Penang Island - Pearl of the Orient
Penang is Malaysia's cultural gem, home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown. Known for its street art, colonial architecture, and world-famous food, Penang is a must-visit destination.
Why Penang?
- UNESCO Heritage - Georgetown historic city
- Street Art - Famous murals and sculptures
- Food Paradise - Best hawker food in Malaysia
- Cultural Diversity - Chinese, Malay, Indian heritage
- Beach Resorts - Batu Ferringhi beach
Top Penang Attractions
1. Georgetown Heritage Zone
UNESCO World Heritage Site with colonial shophouses, temples, mosques, and churches.
- Street art murals by Ernest Zacharevic
- Iron caricature sculptures
- Clan jetties (water villages)
- Khoo Kongsi clan house
2. Penang Hill
800m hill station with panoramic views, accessible by funicular railway.
- Funicular: Asia's steepest tunnel track
- The Habitat: Treetop walk
- Colonial bungalows and gardens
- Cooler temperatures year-round
3. Kek Lok Si Temple
Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple with stunning pagoda and Guanyin statue.
- 7-storey Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas
- 36.5m bronze Guanyin statue
- Inclined lift for easy access
4. Penang National Park
Smallest national park in Malaysia with beaches, trekking, and turtle sanctuary.
5. Batu Ferringhi Beach
Main tourist beach with resorts, water sports, and night market.
Penang Tour Packages
| Tour | Duration | Agent Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Heritage Walk | 3-4 hours | Available |
| Penang Hill + Kek Lok Si | 4-5 hours | Available |
| Street Art Tour | 2-3 hours | Available |
| Food Trail Tour | 4 hours | Available |
| Full Day Penang | 8 hours | Available |
Penang Famous Food
- Char Koay Teow - Stir-fried noodles
- Assam Laksa - Sour fish noodle soup
- Hokkien Mee - Prawn noodle soup
- Nasi Kandar - Indian-Muslim rice
- Cendol - Shaved ice dessert
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