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| Minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city is the tropical isle's natural heritage - the emerald green hills and golden sandy beaches. Penang is one place where you can shop, sunbathe, hike, cycle and stroll all day. Leisure activities abound - from scuba diving to beachcombing, tennis, golf, and riding. Beaches and fishing villages Most activities are centred around batu Ferringhi and Tanjung Bunga where popular beach resorts are located. Watersports facilities like parasailing and windsurfing are easily available, as are restaurants and picturesque fishing villages. Tropical Spice Garden Flourishing with perfumed greenery, the eight-acre garden showcases a collection of more than 500 varieties of flora from around the world, with a particular emphasis on herbs and spices. Botanic Gardens This sprawling 30-hectare garden boasts troops of long-furred monkeys, a waterfall and some of the most colourful plants on the island. Penang Hill Historically a hot weather retreat for the British colonialists, the hill comprises a series of low peaks which provide a majestic view of the isle. A key attraction is the canopy walk - one of only three in Malaysia. Penang Bird Park This 2-hectare park is located just 5 minutes' drive from the Penang Bridge. It is home to more than 300 species of birds, as well as fishes, reptiles and deer. Penang Butterfly Farm Just outside of Batu Ferringhi, the Butterfly Farm is a covered garden teeming with hundreds of species of butterflies. Founded in 1986, it is the first tropical butterfly farm in the world. Other interesting places to visit The Penang National Park , the Aquarium of the Fisheries Research Institute, Tropical Fruit Farm , a traditional Malay village at Kampung Seronok and the Penang Forestry Museum are just some of the many enchanting attractions to explore when you are in Penang. |
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