Batu Ferringhi

Malaysia / Pulau Pinang / Tanjong Bunga /
 town, suburb
Batu Ferringhi is a suburb within the city of George Town. It is situated approximately 11km northwest of the city centre, encompassing the northernmost tip of Penang Island between Teluk Bahang to the west and Tanjung Bungah to the southeast. With stretches of golden beaches facing the vast Malacca Strait, Batu Ferringhi is one of Penang's top tourist destinations. Among the several hotels hugging the beaches are Hard Rock Hotel, Double Tree by Hilton, Golden Sands Resort and Park Royal Resort.

Sir James Lancaster, a British privateer, discovered this area in 1592 on board the Edward Bonaventure. However, it was only in the 1970s when Batu Ferringhi's beaches were developed as a tourist attraction. Batu Ferringhi has since experienced rapid urbanisation, turning it into an upscale suburb. One of the most favoured areas for expatriates within George Town, Batu Ferringhi is also home to Uplands International School, one of the top international schools in Penang.

Batu Ferringhi was among the worst-hit areas in Penang during the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

On a clear day, Mount Jerai, which lies in Kedah, can be seen from the beaches of Batu Ferringhi. Tourists at Batu Ferringhi could enjoy a variety of leisure activities as well, including paragliding, horseback-riding and a bustling night market selling knock-off goods.
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Coordinates:   5°28'22"N   100°15'26"E

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  • Batu Ferringhi lies at the heart of Penang's tourist belt. From the mid 70's to the early 90's, the Batu Ferringhi stretch saw massive construction as hotels line the shore one after another. In their wake are highrise condominiums offering splendid views of the sea overlooking the mainland. On a clear day, you can see Kedah Peak, also known as Gunung Jerai. To view photo and read more about Batu Ferringhi, go to: http://www.asiaexplorers.com/malaysia/batu_ferringhi.htm
  • Kat sini banyak maksiat la wei..kalah Hawaii...Nak tunggu tsunami mai sekali lagi kot
  • nie hang buat macam tak pernah usya blue.. kot hang nanti kena tsunami.. lagi satu cara hang tulis macam ada experience ja.. pernah buat kat sana kot...
  • asas
  • Maksiat berada di mana2..
  • I used to swim along the beach when I was a child.
  • I have came here,
  • hi everybody !
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