Air Itam Dam — Attraction in George Town

One of the best place to visit at Penang, especially if you love hiking and also a nature lover. Somehow I am glad that this place is not frequented by tourist so the locals can still enjoy a nice hike and then either a slow walk or jog around the dam. It is especially super nice when you go on a cool morning (or if it rains the night before). The air is so nice and cooling and you also get to see mist.

So actually if you walk around the dam, there are still smaller trails for you to hike further so you can definitely consider that if you are adventurous. Besides hiking, there are also bikers who painstakingly ride up all the way from the base to the dam but I think this is beginner level? I am not sure as I dont ride bicycle but I can see the cyclist struggling also but the trail is not that long hence I said as beginner.

On one hand I am reluctant to share and recommend this place because I wouldn't want too many people to discover this place but on the other hand, I am thinking good stuff...

I love this place for its relative accessibility, great view of the city from front of reservoir, superb greenery, calm serenity n cool fresh air. Ideal for families n friends, walkers n joggers. People come here at all times of the day. Best of all, entrance is free. Visitors can drive up to the dam but note that parking bays are limited. The place is safe.

The dam was built by the legendary Lim Goh Tong of Genting Highland fame for the princely sum of RM 500,000 . The construction of the dam was the occasion for the meeting of Lim and another local legend Loh Boon Siew. Apparently, Lim would give RM 10,000 periodically to a petrol station at the bottom of the hill so his lorries could pump fuel regularly. One day, he received a call from the owner of the petrol station, wanting to meet for a cup of coffee. Being so busy, Lim refused repeated requests but finally met up with persistent Loh, the petrol station owner. The rest is, as they...

What more can you ask when the very existence of scenic views are right in front of your eyes, an abundant of fresh air, exceptionally peaceful environment, lots of greenery the closest mother nature has to offer, a place to work out; whether its running, jogging, walking or having a ride on a bike and most importantly its free.

Here's a perfect place for the family to get together to enjoy each others company either on a weekend or holidays. Put away your phones for once and enjoy the scintillating time without interference. You'll be amazed with the beauty it has to offer.

I enjoyed coming here so much and will never stop coming. For once I won't complaint.

For those who has yet to give it a try, put on your shoes and get your butts out, do not be hesitant to enjoy the wonders of our creator. You won't regret for a...