a must place to visit when you are in Penang. prepare to walk many steps to the peak to pray to the lady Guan Yin. come during Chinese new year to soak in the sea of festive light

Nice temple in Penang, is a must to visit when reach penang a lot cultural staff can learn here

The Kek Lok Si Temple (Chinese: 極樂寺) is a Buddhist temple within the city of George Town in the Malaysian state of Penang. Located at Ayer Itam, it is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia and an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other parts of Southeast Asia

Must visit during Chinese New Year! They will light up during CNY only and very nice!

there are 2 trams to reach the location where Goddess of Mercy is situated. there were some ritual events on the day of visit so the Q for tram (2nd tram) is about 20mins in the shop area which was quite stuffy.

Kek Lok Si Temple is situated in Jalan Balik Pulau, Air Itam, Penang. This Buddist temple is a hilltop temple complex characterized by colorful, intricate decor, numerous Buddha's statues and paintings. There have beautiful landscape and gardens, plus the hilltop views. The iconic Pagoda is the main attraction, visitors can admires the gorgeous panoramic views on the top. Opening hours: open daily from 8.30am - 5.30pm.