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Penang Bridge
The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.
23 km · about 25 min drive
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Kulim
Kedah, Malaysia · Asia
About Kulim
Kulim is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Lunas, 23km from Penang Bridge.
Kulim is in Kedah, Malaysia, with about 170,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Lunas, about 8 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Kulim?
Within an hour or so of Kulim: Penang Bridge (23 km), George Town Street Art (26 km), George Town, Penang (26 km), Kek Lok Si Temple (32 km).
Are there any good drives near Kulim?
The nearest famous roads are Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata).
Where is Kulim?
Kulim is in Kedah, Malaysia, about 8 km from Lunas.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 170,889
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Kedah
- Timezone
- Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Coordinates
- 5.3650, 100.5618
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Worth the detour from Kulim
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
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George Town Street Art
A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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George Town, Penang
A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Kek Lok Si Temple
Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.
32 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Penang Hill
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
33 km · about 40 min drive
Driving roads near Kulim
- 23 kmPenang BridgeThe 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.
- 33 kmPenang Hill833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
When to drive here
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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