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 The Penang Botanical
Gardens located along Jalan Air Terjun (Waterfall Road) is an oasis of peace and tranquility amidst lush
green surroundings, tropical plants and the vibrant
colors of Penang's flora. The 30-hectare garden also
features a waterfall and a man-made lake full of
Japanese carps and this tourist attraction has attracted
many tourists who come here for its beauty and charm.
Specially created in
1884 by the British, this recreation area was meant as a
special tribute to Charles Curtis, its first
Photo: Penang Botanical Garden superintendent who collected botanical specimens from
the surrounding hills which have since become
significant samples in the world's major herbariums. The
gardens are also well-known for their Rhesus monkeys and
the main attraction here is for the visitors to
watch the monkeys carrying our their daily
routine.
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