Bayan Lepas

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Bayan Lepas is based in Penang, Malaysia. The area makes up the south-east region of Pulau Pinang and includes the mid-way town of Gelugor, which separates Bayan Lepas and George Town, along with Batu Muang at the south-eastern tip of the island.

Travel to Bayan Lepas

Fly to Bayan Lepas

• Penang International Airport IATA Flight Code: PEN formerly Bayan Lepas International Airport | is located within Bayan Lepas and serves the entire state of Penang. From the airport you can take either a bus or taxi depending where in Bayan Lepas you need to go. Further information on the airport can be found in the main Penang#By_plane|Penang Halal Travel Guide.

Take a bus to Bayan Lepas

Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, located in the Bayan Lepas Area, provides connections mainly from Kuala Lumpur and Thailand by buses and serves the whole Penang Island. The ticket price for the buses are in the range of RM60-80 to Kuala Lumpur.

Rent a Car or Limousine in Bayan Lepas

Bayan Lepas has 2 bridge connections (Penang Bridge & 2nd Penang Bridge) with the mainland (Seberang Perai). The two bridges are easily accessible from the North-South Expressway which connects the whole west coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Get Around in Bayan Lepas

Rent a Car or Limousine in Bayan Lepas

Cars can be easily rented from the Penang International Airport. A wide selection of automobile rental services and cars available to choose.

Take a bus to Bayan Lepas

Rapid Penang offers good bus services to go around and connecting other areas to the Bayan Lepas Area. There is a Rapid Penang bus hub just in front of Bukit Jambul Complex that serves the Bayan Lepas Area, all bus lines which begins with the number 3 (eg.301) and bus line 401E would pass through the hub.

• Line 301 Relau to Jetty
• Line 302 Batu Maung to Jetty
• Line 303 Bukit Gedung to Jety
• Line 304 Bukit Gedung to Gurney Plaza
• Line 305 Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Teluk Tempoyak
• Line 306 Airport to Hospital Pulau Pinang (Penang General Hospital)
• Line 307 Batu Maung to Jetty
• Line 308 Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Gertak Sanggul
• Line 401E Jetty to Balik Pulau

What to See

• Fisheries Research Institute Aquarium A medium-sized aquarium that showcases mostly fish found in regional waters. Nothing fancy but quite informative and enjoyable.
• Penang Bridge With a span of 8.4km over water, it is one of the longest bridges in Asia. The bridge connects the island to the mainland (Seberang Perai) and offers great views of the port and city. You are not supposed to stop on the bridge but many Muslim use the emergency stop areas for a quick photo shoot. The bridge opened to public in 1985 and still is a major national landmark for Malaysia. The Second Penang Bridge GPS 5.29203,100.29359, an even longer bridge, opened in Nov 2013 and links Batu Muang to Batu Kawan on the mainland.
• Pulau Jerejak - Jerejak Island | Also known as the Alcatraz of Malaysia, because the island was once the location of the Jerejak Prison. This beautiful 362 hectare tropical island and is located directly across the channel from Bayan Lepas. The island is now open to the public as a recreational resort. Numerous outdoor activities including nature & historical trekking, mountain biking and archery are available; personal care such as aromatherapy massage, tired foot treatment, body scrub are also available. Unfortunately, you are advised not to swim in the sea around the Jerejak island because it is not quite clean. Ferries from Penang operate 06:30-00:30. Return trip fare for guests with room / event reservations: Adult RM6, Children RM3. Day trippers: Adult RM16 (include meals), Children RM3. Various lodging option available: tent for 2 persons costs RM80 per day, 2-bed room RM115, chalet RM220 or promotional 3D/2N package for 2 persons costs RM499.

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• Snake Temple Built in 1850 in memory of the famous Chinese monk Chor Soo Kong. The Snake Temple is on the edge of a highway and is well known for the fact that it has pit vipers living within the temple grounds. Legend has it that Chor Soo Kong, who was also a healer, gave shelter to the snakes of jungle. After the completion of the temple, snakes appeared on their own accord. Today and the snake population of the Temple of the Azure Cloud is very small, due to the urbanization of the area, but you can still see them coiled up on the altar tables and you can touch them, if you are brave enough. Originally and the snakes were said to be rendered harmless by the smell of the burning incense, but today, to be safe and the resident vipers are devenomed. There is a snake museum beside the temple where there are snakes galore and you can see a staff member occasionally handling an albino Burmese python. Museum admission RM5 for adults, free admission for temple.
• War Museum Located at southeastern tip of Penang, it's a large abandoned military fortress built in the 1930s by the British to protect the southern approaches to the island. The British Royal Engineers and a work force of local labourers blasted and dug into the hill to create a fort with underground military tunnels, an intelligence and logistic centre, halls, offices, ventilation shafts, artillery firing bays, sleeping quarters, cook houses as well as an infirmary.

Top Travel Tips

• Penang Golf Club - Formerly Bukit Jambul Country Club | Renovated in 2012, this Golf club is home to an 18 hole course and driving range. The club also has other facilities including a Japanese restaurant, squash courts, gym, tennis court and snooker rooms.

Shopping in Bayan Lepas

• Bukit Jambul Complex - BJ Kompleks | A shopping complex with 414 shops, a Mydin-hypermarket, food court, an amusement center that contain a 40-lane bowling alley and 6 cinema complexes. Lots of shops in the complex have been closed down, but you still get some affordable goods.
• Queensbay Mall - Bayan Baru. Opened in December 2006, Queensbay Mall is the island's largest mall. It is located next to the sea opposite Pulau Jerejak and is about 20 min trip from the centre of Georgetown. Five levels of retail and 8 levels of parking, Jusco as its anchor tenant, 17 junior anchors, a cineplex, some Halal restaurants and more than 500 retail merchants, including a Borders bookstore.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Bayan Lepas

Bayan Lepas - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Bayan Lepas, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bayan Lepas. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Bayan Lepas and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Bayan Lepas. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Bayan Lepas. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Bayan Lepas: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Bayan Lepas.

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Bayan Lepas, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Bayan Lepas, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Bayan Lepas and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Bayan Lepas, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Bayan Lepas, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Bayan Lepas without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bayan Lepas is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Bayan Lepas.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Bayan Lepas is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Bayan Lepas

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bayan Lepas

Ramadan 2025 in Bayan Lepas

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• [https://+Hotel+Penang&hotelId=556028&&.Zza863bac7fba84f2ea5e969b-206204 Eastin Hotel Penang
• [https://+Equatorial+Penang&hotelId=469187&&.Zzdefa182db1144fe485c8596-206204 Hotel Equatorial Penang Set 250 feet above sea level, Hotel Equatorial Penang is a 5-star hotel peacefully tucked away on a hillock. The hotel houses 662 guestrooms and suites. It is a popular choice for executive retreats and incentive group gatherings. It houses two columnless ballrooms and the Grand Ballroom and Matahari Ballroom, able to hold up to 1,300 people and also 21 function rooms with various dimensions. The hotel also has a variety of dining outlets, ranging from classic French cuisine at The View to authentic Japanese fare at Kampachi. Other hotel facilities include a very well-equipped fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, a business centre and scheduled shuttle services.

Go Next

• Continue up north to George Town (Malaysia) | George Town the capital of Penang and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Relax on the beach at Batu Ferringhi the nearby resort city of Tanjung Bungah. If you're hungry for seafood look no further than the fishing village of Teluk Bahang and, if time permits, go for a leisurely trek in Penang National Park.
• Visit Penang's mainland, which is somewhat off the tourist track. The towns of Butterworth and Bukit Mertajam are great places to start.

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