Air Itam, George Town

Name: Air Itam
Address: George Town, Malaysia

#110 among attractions in George Town

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Ayer Itam is a suburb of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Nested within the central valleys of Penang Island, it is located approximately 6 km southwest of the city centre. Ayer Itam is one of the well-known places to sample Penang cuisine, and includes a handful of major tourist attractions such as Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple. ()

Local name: Air Itam, Pulau Pinang Coordinates: 5°24'0"N, 100°17'2"E

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Air Itam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kek Lok Si, All Seasons Place, Thni Kong Tnua, Penang State Mosque.

0.7 miW
Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple
Kek Lok Si, George Town
18 min walk • Kek Lok Si, located in the city of George Town on the island of Penang, Malaysia, is one of the most important Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. This sprawling hilltop complex, often referred to as the "Temple of Supreme Bliss," merges Chinese, Thai, and Burmese...
0.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
All Seasons Place, George Town
15 min walk • All Seasons Place, a contemporary shopping haven nestled in the heart of George Town, Malaysia, serves as a premier destination for both locals and tourists seeking a diverse shopping experience. This modern complex, featuring an array of retail outlets, dining...
0.8 miNW
Temple, Buddhist temple
Thni Kong Tnua, George Town
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of George Town, Malaysia, Thni Kong Tnua is a beacon of cultural heritage and spiritual significance. This Taoist temple, dedicated to the Jade Emperor, stands as a testament to the city's rich tapestry of religious and cultural diversity.
1.3 miE
Massive place with a modern design
Penang State Mosque, George Town
34 min walk • The Penang State Mosque, also known as Masjid Negeri Pulau Pinang, is an emblematic religious structure that graces the skyline of George Town, Malaysia. This mosque, with its distinctive modern design, serves as a central place of worship and a symbol of the Islamic...
1.2 miNE
5°24'42"N • 100°17'49"E
Aghora Veerapathra Temple, George Town
31 min walk • Temple
0.9 miS
Neighbourhood
Farlim, George Town
22 min walk • Farlim, officially Bandar Baru Air Itam, is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the Air Itam suburb, the neighbourhood lies 6 km southwest of the city centre and was created in the 1980s.
0.8 miNE
Neighbourhood
Rifle Range, George Town
22 min walk • Rifle Range is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the Air Itam suburb, the neighbourhood lies 4.4 km west of the city centre and was completed in the 1970s.
1.6 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Penang Turf Club, George Town
41 min walk • Penang Turf Club is a major horse racing course in Penang, Malaysia which was established in 1864. In addition to racing, the club also provides equestrian facilities and a golf course.

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Which popular attractions are close to Air Itam?

Nearby attractions include Kek Lok Si, George Town (18 min walk), Thni Kong Tnua, George Town (22 min walk), Rifle Range, George Town (22 min walk), Farlim, George Town (22 min walk).