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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.
4 km · about 10 min drive
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Perai
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
About Perai
Perai works well as a base: 10 minutes from George Town, 4km from Penang Bridge.
Perai is in Penang, Malaysia, with about 65,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is George Town, about 6 km away.
Perai is a suburb of Seberang Perai in the Malaysian state of Penang. It lies at the southern bank of the Perai River and borders Butterworth to the north.
The area now known as Perai was obtained by the British East India Company in 1800, with the Perai River serving as the boundary between the newly acquired BritishRead more
territory and Kedah to the north. A nascent railway line was built between Perai and Perak in the 1890s, transforming Perai into a transit point for the export of tin. Perai became heavily industrialised in the late 20th century.
Today, Perai is home to an eponymous industrial zone, as well as the adjacent township of Seberang Jaya. The town is connected to Penang Island via the Penang Bridge and contains several facilities of the Port of Penang.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Perai?
Within an hour or so of Perai: Penang Bridge (4 km), George Town Street Art (6 km), George Town, Penang (7 km), Kek Lok Si Temple (12 km).
Are there any good drives near Perai?
The nearest famous roads are Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata).
Where is Perai?
Perai is in Penang, Malaysia, about 6 km from George Town.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 65,301
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Penang
- Timezone
- Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Coordinates
- 5.3833, 100.3833
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Worth the detour from Perai
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.
6 km · about 10 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.
7 km · about 15 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.
12 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Penang Hill
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
14 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Perai
- Right herePenang 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.
- Right herePenang Hill833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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