Nibbinda Forest Monastery, George Town

#68 among attractions in George Town

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Nibbinda Forest Monastery is a Theravada forest monastery situated at Mukim 5, Balik Pulau, Penang, Malaysia. The monastery is located on top of a hill in Balik Pulau, surrounded by mountains and facing the sea. ()

Established: 2009 (15 years ago)Coordinates: 5°21'25"N, 100°14'53"E

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Nibbinda Forest Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kek Lok Si, Queensbay Mall, SPICE Arena, All Seasons Place.

3.4 miNE
Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple
Kek Lok Si, George Town
88 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...
4.3 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Queensbay Mall, Bayan Lepas
111 min walk • Queensbay Mall is the largest shopping mall in Penang, Malaysia. Located in Bayan Lepas, the building was completed in early July 2006 and was opened to the public in December 2006.
2.9 miSE
Convention center, Sport venue, Sport
SPICE Arena, Bayan Lepas
75 min walk • The SPICE Arena is an indoor arena located in the township of Bayan Baru in Penang, Malaysia. It serves as Penang's main indoor sports centre as well as the preferred venue within the city-state for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions.
4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
All Seasons Place, George Town
102 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...
4.8 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Udini Square, George Town
122 min walk • Udini Square is a contemporary shopping center located in the vibrant heart of George Town, Malaysia. This modern complex serves as a bustling hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment, catering to the needs and interests of both locals and tourists alike.
3.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sunshine Square, Bayan Lepas
88 min walk • Sunshine Square is a department store in Bayan Baru, Penang, Malaysia. Opened in 1993, Sunshine Square is the flagship store of the local retail firm, Suiwah Corporation.
4.2 miNE
Temple, Buddhist temple
Thni Kong Tnua, George Town
106 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.
3.9 miSE
Ornate religious site filled with vipers
Snake Temple, Bayan Lepas
100 min walk • The Snake Temple is a Chinese temple situated in Bayan Lepas, Southwest Penang Island District, Penang, Malaysia. It was built in 1805 for Master Qingshui or Chor Soo Kong, a deified Buddhist monk.
3.2 miSE
City
Bayan Baru
83 min walk • Bayan Baru is a town in the Malaysian state of Penang. It is located within the Southwest Penang Island District, adjacent to the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone. The township was created in the 1970s following the establishment of the zone.
4.8 miE
Landmark bridge with skyline views
Penang Bridge, Bayan Lepas
123 min walk • The Penang Bridge is a 13.5-kilometre dual carriageway toll bridge and controlled-access highway in the state of Penang, Malaysia. The bridge connects Perai on the mainland side of the state with Gelugor on the island, crossing the Penang Strait.
3.5 miE
Neighbourhood
Sungai Dua, George Town
90 min walk • Sungai Dua is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located 8.7 km south of the city centre, this neighbourhood borders Universiti Sains Malaysia to the north, Sungai Nibong to the east and Bukit Jambul to the west.

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How to get to Nibbinda Forest Monastery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nibbinda Forest Monastery:

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Terminal Bas Balik Pulau (18 min walk)