Sightseeing in Penang

Penang is a beautiful tropical island, located at the northwest of Peninsular Malaysia. The island is also called ‘Pinang’ and enjoys a tropical climate with fairly uniform temperatures throughout the year. Penang, a leading port of Malaysia, is a well-known holiday destination for millions of visitors from all across the world. Penang has a population of about 1.2 million people hailing from a diverse mix of cultures and religions.

George Town is the capital city of Penang and is a commercial hub of the state. Penang was originally established as a British trading post in 1786 that plied the trading routes between the east and the west. The architecture and design of Penang portrays the grandeur of the colonial heritage. The city has a unique charm and is perfect blend of traditional and modernity, which attracts more and more visitors every year.

Penang is popularly known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ and is excellent holiday destination. The place is rich in historical attractions, other sight seeing, entertainment, lip smacking food, beautiful beaches and an wide selection of hotels and resorts to choose from.

The various sight seeing options available at Penang include Butterfly Farm, Bukit Mertajam Recreational Park, Clock Tower, Dharmikarama (Burmese temple), Fort Cornwallis, Khoo Kongsi, Kek Lok Si, Kuan Yin temple, Orchid and Hibiscus Garden, Penang Museum and Art Gallery, Penang Bird Park, Penang Forestry Museum, Penang Hill, Penang Bridge, Sri Mariamman Temple, Snake Temple, St. George's Church, University Of Science Malaysia (USM) Museum and Gallery, Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, various Entertainment and Leisure points and stunningly lovely Beaches.

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