Church, Penang, Malaysia
This 19th-century place of worship is known as the first Anglican church in Southeast Asia.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Penang Street Art
These urban murals throughout the UNESCO-listed historic district depict life & culture in Penang.
9:15 AM - 10:15 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.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3Sacred Shrines, Traditional Jetty, and Tourism Delights
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$0

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$ 3

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
9 - 14 min

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Penang Global Tourism
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4Architectural Marvels and Spiritual Serenity
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$32

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
Historic Chinese clan temple & museum with detailed architecture, murals & stone carvings.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$31
4 - 6 min

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Goddess Of Mercy Temple
Elaborate Taoist temple dating to 1728 & dedicated to Guanyin, a bodhisattva & Goddess of Mercy.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
Day 5Temples of Tranquility and UNESCO Historic Wonders
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$0

Hainan Thean Hou Temple 天后宮
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
Day 6Burmese Beauty and Hindu Heritage
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$0

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$ 3

Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
Burmese-style Buddhist temple, founded in 1803, with elaborate, colorful stupas & sculptures.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
Historic hillside temple known for its steep, winding stairway approach & carved ornamental columns.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Majestic Temples and Artistic Treasures
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$13

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$ 3

Kek Lok Si Temple
Hilltop temple complex characterized by colorful, intricate decor & many Buddha images.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
19 - 23 min

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The Art Gallery, Penang (Open by Appointments Only)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 8Cave Temples and Ancestral Heritage
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$0

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$ 3

Bats Cave Temple
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Han Jiang Ancestral Temple
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $72 In total

Activities & Food:$57
Transport:$16