Set at an altitude of 821m above Penang’s capital, Penang Hill is a great place for tourists to visit! Upon reaching up there, tourists will be able to instantly feel the difference in temperature as compared to any other places in Penang, as it is about 5 degrees cooler up there at Penang Hill. Being on top, tourists will also be able to have a bird’s-eye view of Penang, which is absolutely breathtaking. Tourists who are visiting Penang Hill will be surrounded by flora and fauna that have been protected since 1960. With all the plants and trees, the air is definitely fresher up there! To get to the top, there will be two choices. First, is by taking the Penang Hill Railway which usually takes about 30 minutes to reach to the top. Second, for tourists who are hiking enthusiasts, you can have the choice of hiking up to the top!