NOT many know that besides the heritage beauty and great food in Penang, there is a pocket of pure, undisturbed realm of Mother Nature.
Located in the northwest corner of the island in Teluk Bahang and about 20km from George Town, Penang National Park might be the smallest national park in Malaysia, but is among the easiest to access and spend time at.
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The serene view at Pantai Kerachut where participants of Balik Pulau Nature Exploration visited during the 2D/1N programme organised by Tourism Malaysia northern region. — Photos and video: LIM BENG TATT/The Star
A group discussing about the exhibits at the Cemacs Gallery.
A participant taking a snapshot of a turtle at the Pantai Kerachut Penang Turtle Sanctuary.
A Cemacs lecturer holding up a jellyfish as he gives a briefing about it.
Participants gathering at the jetty at Penang National Park in Teluk Bahang.
A team member viewing a jellyfish sample with a microscope, as some jellyfish species are displayed at Cemacs.
Cemacs deputy director Dr Annette Jaya Ram (in red) allowing the group members to hold a starfish during the tour to the centre.
Ahmad Husni (second right) and team members viewing some of the coral specimens at Cemacs.
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