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 The Penang Bridge, which
links Penang island and the mainland was officially
opened on the 15th September 1988. This spectacular bridge
spans 13.5 kilometers across the channel, offering a beautiful
view of the open sea, ships and the sprawling
coastlines.
The main reason this famous
bridge was built was because it reduces the
traveling time taken between Penang island and the
mainland. This famous tourist attraction in Penang is also the longest bridge in Southeast
Asia. This place of interest is now one of Photo: Penang
Bridge the most
recognizable landmarks in Malaysia and tourists make it
a point to visit the Penang Bridge during night time
when the lights on the bridge are lit brightly.
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