Sacred Turtle Pond Garden
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Sacred Turtle Pond Garden

The grounds of the Kek Lok Si Temple are a beautiful and tranquil array of flowers. The grand trees giving shade to us who walk along the garden paths here. Many ponds that are said to be sacred here and one such pond that is a must-see when in the temple is the Sacred Turtle Pond which is believed to be a symbol of strength and long life. The turtles that were released here were done to symbolize liberation.

The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. It is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia.

Trip Suggestion : 2 hours

Operating Hours : Daily 08:30–17:30

Admission Fee : Free

Address : 1000-L, Tingkat Lembah Ria 1, 11500 Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia

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