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Penang’s northern shoreline is famous for its beautiful beaches of golden sand and water sports activities. The Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang beaches offer expansive stretches of glittering sand interspersed with secluded coves within the shelter of gigantic rocks. It is along this famous coastline that resorts of international standard have sprouted up, offering a host of water-based recreational facilities. This includes The Shangri-La’s, Copthorne Orchid Hotel, Bayview Beach Resorts and many more.
If you crave for privacy, you can head for Monkey Beach, Pantai Keracut and Pantai Mas accessible via the trails in the Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve from Teluk Bahang. Another beaches at Penang southwestern is The Pasir Panjang Beach which is a good clean stretch for swimming and can be reached after a 25-minute hike over hilly land from Betong.
Batu Ferringhi is no doubt one of the famous or “famous in the world” Many tourist come to the beach in drove especially during the holidays season. Pubs, restaurant, shops, hotels is easily available and there is even a daily night market for those who want to try their bargaining skills.
Photos tell a thousand words, enjoy it!
Batu Ferringhi beach
Batu Ferringhi watch tower
