One of the most iconic heritage sites in Air Itam, the Kek Lok Si Temple, also known as the Temple of Supreme Bliss, is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. Its construction began in the late 19th century and continued over the years, making it a blend of Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architectural styles.
Adress: Kek Lok Si Temple, Jln Balik Pulau, 11500 Air Itam, Penang
Operating Hours: 8.30 a.m.- 5.30 p.m.
Located close to Kek Lok Si Temple, this historic temple is the first Burmese Buddhist temple in Penang. It was founded in 1803, and its pagoda and structures reflect Burmese architectural influences.
Adress: 24, Jalan Burma, Pulau Tikus, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Another significant temple in the area, Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram, is renowned for its reclining Buddha statue, which is one of the largest in the world. The temple showcases exquisite Thai architecture and is a vibrant hub for Thai cultural celebrations.
Adress: 17, Lorong Burma, Pulau Tikus, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Birch House is a heritage building along Dato Kramat Road in George Town, Penang. It was built to serve as the office of the tin smelting plant of Escoy Smelting, known in the late 20th century as Eastern Smelting. The 5.3 hectare site of the tin smelting plant is now developed as Penang Times Square, and Birch House is being retained as McDonalds.
Adress: 73, Birch House, Jalan Dato Keramat, George Town, 10150, Penang
Operating Hours: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Air Itam has several old shops and shophouses that have been in existence for decades. These traditional establishments contribute to the town's heritage ambiance and offer a glimpse into its past commercial activities.
Adress: 25, Lbh Armenian, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
The Penang Hill Funicular Railway station itself is a heritage structure. The railway, built in the early 20th century, still retains its colonial charm and offers visitors a nostalgic journey to the top of Penang Hill.
Adress: Penang Hill, Bukit Bendera, 11300 Bukit Bendera, Penang
Operating Hours: 8.30 a.m.- 5.30 p.m.