Overview
Founded in 1893, Kek Lok Si is Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple, rising majestically on a hilltop in Air Itam. The seven-tier Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas (Ban Po Thar), blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles, houses 10,000 Buddha statues, and the 30.2 m bronze Guanyin statue is the temple's icon. During Chinese New Year the complex is adorned with tens of thousands of lanterns, creating a spectacular sight. Temple free; Guanyin statue area about MYR 2. About 15 minutes by Grab from George Town.
Opening Hours
Daily 08:30-17:30
Travel Tips
Visit during Chinese New Year (January-February) to see the spectacular lantern displays. Wear comfortable shoes as there are many stairs up the hill.
Hotels near Kek Lok Si Temple
Hotels and guesthouses in Penang, Air Itam, Penang
