Batu Kawan

Batu Kawan is an island with a small town situated off Seberang Perai, which is on the mainland. Batu Kawan was long considered a quiet backwater, noted for sugar-cane, coconut and rubber plantations in the 19th century, before changing to oil palm plantations in the middle 20th century, which have now mainly fallen into disrepair. It was among the oldest towns in Penang, accessible only by ferry from Bukit Tambun. Development of the island has come under intense scrutiny after the government chose Batu Kawan as the mainland site for the upcoming Penang 2nd Bridge. The island is also the location for the Batu Kawan Stadium (Penang's state stadium). The tiny island has many hidden historical gems, dating back to the days of the British colonial masters.