Titi Kerawang

Titi Kerawang, Penang (16 October 2004)


The Titi Kerawang Falls is a natural cascade on the northwest side of Penang Island. It offers the people of Penang respite from the hustle and bustle of city living. Only a 40 minute drive from George Town depending on traffic situation of the day, Titi Kerawang allows us to be surrounded by nature. The only reminder of civilisation comes from the water pipes belonging to the Penang Water Authority (PBA).

In actual fact, the Titi Kerawang falls are now much reduced from its former self, since the water utility board start tapping its flow, to meet the increasing demands of Penang's growing population. In addition, vegetable and fruit farms also get their share from this stream. Nevertheless, on particularly wet seasons, you can still expect a gushing torrent from this fall.

Titi Kerawang, Penang (16 October 2004)


To get the photographs that you see on this page, I was bitten silly by mosquitoes for this little adventure! You can see the PBB pipeline on the left side of the photo. I used a slow shutter speed to blur out the water, but other than that, no other form of special effect is employed. The reduced light of the day allows me to use a slow speed with a small aperture.

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Titi Kerawang, Penang (16 October 2004)


Titi Kerawang cascades (16 October 2004)


Titi Kerawang waterfall (16 October 2004)


Plant growing by the stream at Titi Kerawang (16 October 2004)


The rapids of Titi Kerawang (16 October 2004)


Wooden bridge across Titi Kerawang (16 October 2004)

Getting there by public transport

The best way to reach Titi Kerawang is by your own transport. It is possible to get there by taking the bus (though hailing one down when you are done might be harder). Rapid Penang bus 501 passes along that road rather infrequently.

Location of the Titi Kerawang Waterfall on the map

List of Waterfalls in Penang and Waterfalls in Malaysia