Batu Ferringhi



        

Map of Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is shown with red borders




Batu Ferringhi is the most famous stretch of beach in Penang. This is where you find a big concentration of beach resorts. From the mid 70's to the early 90's, the Batu Ferringhi stretch saw massive construction as hotels line the shore one after another. In their wake are highrise condominiums offering splendid views of the sea overlooking the mainland. On a clear day, you can see Kedah Peak, also known as Gunung Jerai.

The word Ferringhi, often variously spelled as Ferringhi and Ferringhi, is said to originate as the Malay term for a person of Portuguese descent, but eventually came to embrace all Westerners. This word however, is not particular to the Malay language. There is a strong possibility that it is derived from Arabic, as the word feringgi is used as far afield as Ethiopia to mean a Western foreigner. The word further mutates to "farang", the Thai term for a Western foreigner. The name Batu Ferringhi would therefore mean the rocky promontory where the Western foreigner landed - a name that is uncannily appropriate to this day.

Like much of the northern coast of Penang, the shore has beautiful stretches of white sand dotted with huge boulders. During weekends, you will see local people coming here to picnic and anglers come to fish. The sea water, however, is not clean enough for swimming, and is likely to be infested with jellyfish.

Getting there

You can reach Batu Ferringhi by taking Rapid Penang Bus U101 from Weld Quay. If you are coming from the airport, take U401 to Weld Quay and then U101 from Weld Quay.

What to see and do there

Batu Ferringhi is Penang's main beach resort and one of the most happening night spots on the island. There are many hotels and resorts along the Batu Ferringhi road where all the creature comfort is available. You can just bask in the sun or indulge in any of the water sports. You can also go horseback riding along the beach. In addition to that, you can explore the pasar malam, the street-side night market where inexpensive trinkets are sold. There are a lot of restaurants along Batu Ferringhi to cater to every taste, local and foreign.

Further Reading

External sites with details about Batu Ferringhi:
  • Batu Ferringhi in Malaysiasite.nl

    Batu Ferringhi Photo Gallery


    View of a quiet stretch of Batu Ferringhi.




    The sea crashing onto land at Batu Ferringhi.



    Batu Ferringhi sunset.


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