War Museum - Penang Tourist Attractive Location

Penang War Museum is located in the southeastern part of Penang Island (Bukit Batu Maung). Around 20 years ago, Batu Maung was only a small fishing village accessible only from Bayan Lepas. However, in the past few years, Batu Maung has experienced a rapid development due to its proximity to Bayan Lepas Free Trade Zone (FTZ). In 1994, a new 4-lane highway was opened that linked Batu Maung to Gelugor (known as coastal highway). This shortened the journey from Batu Maung to Penang Bridge to around 15 minutes from almost an hour previously.

The 70 year-old old former British fort was ‘rediscovered’ by Johari Shafie during hiking back in  2001-2002. And it was officially launched for the public in 2002 until now. This is a good spot for you to learn the history about world war II in Penang, Malaysia where many soldiers and civilians brutally tortured and killed here. Now sroll further down to view some of the photo I have taken during my trip..

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The museum attract not only Malaysia local tourist but also foreigner such as British, Holland, Japanese and much more.. Be sure, you must at least come here once...

Address :

Penang War Museum
Lot 1350 Mukim 12,

Merah Barat Daya,

Batu Maung, 11960 Penang

Tel : 016-421 3606 / 604-391 0067

Business Time :
9:00am to 7:00pm, EVERYDAY including Public Holidays

Entrance fee :

RM15 for adults

RM7.50 for children.