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Overview

Seberang Perai is a city in the Malaysian state of Penang. Located on the Malay Peninsula and separated from Penang Island by the Penang Strait, it shares borders with Kedah to the north and east and Perak to the south. The city spans an area of 748 km² and had a population of 946,092 as of 2020, making it the third largest city in Malaysia.

City: Seberang Perai

State: Penang

Population: 946,092

Historical Background

Formerly known as Province Wellesley, it was acquired by the British East India Company in 1800 from the Sultan of Kedah.

Geographic Features

Situated on the mainland of Penang, bordered by the Straits of Malacca and Kedah.

Transportations

Nearest Airport	Penang International Airport
Major Highways	North-South Expressway (E1), Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (E15)
Railway Connectivity	Butterworth Railway Station (ETS, KTM Komuter)
Distance from Kuala Lumpur (km)	350 km
Estimated Travel Time (by Car)	~4 hours
Postal Code	12000 – 14300

Notable Features

Mainland part of Penang, known for industrial zones and cultural heritage.

Climate

Climate Type	Avg. Temperature (°C)	Avg. Rainfall (mm)	Monsoon Season
Tropical Monsoon	25-32	2500	Oct – March (NE Monsoon)

Things to Do in Seberang Perai

St. Anne’s Church, Bukit Mertajam Recreational Forest

Top Attactions in Seberang Perai

St. Anne’s Church, Penang Bird Park, Bukit Mertajam Recreational Forest

Notable People & Contributions

Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi (Former Prime Minister), Karpal Singh (prominent lawyer & politician)

Major Ethnic Groups

Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi (Former Prime Minister), Karpal Singh (prominent lawyer & politician)

Popular Shoppings Malls

Sunway Carnival Mall, Megamall Penang

Parks & Nature Reserves

Bukit Mertajam Recreational Forest, Penang Bird Park

Night Life Entertainment

Iconic Club, The Library Butterworth

Religious Sites

St. Anne’s Church, Tow Boo Kong Temple

Final Words

Seberang Perai, the largest city in Penang, is known for its historical sites, thriving local markets, and beautiful parks. A gateway to Penang Island, it offers a mix of urban and natural attractions for visitors.