Penang Bridge is the longest bridge in Asia and the 5th in the world.It was officially opened by our visionary Prime Minister, Dato’ Dr. Mahathir in 1985. The Penang Bridge costs RM 800 million and took 5 years to build. Before the bridge was built, people depended upon ferry services to cross the Penang Straits.

It is a 13.5 km long bridge stretching from Seberang Prai on the mainland to Gelugor on the island, this is one of many architectural wonder in Malaysia and was officially opened in September 1988, offering a beautiful view of the open sea, ships and a sprawling coastline.

Built to withstand earthquake of up to 7.5 Ritcher scale. Middle vertical span of 225 metre which allow ships to pass. It has now a total of six lanes. more

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