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Convalescent Bungalow is an unused government bungalow on Penang Hill. Located on a hillock called Hygiea Hill, Convalescent Bungalow is one of the oldest of the bungalows on Penang Hill, second perhaps only to Bel Retiro. The earliest structure was erected for the use of senior officers of the East India Company and members of the European community after Penang was elevated to the status of presidency in 1805.


Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill
Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill (5 March 2005)
© Timothy Tye using this photo


Update: 26 January, 2012
On my most recent trip to Penang Hill today, I could hardly see the Convalescent Bungalow. The path leading to it is almost gone, as it the signboard pointing to it. I am not sure whether the bungalow is still standing.

Getting there

Take the Penang Hill Railway to reach Penang Hill then walk along the main road, Jalan Tuanku Yahya Petra until the Penang Hill Police Station. Turn left and continue along Jalan Tuanku Yahya Petra. The Convalescent Bungalow is about one kilometer from the Penang Hill Police Station.

What to see and do

Convalescent Bungalow is just another empty government bungalow. The photographs below is believed to be that of Convalescent Bungalow, although the design appears to be of a more 1960's addition. If anybody was more information about this bungalow, please write to me.


Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill
Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill (5 March 2005)
© Timothy Tye using this photo

Other Bungalows on Penang Hill

  1. Bel Retiro
    The most prestigious property on Penang Hill

  2. Moy Craig
    One of the most beautiful bungalows on Penang Hill.

  3. Richmond
    Rest house belonging to the Municipal Council of Penang Island.

  4. The Great Wall
    Hill retreat on Penang Hill built by Khoo Sian Ewe.

Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill
Convalescent Bungalow, Penang Hill (5 March 2005)
© Timothy Tye using this photo

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