Penang Hill is a must see destination on the island of Penang, and Dave and Kim ride the surprisingly fast funicular train to the top to escape the heat. This 2022 video shares the Penang Hill ticket pricing and process along with the views from Bukit Bendera.
Getting Out of the Heat
Penang Hill is a hill resort made up of a group of peaks near the center of Penang Island, in the Air Itam suburb about 9 kilometers west of George Town. The cooler air at the top has drawn visitors for generations, and the couple was told it is a must see. They were not disappointed.
The Penang Hill Train
The Penang Hill Train is really a funicular, a railway pulled by a cable up the steep slope, and it was surprisingly fast. The ride itself is half the fun, climbing from the tropical lowlands to the hilltop in minutes with views opening up along the way.
Tickets and Process
The video shares the Penang Hill ticket pricing and the process for getting up the hill, practical details that save time and confusion at the station. Knowing the flow in advance helps on busy days when lines for the funicular grow long.
Bukit Bendera Explained
Penang Hill is also known by its Malay name, Bukit Bendera, which actually refers to Flagstaff Hill, the most developed of the peaks. The video gives a feel for what is at the top and why the hill remains one of the island's signature outings.
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