Padang Pemuda Merdeka, Butterworth (29 January 2009)
Padang Pemuda Merdeka (GPS: 5.40819, 100.36966), also called Dataran Pemuda Merdeka, is an open field in Butterworth, Penang. It is bordered by Jalan Bagan Luar, Jalan Heng Choon Thian, Dewan Dato Haji Ahmad Badawi and Lorong Bagan Luar 1. The field is also often known as Padang Bandaran MPSP. During the Colonial times, it was known as the British Recreation Club field.
360° View of Padang Pemuda Merdeka site on Google Street View
Getting there
If you are coming by car from the Butterworth Ferry Terminal, go along Jalan Bagan Luar. After the intersection with Jalan Heng Choon Thian, you will see the field on your left. The nearest bus stop is served by Rapid Penang bus 601, 602, 603, 605 and 608.