Top 10 Iconic Locations for Photoshoots in Penang
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Tourism is one of the most important industries in Penang. However, it is not just about attracting tourists; the island’s unique history and culture also attract photographers worldwide who want to capture its beauty on film. If you plan a photoshoot in Penang, here are some iconic spots that inspire your creativity.
George Town
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George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the cultural capital of Penang. It’s also one of Malaysia’s most popular tourist destinations, with a rich history and culture that dates back to the founding of Penang by Captain Francis Light in 1786.
The city has many historical buildings and landmarks including Fort Cornwallis (built by Captain Francis Light), Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (the oldest Chinese mansion in Southeast Asia), Kapitan Keling Mosque (considered as one of Malaysia’s most beautiful mosques) and more.
Penang Hill
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Penang Hill is a hill station in Penang, Malaysia. It’s popular with tourists and has a cable car that takes you to the top of the hill. There are also botanical gardens on Penang Hill where you can take photos of plants and flowers during your photoshoot.
The best time to visit Penang Hill is during sunrise or sunset because of its panoramic views of the city, sea, and mountains — and because it will change throughout each day depending on how much light there is.
Kek Lok Si Temple
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Kek Lok Si Temple is a Chinese temple in Penang, Malaysia. It is a Taoist temple and a tourist attraction. The temple was built in 1801 and has been expanded several times since then. It is located on the top of Penang Hill, which provides beautiful views of Penang Island and its surrounding areas.
The Kek Lok Si Temple complex includes many features that are unique to this particular building:
- A main hall with massive columns
- Gilded roofs decorated with dragons
- A bell tower with an elaborate roof design
- A stone dragon stairway leading up towards the main entrance
Botanic Gardens
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Botanic Gardens is a popular location for wedding photography, photoshoots and family photos. It’s also a great place to take engagement photos.
The lush greenery and various unique spots within the gardens, like the lily pond or rainforest trail make this an ideal place for you to capture some amazing moments on camera!
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (The Blue Mansion)
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The Blue Mansion, or Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, is a popular photography spot in Penang. It is named after its distinctive indigo-blue outer wall and its beautiful architectural elements. The mansion was built in 1884 by Cheong Fatt Tze who was one of the wealthiest men in Malaysia at the time. He owned many successful businesses including rubber plantations, tin mines and pepper farms on both sides of the Strait of Malacca (now known as Malaysia).
The mansion itself has been converted into a hotel with rooms available for guests or you can rent out the entire space for your own event such as an engagement party or wedding celebration! The main building itself has beautiful colonial architecture that makes it easy to take photos inside while also giving you access to other parts of George Town where there are even more photo opportunities waiting for you just outside its doors.
Penang National Park
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The Penang National Park is the oldest national park in Malaysia. It has a lot of different species of animals and plants, making it one of the most diverse places on Earth. You can see monkeys, wild orangutans, sea turtles and many more animals here!
There are many activities to do in this smallest national park in the world: hiking through jungle trails; swimming at beaches like Teluk Bahang or Pantai Tengah; visiting one of two lakes (Meromictic Lake or Gunung Pulai) that never mix with their surrounding water bodies due to their depth and high salinity levels respectively; taking boat rides along mangroves while looking out for birds such as hornbills or egrets; trying your hand at snorkeling/scuba diving at Monkey Beach where you might see manta rays gliding past coral reefs below your feet.
Penang Butterfly Farm
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The Penang Butterfly Farm is a great place to take photos. The butterfly farm is located at the end of Jalan Tanjung Bungah, and it’s open daily from 9am to 6pm. The Penang Butterfly Farm features hundreds of species of butterflies, insects, and plants that you can photograph with your own camera or smartphone. It’s also a popular spot for macro photography because there are so many beautiful things to shoot!
Tropical Spice Garden
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Tropical Spice Garden is a tropical botanical garden located in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The Tropical Spice Garden is a tourist attraction in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Highlight the exotic plants and serene landscapes that can make for unique photography settings.
Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower
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The Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower is a popular location for photoshoots, especially during the evenings when it’s lit up with colorful lights. The structure was built in memory of Queen Victoria, who ruled Britain from 1837 until 1901. It stands at 60 meters high and has an observation deck at its top that offers beautiful views of Penang cityscape.
Photography Tips: If you’re taking portraits here, try using neutral backgrounds like walls or brick walkways so that they don’t overpower your subject’s face; alternatively, if you want to capture people enjoying themselves at nightlife spots nearby (such as Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling), try positioning yourself on one side or another so that there are fewer distractions behind your subjects’ heads (like cars driving by).
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a beautiful location that’s a bit off the beaten path and has plenty of opportunities for both day and night photography, then Penang Hill is definitely worth checking out. Penang Island is an excellent place to visit, for photo shooting and the views from Penang Hill are a great way to cap off your photoshoot trip.