gum disease DO NOT take risk - how to prevent gum disease

Gum disease DO NOT take risk,  use gum interdental brush NOW !!!

as you age, your gum is easily infested which resulted your tooth easily bent or drop off.

to prevent gum problems, doctor strongly recommended the use of interdental small brush to have healthy gum

for a package of 10 qty , it will costs about sin$5

i understand in japan or korea, it is very CHEAP.  buy when you holiday there !!!!

Gum disease is caused by plaque which accumulates around the gums and in susceptible people causes a gap or pocket to appear between the tooth and the gum. If left untreated the bone around the teeth dissolves away and a tooth affected by gum disease may show signs of bleeding gums, looseness, spaces appear around neighbouring teeth, swelling and discomfort.


Poor tooth cleaning, plaque and red gums

Smoking worsens both the severity and prognosis of gum disease. If you are susceptible to gum disease a small amount of plaque causes a lot of problems.

Cleaning daily with floss or interdental brushes is ESSENTIAL to maintain gum health

Treatment of gum disease is targeted to attempt to optimise your tooth cleaning (plaque control) via effective brushing and interdental cleaning and to scale away historical debris. Sometimes the gum disease is too advanced for simple treatment to be effective so gum surgery is needed to clean away debris effectively

Long term follow up and continued high standards of tooth cleaning are ESSENTIAL to keep gum disease under control. If this tooth cleaning slips significantly the gum disease will re-establish itself. If gum disease is left untreated multiple teeth will be lost via gum disease in the fullness of time.

Durian in Penang

By Alan Tan
sgtravellers.com
Thursday, May 22, 2014

Besides its Unesco World Heritage attractions in George Town and beautiful beaches, Penang is also famous for its hawker street food, in particular, its Peranakan cuisine. These attractions often form the "must-see", "must-experience" part of the tour itinerary of this city.

What is less known and often overlooked by visitors is the western part of the island, where a lush expanse of greenery, paddy fields, fruit and durian farms with its surrounding villages, provide an interesting peek into the countryside and "kampung" lifestyle of the locals.

For fruit and nature lovers, Penang's western region has much to offer. In particular, there is an abundant supply of tropical fruit such as cempedak, mangosteen, rambutan, papaya, langsat and, of course, durians.

King of fruits

"Penang's durians are the best, especially those from Balik Pulau" say Richard and Lilian, our gracious hosts.

Situated in the south-western region of Penang island, Balik Pulau is about 35 minutes drive from George Town. Perhaps with its fertile soil along hilly terrain and temperate weather, the durian farms nestled around this rustic and laidback town are often credited with producing the finest of durian varieties in Malaysia.

Among its more famous varieties are the "Musang King" or Mao Shan Wang, "Ang Heh" (Red Prawn), "Ang Bak", D700, D24, D2, D16, melon-shaped Hor Lor, among others.

For good measure, we even tasted one variety of durian named after "Lin Feng-Jiao", the wife of Hong Kong superstar Jackie Chan.

Eating durian, like most "exotic delicacies" around the world, is an acquired taste. As evident in the wide selection of durian varieties, their taste, texture and aroma can be wide-ranging and yet unique to each variety.

For example, the "Musang King" is light yellow in colour and very aromatic. It has a bittersweet taste, creamy texture with generous flesh and small seeds. "Ang Heh" with its distinctive strong yellow colour is more creamy, less fibrous and sweet with just a hint of bitterness and the "Lin Feng Jiao" lends towards bittersweet.

Scenic route

We were treated to scenic views of Penang Island driving along Jalan Tun Sardon (Penang State Road P14), a hill road which winds its way steeply across the central hill linking Balik Pulau on the western side to Paya Terubong and Relau in the eastern suburbs.

At the crest, the highest point along Jalan Tun Sardon, there is a convenient viewpoint called Anjung Indah. The name means "beautiful porch" in Malay.

And there was a beautiful porch with outdoor park benches and tables fashioned in the shape of tree stumps to blend nicely with the wooded and leafy surroundings.

From here, looking westward is the panoramic view of Balik Pulau and facing south-east reveals another viewpoint of Bayan Lepas with the Malacca Straits visible in the distance.

Well shaded by mature trees, the mild morning sun and hillside cool breeze against a backdrop of panoramic views make this stopover an idyllic picnic and rest area.

The nearby public toilet, washing facilities and ample car park added to the convenience.

Not surprisingly, the annual Penang Durian Festival is held at this Anjung Indah location.

Organised by the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia, Penang Durian Festival, which runs from June 1 to July 31, is a major annual event on the Penang tourism cultural calendar. During the festival, major durian suppliers and growers from famous plantations and farms set up stalls to sell their produce. Different varieties of durian and their prices are displayed at each stall.

Visitors get to sample and buy the best of the durian varieties at the start of the durian season.

Durian farms

There are durian farms all around the Balik Pulau vicinity. While several of the more popular ones, notably Bao Sheng Durian Farm and Penang Tropical Fruit Farm, offer organised tours and even farm stay, many others are open to "walk-in" visitors for a short visit, durian tasting and buying durians off the farm.

Driving along Jalan Balik Pulau, we stopped over at Air Itam Dam durian farm. Though "unscheduled", the farm staff was very friendly and welcoming.

Within minutes of stepping into the durian orchard, our initial "bewilderment" must have "telegraphed" our city folks' origin. Sensing our "nature-deprived" vibes, the farm staff graciously encouraged us to explore freely and to take photos. They even volunteered to pose for me.

To see durians in their most natural state and to walk in the orchard of towering durian trees, some well over 24m in height and with prolific cluster of durians hanging on each tree, was certainly an eye-opening and interesting experience and the highlight of the trip.

GUIDELINES

Most regional airlines including SilkAir, Jetstar and Air Asia fly direct from Singapore to Penang.

- The most convenient way to visit the durian farms is by car or taxi. Taxi and car hire (with driver) arrangement can be made through some hotels, do check with hotel concierge.

- Public buses are also available. Visit http://www.rapidpg.com.my/ for details.

- For abundant tropical fruit, the best time to visit is from May to August.

- Some popular durian growers (eg. Bao Sheng & Penang Tropical Fruit) offer organised tours and farm stay packages. For details, visit websites of Bao Sheng Durian Farm (www.durian.com.my) and Penang Tropical Fruit Farm (www.tropicalfruits.com.my).

Singapore - lost of singapore passport

Lost / Stolen / Misplaced Singapore Passport
It is recommended that Singapore citizens make a photocopy of their passport and Identity Card before they leave home, so that they can be identified by these documents in case they lose their passport. Citizens are also advised to keep their Singapore National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) separately from the passport when travelling.

If a passport is lost / stolen / misplaced and you need to return to Singapore urgently, you must:

Lodge a police report at a police station in the country where the passport was lost /stolen. Please request a copy of the report. In some cases where this may not be possible, citizens should request an acknowledgement slip or receipt;

Call / email the Singapore High Commission as soon as possible to report the loss of the passport;

Schedule an appointment to see the consular officer;
Bring along the following documents on the day of the appointment:
original police report (if any)  proof of Singapore citizenship status (NRIC, birth certificate, citizenship certificate, marriage certificate)

2 passport - sized colour photographs
A copy of flight itinerary / electronic ticket to Singapore (if any)

After the citizen’s identity has been verified, the High Commission can issue a Document of Identity to enable the citizen to return to Singapore. Upon his / her return to Singapore, he / she must surrender the Document of Identity and apply for a replacement passport at Immigration & Checkpoints Authority.

Websites of other Singapore Missions in China
http://www.mfa.gov.sg/content/mfa/overseasmission/shanghai.html

Beijing
Chengdu
Guangzhou
Shanghai
Xiamen

guangzhou
Address:
Unit 2418, CITIC Plaza Office
Tower, 233 Tianhe North Road, Tianhe District,
Guangzhou 510613, People’s Republic of China
Tel: +86-20-3891 2345
Fax: +86-20-3891 2933
(Consular)
+86-20-3891 2123

(Visa)
Email: Singcg_gzu@sgmfa.gov.sg
Operating Hours:
Mon - Fri 8.30 am - 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm - 5.00 pm

Submission of Visa Applications:
Mon - Fri 9.00 am - 11.00 am
Closed on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays in China

Collection of Visa:
Mon - Fri 4.00 pm - 4.30 pm
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Emergency Contact:
Singaporeans who require urgent consular assistance after office hours please contact +86-1392 2296 253.

Please Note: General and visa enquiries will not be entertained at the emergency contact number.

bangkok**********************
Address:
129 South Sathorn Road
Bangkok 10120

Operational Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9.00 am - 12 noon and
1.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday: Closed
Tel: 001-66-(2) 286-2111 (during office hours)
Fax: 001-66-(2) 286-6966 /
001-66-(2) 287-2578
E-Mail:  singemb_bkk@sgmfa.gov.sg

Singaporeans who require urgent consular assistance after office hours should call the Duty Officer at H/P No. number 66-(81) 844-3580.

Address:  Unit 901, 9th floor,
Admiralty Centre Tower I
18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong
Telephone:   001 (852) 2527-2212
Fax:  001 (852) 2866-1239

E-Mail:  singcg_hkg@sgmfa.gov.sg

Operational Hours:
For General and Trade Enquiries:-
Mon. – Fri.
9.00 am – 12.30 pm
2.00 pm – 5.30 pm

For Visa:-
Mon. – Fri.
10.00 am – 12.00 noon
(individual submission)
4.00 pm – 5.00 pm
collection)
Closed on Sat, Sun and Hong Kong SAR’s Public Holidays and Singapore National Day on 9 August

Singaporeans who require urgent help, please click on consular services for advice
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Bangkok temple in Ayutthaya - Wat Panananchoeng

Famous Temples in Ayutthaya- a MUST VISIT temples

Wat Panancheong at Ayutthaya- a MUST VISIT temple also known as 'Sum Poh Kong' temple also housed several Guan Yin

Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, another MUST VISIT temple in Ayutthaya

Wat Mahathat - famous buddha head in tree

Wat Chai Wathanaram - no head buddha

Wat Phra Chao Phananchoeng is located southeast of Ayutthaya island at the confluence of the Pasak River and the Chao Phraya River.


According to historical records a first temple was built at the site in 1324 A.D. (before the founding of Ayutthaya). 

The Huge Buddha image - made of brick and mortar and covered with stucco - sits in the
classic posture of Subduing Mara. It measures (approx) 14 meters at the lap and 19
meters in height including the ornament above the head. Thai people call it “Luang Phor
To” or “Great Reverend Father”, Chinese or Thais of Chinese origin call it “Sam Po
Kong”. It is one of the largest, oldest, beautiful and revered Buddha images of Thailand
Wat Phanan Choeng is a busy wat, with many Thai people worshipping there. They reportedly offer worship to the image and obtain predictions of their luck. You will also notice a lot of Chinese characters and writing before entering the main building. Chinese people name the image 'Sum Poh Kong', which means 'Good Luck in Boating'.

The Buddha Image itself measures 14.25 meters from knee to knee, and 19 meters in height (including the ornament above the head). Is has the posture of Subduing Mara (as so many Buddha Images in Thailand). While it is constructed of bricks and mortar, the Buddha Image now is completely gilded.

This temple is different from most other temples you may visit in Ayutthaya, since it is a 'living' one. Many Thais (and Chinese) worship here. At the time we visited a ceremony was taken place, where the robes of the Buddha Image were being changed

Belief
Faith in the magical power of Luangpho To has traveled far. People believe that praying to Luangpho helps make their trade flourish and brings about achievement in their career. Parents whose child falls ill frequently offer their child to be Luangpho’s godchild, or make an offering with a candle and incense sticks and pray for Luangpho’s power to ward oft the ailment. The Chinese pray for wealth and happiness, and they often bring Luangpho To a robe, fruits, food or dessert as offerings. In practice, not just praying, people should follow the Dhamma offering respect to Samma-ajiva and Sammavayama which means having the right career and right effort, respectively. Those who practice the Dhamma shall be loved by others, receive compassion and succeed in business.

Visit by Zheng He

The temple was visited in 1407 CE by Zheng He, a Chinese eunuch admiral from Yunnan who leading his second Ming imperial voyage.
He bestowed gifts upon the temple in a great ceremony that
included Siamese royal participation, and is today remembered
by Thai-Chinese visitors who still visit the temple in his honour.
Beside the temple is the big chao praya river where there are many big fishes.  you can purchase fish foods from the stalls and feed the big fish as a form of good karma.

GETTING THERE:
By Car

From Bangkok, one can get to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya by various routes:
* Take Highway No.1 (Phahon Yothin) via Pratu Nam Phra In and turn into Highway No.32, then, turn left to Highway No.309 to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.


* Take Highway No.304 (Chaeng Watthana) or Highway No.302 (Ngam Wong Wan), turn right into Highway No.306 (Tiwanon), cross Nonthaburi or Nuanchawi Bridge to Pathum Thani, continue on Highway No.3111 (Pathum Thani – Sam Khok – Sena) and turn right at Amphoe Sena into Highway No.3263 to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.


* Take Highway No.306 (Bangkok–Nonthaburi–Pathum Thani), at Pathum Thani Bridge Intersection, turn into Highway Nos.347 and 3309 via Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre, Amphoe Bang Pa-in, to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.


* Take Expressway No.9 (Si Rat Expressway) via Nonthaburi – Pathum Thani and down to Highway No.1 via Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre, turn left into Highway No.3469 towards Bang Pahan and turn right at Worachet Intersection to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.


By Taxi
One can also contact a taxi for pick up at the international airport of Bangkok. For example: Car Service, phone: +66 (0) 2819 5390, email: raksacharoen@hotmail.comThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ). Advance booking possible. ~1200Bahts one way.


By Minibus (Van)
Convenient minibus service (can get stuck in traffic, but makes no stops like regular buses) operates from the Victory Monument square in Bangkok. Take BTS Skytrain to the Victory Monument station, and go right on the elevated walkway - keep on it until you cross a large road, then descend - the buses are parked at the side side of the main traffic circle). The cost is usually ~70 baht, takes around 1 hour or 1 hour 20 min. It's quite convenient since you don't have to go to bus terminals (nearby Mochit) but the only problem is that the minibuses don't have much space to put big bags and have to wait until the car is fully filled.

Minibuses (van) from Kanchanaburi can be arranged by guesthouses or any tour operators for around 350 baht.

By Train
The cheapest and most scenic way of reaching Ayutthaya is by train. It regularly departs from Bangkok's Hualamphong Train Station and stops in Ayutthaya. The trip takes about 2 - 2.5 hrs depending on the type of service. Second class seats(A/C) cost 245 baht, third class is just 20 baht (no reservations and seats are not guaranteed). (Fares in April 2010) Check time table here: http://www.railway.co.th/English/Time_HTML.asp (Please note that fares listed on the Thai railways site are out of date and incorrect).

Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, another MUST VISIT TEMPLE in Ayutthaya

Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon was constructed in the reign of the King U-Thong (Ayutthaya’s first monarch) in 1357, for the returned monks of a predominantly strict order trained in Ceylon. The temple is also known as Chao Phraya Thai Temple. The key attractions in this place of worship are the huge Pagoda and big image of Reclining Buddha. The pagoda is in bell-shaped, about 60 meters high, built on a mound of raised soil with steps going up to the Buddhist image positioned halfway to the top. The main Pagoda is enclosed by 4 minor pagodas. In front of the pagoda are the stumps of columns which once hold up the top of the temple. The pagodas in the temple was built in 1592 to celebrate King Naresuan the great’s single-handed defeat of the Burmese Crown Prince after an elephant back combat in the same year.

Inside this tourist attraction, the big image of Reclining Buddha was also built in the era of King Naresuan the Great as the meditation place for the king. Comparable to all the temples and palaces in Ayutthaya, the temple was raided by the Burmese when Ayutthaya was taken in 1767. Nowadays, the temple is still functioning. There is a museum about King Nareusan of Autthaya located inside the temple as well.

Getting There:
Bang Pa-in Rd (1 km east of Wat Phananchoeng). 8PM-6PM, daily. Admission: 20 baht

Open Hours : Daily 08.00 - 18.00
Admission Fee : 20 Baht

Wat Mahathat - famous buddha head in tree

Wat Chai Wathanaram - no head buddha

Getting to Ayutthaya :  (if you find it a hassle, i suggest hired a taxi about baht 2000 for whole day from Bangkok City)

If using public transport, we suggest you go to Ayutthaya either by train or by minivan.

Many trains leave daily from Bangkok's Hua Lamphong railway station (which is located at the MRT subway terminal). They often stop there on the way up further north. The train ride takes about 90 minutes, half of which is spent getting out of Bangkok. Probably you should avoid the few second-class trains. Being rather unaware of the difference in price, we paid 315 baht for a one-way ticket and got a ride in a rather delapidated passenger car. But you get air-conditioning and a free meal is included. The third-class trains costs only 15 baht if I remember well, in any case much less. Interestingly, our second-class train was almost full, with people that I doubt would (or could) fork out 300 baht for the ride, so likely there is two-tier pricing at work.

If your hotel is in the eastern or middle part of Ayutthaya, you should walk west (go opposite of railway station) towards the river, just 200 meters away. There is a ferry service that takes you over the river for just a few baht, beats making a big detour over the bridge, a few kilometers south, with a local tuktuk.

Minivans leave regularly (every 30 minutes or so) from Victory Monument in Bangkok (at the Victory Monument skytrain station). It takes just over an hour to reach Ayutthaya (depending on Bangkok traffic). The minivan's station in Ayutthaya is off Naresuan road (Ayutthaya's free-wheeling bus station). It costs only 60 baht one-way. Be aware that Thai minivan drivers take more risks than advisable, so using a minivan is just a bit less safe than going by train.

Buses from Bangkok are not practical, since you first would have to get to the Norhern Bus Station. It just takes too much time to get there.

Two of the chedis at Wat Phra Sisanphet.


Getting around in Ayutthaya :
A lot of the historical monuments are clustered together. Nevertheless, since we are talking about big temple compounds here, it would take just a bit too much energy and time to walk from one temple to another. The way to go is by bicycle. Bicycles can be rented all over town, prices vary between 40 and 100 baht a day. You will not get an upmarket mountain bike though, just a cheaper model, which may be quite reliable though. Make sure to check the tires and brakes. You may be able to get a lock, but certainly not all shops will provide you with one.

While there are a lot of wats in the middle and western part of Ayutthaya, some interesting ones are located on the outskirts of town, that is outside Ayutthaya 'island'. We went to Wat Yai Chai Mongkol (east of town), which is about 5 km by bike, and Wat Chai Wattanaram, (west of town), which we estimate is about 10 km. The roads are OK, the traffic in Ayutthaya a bit awful, also with many double-parked cars.

Wat Phanan Choeng, an interesting temple, is located just southeast of the city. Be aware that there is a ferry service that can get you there, and you take your bike on the boat, just be a bit careful.

Use suntan when cycling around Ayutthaya! And put it on your wrist and fingers, and on your shins and feet if you do not wear socks. The sun here can be treacherous.

There are a lot of tuktuks available. You have to negotiate the price. Groups of tuktuk drivers often are located together in certain locations, and then you seem to have to negotiate with the 'boss' of the gang, who will designate the driver. We took a tuktuk to visit Wat Phutthaisawan (south of town) which costs us 200 baht (we did not negotiate), and the driver waited there for us about 90 minutes. It may be useful to combine a visit to Wat Phutthaisawan with a visit of Wat Chai Wattanaram (300 baht?). You could probably use a tuktuk if you visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or even Wat Yai Chai Mongkol if you are a bit tired or not fit.

map of temples in ayuthaya
source:  http://www.ayutthaya2020.com/ayutthayamap.asp

Bangkok Floating Market Bang Nam Phueng

PLACE: Bang Nam Pheung Floating Market
LOCATION: Wat Bang Nam Pheung, Tambon Bang Namphueng, Phra Pradaeng District
OPENING HOURS: Weekends, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

if you do not wish to join the famous bangkok floating market where you need to wake up very early morning, you can visit Bang Nam Phueng on your own.

Getting There:
take the BTS skytrain to Bang Na station, take the stairs down exit 2 and catch a taxi to Sam Phawut pier (tha sam phawut). From there, catch a mint green cross-river ferry for four baht to Wat Bang Nam Phueng Nok, then a motorbike taxi for around 20 baht to the market.

Foods to avoid in China

Source: The strait times SOSHIOK

Travelling to China? Here are some foods you definitely want to avoid:

Here is his list of food to avoid, as reported on theepochtimes.com:

1. Milk

Do not consume any milk products besides pure, fresh milk. Avoid UHT (ultra high temperature) processed milk. as it destroys nutrients together with bacteria.

Preservatives, flavoring and thickening agents are also used to make milk taste better.

Stay away from yoghurt as it often contains substandard ingredients. Check labels to avoid products made from milk powder and reconstituted milk.

2. Vegetables

The overuse of pesticide is very common in China. A common misconception is that pesticides on vegetables can be washed off.

However, the most commonly used organic phosphorus pesticide is not water soluble. It sticks to the leaves like oil, and is very hard to wash off.

Some pesticides are applied to the plants' roots and are absorbed into the plant, and thus, have no way of being removed by washing.

Purchase organic produce from a reliable source (or start a vegetable garden).

3. Fish

Do not buy live fish at the market which people think is fresher and healthier. Frozen-fresh fish is a better choice.

Fish normally only survive eight hours after being caught and not the time that pass during transport and display at the market.

Thus, it is a common practice among fish venders to add Malachite Green (MG), an industrial dye, to the tank water to help the fish survive longer. It is a cheap way of killing bacteria, but is also a carcinogen.

4. Frogs and eels

Stay away from frogs and finless eels. Frogs and finless eels used to be considered delicacies but are in fact slow poison. Large amounts of pesticides can be found in frogs, who have big appetites.

Eels are also no longer safe to eat. Farmers feed contraceptives to finless eels to accelerate their growth, and this has become an unspoken-of industrial standard for eel farming.

5. Shellfish

Beware of shellfish. Rivers and seas are very polluted with heavy metals such as mercury, nickel, and chromium.

Shellfish eat plants and animals floating in the water or living in the mud and sand where the heavy metals are deposited.

Various kinds of pathogenic microorganisms are also found inside shellfish. When processing shellfish, it is difficult to reach a temperature high enough to kill these microorganisms.

When you order shellfish in a restaurant, the cook usually stir-fries it lightly, and you end up eating a lot of bacteria-along with the heavy metals.

6. Smoked foods

Stay away from smoked foods, including sausages. They often contain artificial colouring agents to make them look good, as well as excessive nitrate.

7. Restaurant meals

There are many issues with seafood served at restaurants. One is the common practice of using Formalin on seafood to improve its look and taste.

Braised pork is another dish to avoid in restaurants. Although it often tastes and looks much better than home made braised pork, the chemical Ethylmaltol is frequently used to give the meat a shiny, dark red colour and special flavor.

8. Frozen dumplings

Do not buy individual frozen dumplings. It is very likely the vender is selling expired dumplings that were originally packed in bags.

9. Roadside vendors

Stay clear of roadside food vendors. In the past, they used to be favoured for their delicious food and cheap prices, but pressure from inflation has driven roadside food vendors to seek cheaper ingredients, such as gutter oil for cooking.

Gutter oil is recycled oil collected from restaurant fryers, sewer drains, grease traps, and slaughterhouse waste.

It is also apparently widely used, with its own production chain and different groups in charge of dirty oil collection, transportation, sales, and even bribing of supervision departments.

Singapore Sightseeing - Singapore Train Map

Singapore Train Map (subway also known as Mass Rapid Transit) - a MUST HAVE map when you visit Singapore.

This MRT map provides info on all stations and the routes. this is a high quality map and can be further enlarge. RIGHT CLICK the map and download to your computer,
source:  www.smrt.com.sg

Singapore Tourist Pass

About the Singapore Tourist Pass

The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special ez-link card that offers tourist unlimited travel on Singapore’s basic bus services, MRT and LRT trains for the duration that it is valid. You can now take in the sights and sounds of Singapore in the comfort of the island’s extensive train system and public bus network. At wallet-friendly prices, you do not have to worry about having insufficient funds for your transport needs with the Singapore Tourist Pass. All you have to do is to purchase the Singapore Tourist Pass, chose the number of day passes you require, use for your unlimited rides on buses and trains, and refund the card before you leave Singapore!

The Singapore Tourist Pass comes in 3 options; 1-day, 2-day or 3-day passes.
Types of pass Pricing of Pass * Refundable Rental Deposit *
1 Day Pass $10 $10 *
2 Day Pass $16 $10 *
3 Day Pass $20 $10 *

*Each pass is subjected to a $10 rental deposit which will be refunded if you return the card within 5 days after the day of purchase.

*Each pass will allow for unlimited travel on basic bus services. It excludes rides on Premium bus services such as Express, Fast Forward, Night Rider, Nite Owl, Chinatown Direct, Jurong Island and Bus Plus services.

Singapore Sightseeing - Hop on and Off Bus about $25 unlimted ride


Discover Singapore through this hop on hop off tour! See the rich ethnic, cultural and historical heritage through the sights and sounds of the bustling ethnic enclaves. Along the streets of China Town, Kampong Glam and Little India, religious monuments nestle amidst quaint shop houses. Contrasting with the modern shopping malls, such as the Suntec City, there are serene gardens and sleek skyscrapers

Penang - Shopping, Foods and Sightseeing

Penang - Sightseeing, Shopping and eating

Penang George Town gained the eight placing in The Guardian’s list of 40 “Holiday hotspots: where to go in 2014”.  a MUST-VISIT place with many budget airlines and inexpensive place to travel. . 

Penang embraces modernity while retaining its traditions and old world charm. These are reflected in its harmonious multiracial populace and well-preserved heritage buildings which led to George Town being accorded a listing as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site

Penangites love to eat and is famous for its street food! Eating by the roadside stalls and coffee shops is an experience second to none as you watch locals of all races indulge in their favourite past time – food! 

The driest months are usually January and February. The wettest period is usually from September to November with August also being quite wet; frequent thunderstorms can be expected in these months.  Population about 1.6 million as at 2013

From Airport to Georgetown - the best method is by bus (not crowded at airport stop).  Taxi is very expensive about RMB55

(suggest take bus to the Georgetown area and take taxi to your hotel about rmb15)

Take Rapid Penang bus no. 401E from the Airport terminal building to KOMTAR about 90 minutes (first bus 5:30AM last bus 11:35PM, every 30 min; fare 2.70 RM, exact change necessary no return of change).

going to airport - if you have a lot of luggage and unable to take bus , we suggest you take taxi or hotel car about rmb30-40 and take about 30 minutes 

Penang Sightseeing

See Georgetown - Walking and by bus (mostly rmb1.40).  Penang Taxi driver do not switch on their meter, most charged rmb15 for short distance.
One of the best ways to sight see is to walk around Georgetown; but wear light clothes, start early in the morning, and put on plenty of sun-block during the daytime.  There is also a FREE shuttle bus in Georgetown areas.


 

Purchase UNLIMITED Rapid Bus Passport for RM30 valid for a week FREE ride
Without the hassle of scrambling for loose change to pay for bus fares, strongly suggested purchased a weekly Rapid Bus “Passport” for RM30 from the airport and entitled to a week of unlimited travel onboard all Rapid Penang buses.

more info at:  http://www.rapidpg.com.my/places-of-interest/where-to-shop/

FREE CAT shuttle bus service
Free CAT shuttle bus service that will take you to various places of interest in Georgetown, covering a route to Weld Quay, and back.

Stop 1: Pengkalan Weld
Swettenham Pier
Church Street Pier
British Council
Boustead and German Merchant Houses (5 Units)

Stop 2: Ferrry Terminal
Pengkalan Tun Raja Uda
Wisma Yeap Chor Ee
Wisma Kastam
Lim Clan Jetty, Chew Clan Jetty, etc.

Stop 3: Little India
Little India
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang Heritage Trust
Old OCBC Building
1886 Building

Stop 4: Immigration
Immigration Building
Standard Chartered Building
HSBC Building
Royal Bank of Scotland (formerly ABN Amro Bank)
Logan’s Building
Jubilee Clock Tower

Stop 5: Bank Negara
Bank Negara Malaysia
House of Yeap Chor Ee
Town Hall
City Hall
Fort Cornwallis (inc. Francis Light Statue & Lighthouse)
Cenotaph
Dewan Sri Pinang
Stop 6: Museum
Penang Museum
St George’s Anglican Church (inc. Francis Light’s Memorial)
Church of the Assumption
Supreme Court
Logan Memorial
Convent Light Street
St Xavier’s Institution

Stop 7: Lebuh Muntri
St Francis Xavier Church
Hainan Temple
Francis Light’s Tomb
Segara Ninda
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Stop 8: Lebuh Campbell
Benggali Mosque
Chowrasta Market
Penang Bazaar

Stop 9: Central Komtar
Komtar (bus terminal - buses to most part of penang)
Prangin Mall
Pacific Komtar
1st Avenue

Stop 10: North Komtar
Ong Kongsi
Komtar
Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam
Gama
Church of Our Lady of Sorrows

Stop 11: Jalan Kedah
Tune Hotel
Masjid Titi Papan
Dato Koyah Shrine
Saw Khaw Lean Heah Kongsi

Stop 12: Chowrasta
Chowrasta Market
Penang Bazaar
Penang Road Cendol

Stop 13: Komtar Timur
Prangin Mall
Masjid Pintal Tali
Ghee Hin Hall of Heroes

Stop 14: Lebuh Carnarvon
Li Teik Seah Building
Campbell Street Market
Penang Islamic Museum
Sun Yat Sen Penang Base
Penang Heritage Corporation Office

Stop 15: Kampung Kolam
Khoo Kongsi
Cheah Kongsi
Lim Kongsi
Yap Kongsi
Choo Chay Keong Temple
Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple
Acheen Street Mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque
Nagore Shrine
Han Jiang Ancestral Temple

Stop 16: Court
St George’s Church
Kuan Yin Teng
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
Supreme Court
Chinese Chamber of Commerce
Bank Negara Malaysia

Stop 17: Sri Pinang Hall
Dewan Sri Pinang
Town Hall
City Hall
Supreme Court
Logan Memorial
Cenotaph

Stop 18: Cornwallis Fort
State Assembly Building
House of Yeap Chor Ee
Foo Tye Sin Mansion
Fort Cornwallis (inc. Francis Light Statue & Lighthouse)

Stop 19: Lebuh Downing
General Post Office
Islamic Council Building


From Fort Cornwallis, stroll down Lebuh Pantai, the financial sector of Penang with its ultra-modern buildings housing banks and commercial institutions. Then turn right into Lebuh Bishop with its stores of embroidery works, silks, batik and antiques. A left turn takes you into Lebuh King featuring traditional row houses and temples. Another right turn brings you to "Little India" at Lebuh Pasar. This is the place for sarees, Indian trinkets and jewellery. The sweet scents of flowers and incense pervades the air as do the tantalising odours of spicy Indian curries that whet your appetite. Little India is also Chettiar territory where money lending flourishes to this day.


A short walk brings you to the intersection with Lebuh Pitt (Jalan Masjid Kapitan Kling). This street owes its fame to the places of worship of various races Kapitan Kling Mosque, The Kuan Yin Temple and the temple dedicated to the God of Wealth, Tua Peh Kong. After the intersection of Armenian Street, Pitt Street gives way to Cannon Street, so named for the crater in the street said to be caused by the firing of cannons by the British in 1867 to quell the triad riot. A short walk away takes you to the magnificient Khoo Kongsi or Clan house of the Khoo family - a living testimony of fine Chinese architecture featuring ornate carvings and other decorative features.

On the other side of town at Jalan Pintal Tali are junk shops where you may chance upon a rare antique item or fascinating bric-a-brac in porcelain or glass. The main throughfare, Jalan Penang, is lined with pre-war shophouse offering a range of modern goods - from textiles to electronic and photographic equipment. At Lebuh Campbell, the heart of Penang's Chinatown, are traditional Chinese medicine shops offering exotic oriental herbal remedies and jewellery shops glittering with gold.

Street Art in Georgetown, Penang
Street Art in Georgetown, Penang
Certain old buildings in Georgetown have been given a new lease of life when funny and fascinating graffiti art is painted beautifully on the walls. The mass of the artwork can be found along Armenian Street, Cannon Street, Acheen Street (Lebuh Archeh) and Ah Quee Street. It is quite a fun place to get lost in. Smart shops keep your eyes out for the street art on the gable ends of buildings. Besides having a bicycle rental service at the Armenian Street, you can also find a famous painting where two small children riding a bicycle look almost real.

some of the street art picture

Penang Famous Chinese Temple - Kek Lok Si Temple, Air Itam
Kek Lok Si Temple, Air Itam

The temple, built in 1890, took 20 years to complete. Reputed to be the largest and most beautiful Buddhist temple complex in South-east Asia, it features gardens, a giant turtle pool, shrines and beautiful sculptures. The seven-tier pagoda is a shrine dedicated to Boddhisattva Tsi Tsuang Wang, one of the enlightened who declined to enter Nirvana so that he could help bring others to salvation.




temple tile donation for good luck

wishing ribbon donation

temple garden growing the "Hulu" bottle.  this special bottle in your home will bring good luck !!!

 

Opening Hours: Early morning to late evening.  Admission is free.

Getting There:

it is quite far away about 30-40 minutes

you can take bus no 203 from komtar bus terminal about rmb2.  
Going there, we strongly recommend taxi about rmb25-30 as it will take you to the top of the temple otherwise alot of walking.
Coming back, we recommend taking bus as it is easy to walk downhill.

Penang Hill to have a good view of Georgetown
Penang Hill, near Kek Lok Si Temple.
The hills of Penang - Western Hill, Tiger Hill, Strawberry Hill, etc. are popular among visitors and locals who flock to the cool hills at weekends and during holidays. A 30-minute journey by funicular rail takes visitors to summit of Flagstaff Hill of Bukit Bendera which offers panoramic views of Georgetown and the mainland beyond said to be especially beautiful at nightfall. A bird park, souvenir stalls, restaurants and a hotel are also available at the mail recreational area.

The funicular rail service begins at 6.30am and ends at 9.30pm Fare: RM4.00 per adult and RM2.00 for children.



Wat Chayamangkalaram- Thai Temple (World's Third largest sleeping buddha 33 metre) short walk from Gurney Drive Mall
Wat Chayamangkalaram- Thai Temple
17 Lorong Burma (short walk from Gurney Drive)
Opening hours: 6.00am - 5:30pm Everyday.  Admission is FREE

The Buddhist temple of Thai architecture houses a 33-metre gold-plated reclining Buddha - said to be the third largest in the world. The niches behind the statue house urns containing the ashes of devotees.

The temple dates back to 1845 and is built on land given to the Thai people by Queen Victoria of Great Britain during their rule of the island.

How to get to the Reclining Buddha Temple : Bus 101 from Georgetown is the best bus to catch. You can catch this bus from the Jetty or Chulia street, which then goes to KOMTAR and then along Jalan Burma. The temple is on your right hand side. You can't really see if from the bus so you will have to ask the driver to let you off there.  Other buses that also run near the temple are the 10, 103 and 104.

Penang Clan Jetty
The Weld Quay Clan Jetties Waterfront Settlement

The houses used to have atap roofs but these have since been replaced with zinc sheets. The six clan jetties may be located at the backwaters of George Town but the 6ha area is home to a priceless piece of Penang’s history and a living heritage that serves as a reminder of one of South East Asia’s most important maritime ports.

The birth place of many community leaders and successful merchants, Weld Quay is a crime-free settlement – a claim several residents attest to.  Here, people consider their neighbours family and would bend over backwards to help each other – a rarity in this modern day and age.

The settlement’s oldest resident is 91-year-old great-grandfather Chew Boon Cheang from Chew Jetty. The friendly old chap doesn’t speak a word of English but will flash the warmest smile whenever he sees a tourist visiting the settlement.

Getting There:  take any bus the end at the Jetty Bus Terminal few minutes walk to the clan jetty.

Penang Famous Beach - Batu Feringghi
The most accessible, well-known and developed beach on Penang is Batu Feringghi, which has a good selection of water sports, accommodation and dining options. For a break from the bustle of Georgetown head here for some relaxing time on a white sandy beach and try your hand at parasailing or windsurfing – it’s hard to beat.

The night market here is vibrant with colourful crafts and delicious food.
Batu Feringghi Night Market

Jalan Batu Feringghi comes alive every night as vendors set up stalls along it after dusk. Offering everything from fake designer bags to dirt-cheap pirated DVDs and home deco items to souvenirs, Batu Feringghi’s night market is Batu Feringghi’s main tourist attraction - not to be missed when visiting the northern part of Penang. Its reputation is so legendary that some have been known to come here on a regular basis solely for the night market. Best of all, you can still bargain for the best prices.

Opening Hours: Daily, 19:00 – Late
Location: Along Jalan Batu Feringghi, from Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa to Shangri-La’s Golden Sands Resort


Batu Ferringhi - Seafood Restaurant
Golden Thai Seafood Village @ Batu Ferringhi
No: 69-A, Jalan Batu Ferringhi,
11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang.

Golden Thai Seafood Village is the latest restaurant serving seafood and pork-free authentic Oriental & Thai cuisine with live performance of Malaysian Cultural Show in the tourist belt of Batu Ferringhi, the resort island of Penang






Famous Hainanese Foods at Batu Ferringhi
Famous Batu Ferringhi Hainanese and Seafoods - Beach Corner Restaurant
Jalan Batu Ferringhi (Beside Tarbush Restaurant), Penang
Tel: 012-4729113 / 016-4222113
Business Hour: 12pm – 2:30pm & 6:00 – 9:30pm
Closed every Wednesday

specialty dish at Beach Corner is Asam Fish Curry, Clay Pot Yam Duck, Choon Pheah (spring roll). The crispy spring roll is deep-fried golden brown and choked full with yam bean, carrot, cabbage, mushroom, meat, prawns and chives.  Belacan Fried Chicken Wings and Hainanese Roasted Lamb served with lady fingers.

Penang Shopping

Prangin Mall near KOMTAR bus terminal) has 6 floors that go on forever and there is virtually nothing you can’t get from clothing, computer accessories, DVD, software and more. Nearby Prangin Mall, there are 5 more malls.  KOMTAR bus terminal is just nearby walking distance.

the famous teochew chendol (branch) is also inside the Prangin Mall.

1st Avenue Mall, Jalan Magazine, Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia,  walking distance near KOMTAR bus terminal.  is an 11 (eleven) storey upmarket shopping mall in George Town. It is bordered by Magazine Road, Lebuh Lintang, Tek Soon Street and Carnarvon Street.

In order to facilitate smooth pedestrian traffic flow, two overhead bridges are being construction, one linking 1st Avenue Mall with Prangin Mall while the other with ICT Digital Mall at Komtar.

Penang Biggest IT Mall - ICT Digital Mall
Opening times: Daily, 11am-9pm

Address: Unit No 1B & 1D, 1.01-4.01, KOMTAR, Jalan Penang, George Town, Penang.
https://www.facebook.com/ICTKomtarDigitalMall

Established in 2010, ICT Digital Mall was part of the local government’s project to revitalise the flagging retail at KOMTAR. Linked by a sky bridge to 1st Avenue, ICT Digital Mall is the biggest IT department store in Penang island, selling all kinds of gadgets and electronic goods, from cell phones to computer products.

Penang Gurney Mall (beside another shopping - Paragon), is an 6 storey shopping mall with many shops and restaurant.   beside is the famour Penang Gurney Drive Open Hawker

Coffee Tree mycafe my favourite 4in1 coffee with durian

available in snacks shop or at Penang Airport titbits shop

bought this lobster cracker at penang airport titbits shop

Best Tau Sar Peah in Lorong Burma (there are several shops near one another).  the famous are:

Ghee Hiang (several branches) at Jalan Burma, Tel: 04-262 0635  and Him Heang(no branches), 162A Jalan Burma, Tel: 04-228 6129

Ghee Hiang Branch at Jalan Burma Road

another famous also at Jalan Burma Road

Penang local snacks/titbits - at the airport, there is a shop that sells all local snacks,  however may not have all the items and is slightly expensive.
Chowrasta Market - you can find most of the stuff.

Flea Market, Farmers Market, and Butcher
Penang Road, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang

Penang Biggest GIANT hypermarket
Penang Biggest Giant Hypermarket (near snake temple and airport)
address:  No. 78, Jalan Tengah, Bayan Baru 11900
Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, MALAYSIA
Tel: 04-641 2133
Getting there:

Rapid Penang Bus 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 307, 308, 401 and 502 are some of the buses that pass through Jalan Mayang Pasir in front of Giant Hypermarket.

Penang Eating
Asia Greatest Eating Places

Famour Penang Foods - Asam Laksa, Buk Kut Teh, Cha Kway Teow, Chendol, Big Bao, Lor Bak(ngoh hiang),Rojak, Popiah and many more)

Penang food is a mix of traditional Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes, as well as fusion cuisines such as Baba Nyonya, or Peranakan, which incorporates regional ingredients and Chinese and Malay cooking methods.

All of it can be found in hawker centers and shop houses throughout George Town.

Penang Famous Hawker - Gurney Drive Hawker

Gurney Drive Hawker Centre, also known as Anjung Gurney is one of the most well-known hawker centres in Penang. It is located just next to Gurney Plaza. Serving a large number of tourists every evening, this is also the place where the locals will bring their foreign friends to have a taste of local fare. This place is mostly viewed by the locals as being touristy (just like Newton Food Centre in Singapore) and the standard of the food here may not be as good as elsewhere. Nevertheless, it is still a very convenient one-stop centre for those who want to try all the popular local food at one place.


This hawker centre operates only in the evening and the most popular stalls sells out at about 10pm. The ‘must-try’ food here are the typical Penang street fare – assam laksa, fried kway teow, prawn noodles, wantan noodles, rojak, satay, lok-lok and barbequed seafood.

must-try Gurney Drive Rojak,  won many competitions,  

Penang Famous Nasi Lemak At Gurney Drive Hawker using trans-fat free low cholesterol palm milk

Nasi Lemak Cili Bilis
No 1 Gerai Kawasan Penjaja Gurney Drive (Anjung Gurney)
Padang Kota Baru, Pulau Pinang  Tel: 017 4928848
Business Hour : 5pm to 10pm

THE delicious nasi lemak that draws hundreds each day in Anjung Gurney, Penang, owes much to the use of santan sawit instead of the traditional coconut milk.

According to the 50-year-old, santan sawit, or palm milk, is trans-fat free and low in cholesterol and it makes the rice less fatty but equally flavourful, a boon to the health-conscious people.

This stall also sells Santan Pulut. The glutinous rice steamed using fresh coconut milk is eaten with either durian or mango.

Penang Famous Teochew Steamboat
Goh Huat Seng Restaurant (吴发成菜馆)

59-A Kimberley Street
Georgetown  10100 Penang  Tel: +604-2615811
Business Hours : 5.30pm – 9.30pm

Closed : Every alternate Monday

- "Chim choe", crisp minced-pork & crab meat fritters wrapped in tofu sheets.

- 8-Treasure steamed vegetables which included salted mustard leaves, Napa cabbage, shitake mushrooms, dried oysters, Chinese black moss, etc.
- Oyster omelette.
- Fishball and seaweed soup.
- Teochew-style steamed garoupa fillets, with salted vegetables, tomatoes, ginger and sour plum.
- Braised sea-cucumber stuffed with minced pork.
Dessert was some incredible empanadas filled with sweetened yam paste.

famous teochew yam

                                   

Penang Famous Hawker Street - Lorong Bahru start at 5pm.
more foods stall and variety compared to Gurney Drive Hawker
Lorong Baru (New Lane), Off Macalister Road, Georgetown, 10040 Penang
Besides Sunway Hotel, Penang

Lorong Baru which literally means "New Lane" is well known Food Street. Located just foot steps away from the famous Sunway Hotel, the streets offered decent Penang food


This hawker street is located off the busy road of Jalan Mcalister. It is hard to miss the street as you could see a long stretch of lights during the night time. If that is not enough, there is the Sunway Hotel Penang signboard to greet you at the turning into the junction as one have to pass by the this street before reaching Sunway Hotel.


Penang Asam Laksa - suggest NO CHILLI PADI

Pork Satay

Chee Cheong Fun with Penang Prawn Paster

 very tasty big bao i bought from the coffee shop.   the best bao  i ever eaten !!!

Famous Penang Teochew Chendol

you will find many chendol stalls in the street.  The famous Penang Teochew chendol  is located in Lebuh Keng Kwee street, off Penang Road. It is a walking distance from Komtar and Prangin Mall.  There are 2 stalls opposite each other claiming to be the famous penang chendol.

This is the popular chendol stall with singapore gurmit singh photograph.  if you are worry about the weather and eating in the street, you can go to their branch with sitting  in the Prangin Mall,  5 minutes away.

This is another chendol stall opposite original stall claiming to be famous.  

ask around if you are UNABLE to find the famous penang chendol
Chendol rmb2 per bowl
Mon to Fri : 10.30am to 7.00pm, Sat & Sun : 10.00am to 7.30pm
 

inside Kafe Joo Hooi (beside famous teochew chendol) - if you eat inside the coffee shop, you can bring the chendol inside.

beside chendol inside the Joo Hooi cafe

famous for the char kway teow (fried broad noodles),rojak and penang laksa (aka assam laksa) which is popular and well liked by locals.

Famous Penang Pandan Coconut

Famous Penang Pandan Coconut Jelly (must-try) now with branch in KL (KL CENTRAL in front CIMB). 

The taste of the pandan coconut and common coconut is totally different because Its juice is sweeterand has pandan fragrance. That is the reason why the local people use to call it 'Pandan Coconut'.  boss claimed no preservative and additives to produce the coconut jelly. After the husk of the coconut is removed, the coconut is cooked at high temperature and is subsequently cooled down fast into single digit. .coconut jelly is formed

Pandan Coconut Jelly can be obtained from Thum Enterprice of No. 240, Jalan Dato Kramat, 10150. It is located at the Junction of Jalan Dato Kramat and Jalan Melaka. opening hours: monday to sunday 7am to 7pm.

Location: Two blocks next to Penang Times Square, George Town, Penang

 

Famous Char Koay Teow at 358 Jalan Dato Keramat

Famous Char Koay Teow at 358 Jalan Dato Keramat (after eating the coconut jelly, you may wish to try the famous char kway teow near by)

Kafe Khoon Hiang - Ah Leng Char Koay Teow stall  358 Jalan Dato Keramat, George Town.
SIn Hwa coffee shop 329 Jalan Burma, George Town.

Famous Popiah Basah @ Jalan Dato Keramat Food Court
Jalan Johor off Jalan Dato Keramat, Penang

Operating Hours:

Mon - Sun : 10.00am - 10.00pm

Famous Famous claypot apom at Moulmein close and jalan burma road
Famous claypot apom at Moulmein clos and jalan burma road
Swee Kong Coffee Shop

opposite Pulau Tikus Police Station at the intersection of Moulmein Close and Burma Road.
Operating Hours  Tues, Wed, Fri – Sun 6am – 9am (sometimes 10am)
Mon  & Thurs Closed

Apom Manis is a common food in Penang originating from India that resembles crepes, popular for breakfast or just snacking.  so delicious that the Sultan of Pahang actually flies them into his Majesty’s palace once a month.

Penang Peranakan Restuarant at the Gurney Plaza Mall
The Little Nyonya Cuisine

170-B1-32B, Plaza Gurney
Persiaran Gurney, Penang Island, Malaysia
Tel:  04-227 0694. (reservation needed as it is crowded)

Some suggestions for main course includes Claypot Nyonya Curry Fish Head (princes ranges depending on size of fish) and Stir Fried Nyonya Squid (RM16). The traditional Peranakan Pengat Pisang (RM3.50) is a must try for desert, as it is rarely served in Penang restaurants.




Penang Famous Durian and Durian Fair 1st June to 31st july

Penang Famous Durian Farm near Batu Ferringhi (durian season June to August)
after the Titi Kerawang waterfalls.

BAO SHENG DURIAN FARM (349429-A)
150 Mukim 2, Sungai Pinang, 11010 Balik Pulau
Penang, Malaysia
F:604-829 9000 • M:012-411 0600 / 012-401 0800
Email: bsfarm@durian.com.my
Facebook: DurianSeng
GPS: N 5.24.1755 E 100.13.165

RAPID BUS ROUTES
401 from George Town, Queensbay Mall or Penang Airport,
501 from Balik Pulau,
101 from Teluk Bahang or Batu Ferringhi.

hotel stay is available in the farm:
2 Days 1 Night Package at only RM280 Per Room

• Queen-size bed • LCD TV • Air-Conditioning • Refrigerator
• Water heater • Private Swimming Pool

you can opt for buffet durian (basic durian rmb25) or la carte durian
SAVOUR THE CHAMPION (Level 1)
Available from 1 June to 15 August
RM35 per pax - Excludes Red Prawn and Hor Lor
RM45 per pax - Excludes Red Prawn
RM55 per pax - All Kinds of Variety
Savour the King of Fruits in a natural woodlands environment. The textures and flavours, ranging from the smooth and fragrant to the husky and bitter-sweet, will undoubtedly leave an exquisite taste in your mouth and an unforgettable experience to remember.

you can find durian around air hitam near the kek lok si temple during the January Period,  i suspect it is wild durian pick from the durian trees nearby.

a good durian stall in town areas beside the beside the Sun Yat Sen building in Lorong Susu/Mccalister Road

Penang Famous Ah Teik Durian Stall
Penang Ah Teik Durian Stall
Lorong Susu and Jalan Macalister Road
10400 Penang
Tel : 012 4383881 & 016 4158579
GPS Coordinates : N 05 24.961 E 100 19.465

Penang Famous Durian Fair 1st June to 31st july 2014
Penang Durian Fair (consecutive for past 10 years and is still very popular)
01 Jun 2014 – 31 Jul 2014

Durian lovers should not miss the Penang Durian Fair where the King of Fruits is featured as the main item. Savour fresh durians categorised according to grades as well as sumptuous delicacies made from durians. Although it is an acquired taste for the uninitiated, this controversial fruit will win the hearts of those who are brave enough to try!

Venue
Anjung Indah, Balik Pulau & Penang Times Square

Organiser
Penang Tourism Development & Culture Office
Level 53, KOMTAR, George Town, 10503 Penang
Phone:  +604-650 5316 / +604-210 8000
more info:  http://www.visitpenang.gov.my/portal3/