Penang Hill Funicular Train Station

The Penang Hill funicular railway at the Lower Station in Air Itam where the journey begins. A crucial parts of the Penang Hill experience. The funicular system itself is a modern marvel, featuring Swiss-designed carriages that travel on a steep incline, providing a swift and scenic 5-minute ride to the top. The stations are designed to be efficient and comfortable for the thousands of visitors they handle daily. The journey between the two stations offers dramatic, changing views as the train ascends through the dense, tropical rainforest, making the ride in the funicular train an attraction in its own right.