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Kek Lok Si Temple

Penang 60m
Best Time
Year round
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About Kek Lok Si Temple

Kek Lok Si is the largest and most famous Buddhist temple in Malaysia, standing prominently on the slopes of Air Itam. Known as the "Temple of Supreme Bliss," it features a 7-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architectural styles, a massive 30.2-meter bronze statue of Kuan Yin (Goddess of Mercy), and thousands of beautiful lanterns during Chinese New Year.

💡Why Visit?

Visit to admire the massive Buddhist architecture, see the towering Kuan Yin statue, and witness the incredible illumination during Chinese New Year.

Languages
MalayEnglishHokkienMandarin
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Quick Facts

RegionPenang
CountryMalaysia
Altitude60m
Budget StayMYR 70.00*/night
Budget FoodMYR 25.00*/day
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🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Aug · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 29°C annually. Avoid travel in Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Aug
🌧️Rain
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Temperature25° – 29°C
💧
Rainfall290mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov due to extreme conditions.

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Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
MYR 70.00*/night
  • Air Itam guesthouse
  • George Town budget hotel
🏨 Premium
MYR 180*/night
  • Central George Town hotel
  • Air Itam vacation rental
✨ Luxury
MYR 450*/night
  • Boutique heritage hotel in George Town
  • Eastern & Oriental Hotel (George Town)

Local Cuisine

⭐ Air Itam Asam Laksastreet
⭐ Sister Curry Meestreet