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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.
40 km · about 45 min drive
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Selama
Perak, Malaysia · Asia
About Selama
Selama sits on the route: 15 minutes from Serdang, 40km from Penang Bridge.
Selama is in Perak, Malaysia, with about 35,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Serdang, about 8 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Selama?
Within an hour or so of Selama: Penang Bridge (40 km), George Town Street Art (45 km), George Town, Penang (46 km), Kek Lok Si Temple (50 km).
Are there any good drives near Selama?
The nearest famous roads are Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata).
Where is Selama?
Selama is in Perak, Malaysia, about 8 km from Serdang.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 34,800
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Perak
- Timezone
- Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Coordinates
- 5.2236, 100.6926
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Worth the detour from Selama
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.
45 km · about 50 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.
46 km · about 55 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.
50 km · about 60 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Penang Hill
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
52 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Selama
- 40 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.
- 52 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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