Penang, Penang Hill

Penang Hill Railway Station at the foot hill

Penang Hill located in the Middle of Penang Island. Due to the hot and humid weather at Penang, the British developed Penang Hill during colonial time to escape from the tropical weather. There are Bungalows dotted the Hill, you can rent one of these bungalows for a short stay at Penang Hill.




















Looking up to Penang Hill

There are few ways to get to the top of Penang Hill. The easiest and most comfortable way is to use the furnicular train. This too was introduced by the British in early 18th century. On the way up to Penang Hill, you can see picturesque view of Penang Island. The air cool down while the train inch toward the top of the hill. You need to change to another train which take you to submit at mid hill.

Midsection of the railway track

You can see descending train when the descending and ascending trains change track. The journey to the midhill station take about 15 minutes.

The Penang State Government is planning to change the train system by 2010. The new train will have more seats and passengers do not have to change train at midhill.

Panoramic view of Gerogetown and Ayer Itam

You can vaguely see thePenang Bridge that connect Penang Island to the mainland. Penang Island is hilly in the middle. Most of the development occurs at the coastal area which is less hilly. Ayer Itam town is in the valley of those hills.

Lunch or afternoon tea at Penang Hill