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Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple

Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, George Town

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Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple

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Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
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Klang, Malaysia81 contributions
Worth the climb
Jan 2022
A place that everyone should go. every step is worth the climb. The new temple is amazing. you will be wondering how they manage to build that is such a location. It's a miracle. Very calm and peaceful. A good place to meditate.
watch out for monkeys. Avoid bringing food and you may be attacked
Written 4 March 2022
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HANITHAA JEEVANDRAN @SEU338E
Penang Island, Malaysia83 contributions
Wedding bells 😍
Mar 2021 • Family
This temple is very famous for all the occasions. My family and I went over here a for a wedding few months back. Every year for thaipusam is a must that we all climb up to reach the top temple. This beautiful temple is such a blessing to visit.
Written 29 April 2021
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Gee K
Auckland Central, New Zealand7 contributions
Unique experience
Feb 2020
Temples are very sacred and holy. Walk to the hilltop temple was awakening experience. Should not be missed when you are in Penang
Written 10 March 2020
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Krypt0nkid
Singapore, Singapore27 contributions
Totally worth the hike up
Mar 2020
There are 512 steps up a hill to reach the top of this temple. Definitely not on a full stomach like us. The view on top of the hill was breathtaking and the temple was so peaceful. A must go for anyone visiting Penang, but be mindful of the dress code enforced. Please do clothes that cover ur knees and arms.
Written 9 March 2020
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Nandakumaran1963
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia214 contributions
Lord Muruga's Blessings
Mar 2020 • Solo
Visited the temple on 3/3/2020. The temple opens early and stays open for a very long duration. This enable the devotees to take long hours to pray and get the Lords blessings.
Written 4 March 2020
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Ns.mylifestyle
56 contributions
Fun walk up the stairs. Lots of monkeys though. Gorgeous inside!
Jan 2020 • Couples
You have to go. It’s amazing. People are so friendly and welcoming. Nice little exercise too! A must see in Penang! Leave a little $$$ please.
Written 7 February 2020
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Ramesh
3 contributions
Superb Tanneermalai temple
Dec 2019 • Family
Good view of scenic atmosphere coupled with world class facilities that attract everyone without fail
Written 7 January 2020
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YONGMAN
Ampang, Malaysia36 contributions
WORTH A VISIT IF YOU'VE TIME
Nov 2019
The time when I was at this place was decades ago. Now it has been transformed into a tourist attraction as well as a place of Hindu worship.
Written 17 December 2019
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r1karegina
Wuxi, China632 contributions
Must visit temple
Dec 2019 • Couples
One of Hindhu temple that you must visit in Penang. You have to climb up about 513 stairs and there's a lot of monkeys, dogs, cats, and goats up there. Please be aware that the temple is not open 24 hours, they only open at 6 am and 5:30 pm. When I was there, I didn't know about this, so when I was on top, the time was 3 pm and the temple still close. But the climb up was very worth it. The atmosphere is really peaceful and soothing.
Written 3 December 2019
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Jack T
San Diego, CA25 contributions
Loved the climb up.
Nov 2019
There are monkeys everywhere, which is entertaining. The climb was nice. Loved the quiet, peaceful ambiance at the top.
Written 10 November 2019
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