Good Fish Curry or Ikan Kari Asam Pedas at Restaurant Anuar Ani Teluk Ipil, Nibong Tebal

It has been few year i have posted any post in my blog, just starting to post back.

Went with my friend to Restaurant Anuar Ani at Teluk Ipil, Nibong Tebal Malaysia. The fish curry was really good.

It is located near Teluk Ipil Bridge at Nibong Tebal.

The fish curry or in Malay language ikan kari asam pedas really taste good sedap.

Bring your family there if you are there.

Penang City Taxi

Taking a taxi ride in Penang is very convenient to get from one point to another point, however it could be quite expensive compared bus.

Even tough the state government had enforced all taxi in the city to use meter, not many will adhere to it.

However, they have a common taxi rate. For short distances it is between is about RM 3 to RM 6. From Batu Ferringhi to Georgetown it will cost about RM 30. Whereas from Batu Ferringhi to the airport it will cost about RM 60.

Ride Rapid Penang Bus, if you're not in a hurry.

Useful Taxi Numbers

• BJ Radio Taxi : + 604 643 0161
• Georgetown Taxi : + 604 229 9467
• Jade Auto Company : + 604-2263015
• Super Radio Taxi : + 604 281 8766
• Sunshine Radio Taxi : + 604 642 5961
• Taxi Drivers Association : + 604 262 5721

What to do in Batu Ferringhi

atu Ferringhi is Penang's famous beach and one of the most happening night spots on the island. You can just bask in the sun, take a swim or indulge in any of the water sports such as jet skiing and banana boat ride.

However, if you want something more thrilling, go for parasailing in Batu Ferringhi Beach. It is water and air sport, that is suitable for all ages with a normal health level.

Once you have put up the harness which is tied to the parachute, the boat operator will take you up into the air. The ride will take about 5 minutes, but it's something that you don't want to miss when you're there.

You can also go for horse riding at the beach. For you own safety, the care taker will lead the horse while you're enjoying the ride.

Finding a nice place to eat is not a problem while staying at Batu Ferringhi. Restaurant's that you want try would be The Lebanon Restaurant, The Ship & Eden Seafood Village Restaurant. There is a mamak restaurant shop that operates for 24 hour.

Plus, don't be afraid to taste street food in Batu Ferringhi, you will be spoilt with variety of food offered by the vendors.

Finally, you can explore the pasar malam, the street-side night market where inexpensive trinkets are sold. Don't forget to bargain with the vendors to get better deal.

Batu Ferringhi Beach

Jet Skiing in Batu Ferringhi

Parasailing in Batu Ferringhi

Penang Bridge

Thank Allah & the government for expanding Penang Bridge.

It is totally a smooth ride from Butterworth to Penang Island , after the bridge has been expanded from 2 lanes to 3 lanes.

Before this is if there was any mishap at the bridge, like an accident or lorry overturns, it will cause severe traffic jam and loss of productivity.

Plus, the heavy traffic between mainland and Penang Island itself in the morning rush hour and the evening after work is real trouble some.

Any disruption to the bridge will almost has an immediate impact the economy of Penang Island. Since it is cheaper to rent or buy a house in mainland than in Penang Island, most of Penang Free Trade Zone workforce use the bridge.

For completing the expansion work on time, thumbs up for the contractor (UEM Builders).

Now we done have to worry much about traffic jam in Penang Bridge !

Quick Facts about Penang Bridge.

Length : 13.5 km, 8.4 km above water

Year Built : 1982

Year Completed : 1985

Official Open to the public : 14 September 1985

Project Duration : 3¾ Years

Bridge Design Name : Cable Stay Concrete Girder

Main Contractor : Hyundai Engineering & Construction. Co. Ltd, Korea

Consulting Engineer : Howard Needles & Tammen, Bergendoff Intl. Inc. SA/JK(SEA)

Tol Price : RM 7.00

Penang Bridge

Penang Bridge | Facing Penang Island

Jerejak Island

Penang Island

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St George’s Church Penang, South-East Asia’s oldest Anglican church

St George’s Church Penang, South-East Asia’s oldest Anglican church and the largest in Malaysia.

Completed in 1818 under the initiatives of Penang Colonial Chaplain, Rev. Robert Sparke Hutchings .

Cost about 60,000 Spanish Dollars and built by Indian Convicts. The church architecture is based on Western neo-classical style and George Palladian design.

Former British Governor of Penang Colonel John Alexander Bannerman’s daughter married there to Governor E. Philips Esq on June 30, 1818. During world war 2, St George Church escaped Japanese bombardment. Most of the walls, porch, columns and pillars are still intact. From 1941 till 1948, the church had no roof.

Due to it's historical significant in Penang, St George Church has been recognized as one of National Heritage Building in Malaysia.

Mass service are held on every Sunday at 8.30 a.m till 10.30 a.m for Christianits. On weekdays, it is open at the discretion of church officials. Admission is free

It is just walking distance from Little India area and also Masjid Kapitan Keling. From Penang Jetty take Rapid Penang bus and get off the bus at Little India, then take a walk to the Church.

For details about traveling in Penang via bus, please visit Rapid Penang Site. Buy a Rapid Penang Tourist Passport for only RM20 and enjoy a week of unlimited travel onboard all Rapid Penang buses.

There are lot of accommodation choices for you according to your own budget and needs.

Penang accomodations near St George Church are as follows:

Hotel Royal Penang

Hotel Bayview Georgetown

Hotel Mingood

YMCA Penang Hotel


Enjoy your stay in Penang !


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Penang Religious Site | Tanjung Bungah Floating Mosque

Tanjung Bungah Floating Mosque

In your way to Batu Feringhi beach you will pass this nice mosque located at Tanjung Bungah beach.

Our Federal and State government spend nearly RM 15 million to build this mosque.

Unique for it's design and built on top of sea, it gives a new inspiration for Islamic architecture.

There are two more mosque in Malaysia built on top of water surface. One in Kuala Ibai built near Kuala Terengganu beach and another is the Putrajaya Mosque.

This mosque can accommodate up to 1500 worshipers at any time and has parking lot for 250 cars.

The main reason you want to be here as tourist is to have some ideas about Islamic architecture and also you could have a look how does a Muslim's worship place looks like.

A mix of middle east design and local architecture which creates a nice and peaceful environment to have our daily prayer.

Plus, we could take a short break or nap before continuing with our daily chores.

You don't need to pay any fee to enter the mosque, but please follow the dressing code. Just ask the locals if you need assistance, they will be please to assist you.

Take Rapid Penang Bus number * U101 to get there or via taxi.

For details to travel by bus in Penang, please visit Rapid Penang Website at http://www.rapidpg.com.my

To enjoy great saving traveling Penang on bus, then I would like to recommend to you to buy Rapid Penang Tourist Passport for only RM20 and enjoy a week of unlimited travel onboard all Rapid Penang buses.

You can get Rapid Penang Tourist Passport at the following outlets.

Rapid Penang Sdn Bhd (Head Office)

Lorong Kulit, 10460 Penang.

Tel: 04-238 1313 | Fax: 04-228 1070

Rapid Penang Information Booth at the Penang International Airport

Rapid Penang Weld Quay Bus Terminal

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Rapid Penang Contact & Address

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Lorong Kulit,

10460 Penang

Telephone: 04 - 238 1313

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Floating Mosque Address

Masjid Terapung,

Jalan Tanjung Bungah,

Penang

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Penang Religious Site | Masjid Kapitan Keling

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Masjid Kapitan Keling (Kapitan Keling Mosque)

The Kapitan Keling, one of the oldest mosque in Penang. Built in 1801 , the mosque land was granted by Sir George Leith, then the Governor of Penang .

Kapitan Keling Mosque got the name from Cauder Mydin Merican, who was leader of Muslim settlers there and popularly known as Kapitan Keling.

Kapitan Keling engineered the construction of the mosque and was the main contractor for the project.

For details about Mr Cauder Mydin Merican history and his descendants, please visit the following articles.

1. Merican In Malaysia
2. The Forgotten Saint of Penang

After series of renovation, it has been given a new face lift and has rich mogul architectural design.

The mosque is located at Masjid Kapitan Kling Road (formerly known as Pitt Street) between Chulia Street and Buckingham Road.

You could easily get there by Rapid Penang Bus. For the route map and their schedule, please visit http://www.rapidpg.com.my/places-of-interest/where-to-go/

Just opposite the mosque there is a good food stall (Nasi Kandar Stall) that you must try if you visit the mosque.

You wouldn't miss the stall when you enter the mosque through the main entrance facing the Masjid Kapitan Kling road.

The mosque welcomes visitors and tourist , however you need to dress properly to enter the mosque. If you don't have proper attire, please get it from the mosque officials.

For further details, please get in touch with Pulau Pinang Tourism Contact Centre at 604 264 3494 / 263 4941 or via email at mtpbpen@tourism.gov.my

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