This is the first time both me and CH go to Penang. First time passing though Penang bridge too! We were so excited and once we reached the main island of Penang, we were greated by a nice Twin-Tower alike condominium. Now I understand why the prices of property is Penang is so expensive. They have limited empty land. We head straight to Kek Lok Si Temple at Air Itam. It was a very hot and hazy day.

We were a bit disappointed with the place. We have to pay for parking fees, ride on the inclined train, and even when entering the pagoda area. I am fine, because they can use the money to renovate and upgrade the whole place. However, once we entered a praying area, a man kind of forcing us to buy incense from him to pray. How can he force us?

The whole place is undergoing major renovation. See the picture below, they are adding huge pillars around the statue. I think they will be adding roof above the huge Kuan Yin Statue.

It is quite fun walking around Kek Lok Si temple, it is like a maze. I like the picture of this particular mini pagoda.

Next is picture of me and my dear, with the huge pagoda at the background. They are also having renovation to this huge pagoda, but luckily they still allow us to enter. We paid RM2 per person!! People belief that climbing the stairs to the top of the pagoda will give you long life. So, we climbed up and pray at each level.

We did not go to Bukit Bendera, because the place was closed (for renovation??). Sad..

Stay tune for my next post on New World Park food court in Penang.