Penang Aquarium
Batu Maung Penang, Malaysia
Phone : 604-626 3925
These photos of Aquarium of Fisheries Research Institute is courtesy of TripAdvisor
Penang aquarium is located in the southeast tip of Penang Island, Batu Maung, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated right within the Fisheries Research Institute complex. This is one of the most tourist attractions in the fishing village of Batu Maung. The aquarium has a total of 25 tanks to showcase the large variety of marine life, especially those found in the regional waters. Among them are the lion fish, the box fishes, moray eels, tangs, surgeon fish, cat sharks, stone fish, angel fish, blue spotted stingray, fox face fish, parrot fish, squirrel fish, damsels, bivalves and more. The main attraction of the aquarium is the large tank with the measurement of 15ft by 10ft in one of the room. The room is like a big theatre showcasing big fishes including snappers, huge green turtle, tudung periuk and nyior nyior. Apart from fishes, there are also a display of different types of corals and sea anemones.
There are quite a few nearby attractions where you should pay a visit. One of them is the Snake Temple. The Snake Temple is one of its kinds. The temple features many poisonous snakes coiling around the pillar and plants in the temple. For all brave hearted people, you can even take an up close picture with the large snakes in the temple under the guidance of professional there. If you are looking for a place to relax your mind, do get to the nearby island with the name of Jerejak Island (Pulau Jerejak). It is a great getaway from the hustle of Georgetown. Jerejak Island is well known with its unique flora and fauna. It also acts as a habitat for eagles. There are tour packages which are filled with all kind of adventurous activities that get you near to the nature. The place recommended to be added on the list is Penang War Museum. The museum located near to the aquarium and it is a historical place. It was built by the British as fortress to protect from the invasion of Japanese but during the occupation of the Japanese, the place was turned into a place of tortures and interrogations. This place is definitely worth a visit to gain a unique experience that you never have before.
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Visiting hours : 10.00AM to 05.00PM Closed on Wednesday
Entry fee : Adult RM 5 and children RM 2
Getting there : Bus 302
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