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*updated 04March2013
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To Do On Penang Island

"A place to find the art of doing nothing, and to do it slowly. Relax and enjoy."

Must Do 

(Attractions Organized Geographically
from the Northern Tip to the Southern End of Penang Island) 

Penang Butterfly Farm

A well maintained enclosure with a variety of free roaming butterflies. Fruits and nectar pods encourage butterflies to rest and dine, a perfect setup for budding photographers.

It also has a wide selection of, exotic live and preserved insects, small reptilians in its enclosures as well as a great interactive, touch and feel presentation, educating the public on large stick and leaf insects as well as giant millipedes.

Located a drive past Batu Ferringhi shopping stretch and easy to find with large signages pointing to Penang Butterfly Farm. 
Click here for ABBA location of Penang Butterfly Farm No. 830, Jalan Teluk Bahang
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Penang Toy Museum
(NOW CLOSED!!)

 This unassuming bunker, has a respectively large collection of toys and large statue busts, replicas. Some of the toys on display go far back with one-hit-wonders like, Biker Mice From Mars, and some classics, like ghostbusters. Almost all genres are represented in this space.

Worth a look for those looking to reminisce.
Click here for Review from Trip Advisor
Caution: It has however have a for-lease signage which may either mean a complete closing down or under new management.

Click here for ABBA location of Penang Toy Museum, Jalan Tanjung Bungah

Batu Ferringhi

*images taken from internetStreet side vendors selling anything and everything. From faux clothing brands, watches, toys, bootleg DVDs and music CDs, to bags, side lamps and various trinkets. It's all about the Barter Game and who gives in first.

A great variety of products, colorful atmosphere and good food along the stretch to keep you entertained. Open from night till late.
Click here for ABBA location of Batu Ferringhi

Penang Botanical Gardens

Looking for a nature walk and hike and see wildlife? By that I mean be prepared to be hounded by very bold and daring monkeys which roam the grounds.

You can purchase peanuts from the vendors outside the park to feed the monkeys, but once inside, be very careful as these wild monkeys may snatch at the peanut bags when you are not looking. They recognize food containers, so either keep them concealed or hidden from sight.

Overall a fun experience, just be aware of the risks and be smart in concealing your packaging. They will leave you along when you have nothing left to give.

Click here for ABBA location of Penang Botanical Garden Jalan Kebun Bunga, 10350, Pulau Pinang, 10350, Malaysia

also see Batik Factory Outlet

Batik is synonymous with Malaysia. Take a look at the intricate process of batik printing and painting at this factory outlet. Free entry. Located along road entry into Penang Botanical Gardens.

Kay Lok Si

A giant goddess of mercy statue, stands overlooking Air Hitam, offering patrons and worshippers alike a panoramic view of Penang.

Click here for ABBA locatiin of Kay Lok Si, No. 1, Tokong Kek Lok Si, 11500, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Prangin Mall, Komtar

The malls are interconnected via aero-bridges and have a wide range of offerings.

Prangin mall offers many non-mainstream brand clothings as well as bootleg DVD and PC softwares on the top floor, with some dedicated computer shops.

Adjacent to Prangin is ICT digital mall @ Komtar to fulfill the rest of your computer and digital needs, from original to third party batteries, branded cameras, LED lighting solutions and much more. It is still under construction to have the entire building fully operational. 

A revival attemp of the once crowning glory that which was Komtar, the tallest point in the city center. 
Click here for ABBA location of Komtar malls, Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong, 10100 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 

Penang Snake Temple

*Pictures from internet source
As the name suggests, a temple filled with non-venomous tree snakes. A definite unique experience as you are free to touch and stroke these unattended snakes which litter the temple grounds.

Click here for ABBA location of Penang Snake Temple, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia