Penang
Penang is a state of Malaysia located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Strait of Malacca. It comprises two parts — Penang Island, where the capital city, George town, is located, and Seberang Perai (formerly Province Wellesley in English) on the Maly Peninsula. The state of Penang is bordered by Kedah to the north and east, and Perak to the south.
Highly urbanised and industrialised, Penang is one of the most developed and economically important states in the country, as well as a thriving tourist destination. George Town, which was founded by the British in 1786, is currently a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Penang has the third-highest Human Development Index in Malaysia, after the state of Selangor and the federal territory of Kaula Lumpur. Its heterogeneous population is highly diverse in ethnicity, culture, language and religion. A resident of Penang is colloquially known as a Penangite (in English) or a Penang Lang (in Penang Hokkein)
Climate
Like the rest of Malaysia, Penang has a tropical climate, specifically a tropical rainforest climate bordering on a tropical monsoon climate, though Penang does experience slightly drier conditions from December to February of the following year. The climate is very much dictated by the surrounding sea and the wind system. Penang’s proximity with Sumatra, Indonesia makes it susceptible to dust particles carried by wind from perennial but transient forest fires, creating a phenomenon known as the haze.
Transportation
Getting to Penang both from within and outside Malaysia is easy as Penang is well-connected by road, rail, sea and air. Flights are available from Kuala Lumpur to Penang by local and regional carriers such as Air Asia and Tigerair.
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Places Of Interest
Batu Ferringhi
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Batu Ferringhi Source : Wikipedia Batu Ferringhi, the second most popular destination after George Town, is a suburb of George town in Penang, Malaysia.Famous for its beaches, It is one of the prime tourist destinations on Penang Island. It consists of a long stretch of soft, sandy beach along a winding road named Jalan Batu Ferringhi. Its waters are popular spots … Continue reading Batu Ferringhi →
Botanical Gardens
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Botanical Gardens Penang Botanic Gardens Department Kompleks Pentadbiran Bangunan Pavillion Jalan Kebun Bunga 10350 PENANG Phone : +604-2264401, +604-2264404 The Penang Botanical Gardens, more popularly known as the “Waterfall Gardens”, was established by the British way back in 1884 from an old quarry site. The beautiful grounds and the tranquility of the Botanical gardens have … Continue reading Botanical Gardens →
Camera Museum
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Camera Museum Jalan Muntri, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-261 3649 The Camera Museum is a museum in George town, Penang, Malasia. The museum started its operation on 31 August 2013 and was officiated on 9 October 2013. The museum is housed in a two-story shop house building, which is divided into Dark … Continue reading Camera Museum →
Cheah Kongsi
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Cheah Kongsi No. 8, Lebuh Armenian,10200, George Town,Pulau Pinang,Malaysia Phone : +604 261 3837 The first thing visitors see when they visit Cheah Kongsi are columns topped with British-style ‘lion head’ statues that support a large balcony with intricate iron railings. Topping it is a sweeping roof decorated with intricate Chinese and Dutch porcelain and … Continue reading Cheah Kongsi →
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
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Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion 14 Leith Street Penang, 10200, Malaysia Phone :+60 4-262 0006 The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is located at 14 Leith Street, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malysia. The mansion’s indigo-blue outer wall makes it a very distinct building in the area. The Circa 1880s mansion built by the merchant Cheong Fatt Tze at the end of 19th century … Continue reading Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion →
Clan Jetties
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Clan Jetties Pengkalan Weld, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Penang being a heritage town is rich with attractive historic sites and cultural events, but this inimitable settlement stands out as a truly unique living heritage. The Chew Jetty is actually a whole settlement of wooden houses built on silts and the name “Chew” is … Continue reading Clan Jetties →
Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple
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Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple 24 Burma Lane, 10250 Pulau Tikus, Penang. Phone : 04-2269575 The Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple is situated along Burma Lane in Pulau Tikus and was founded on 1st August 1803, the temple was known as “Nandy Moloh Burmese Temple” then. This place of public worship was purchased by Nonya Betong from … Continue reading Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple →
Floating Mosque
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Floating Mosque Tanjung Bungah Road, Pulau Pinang, 11200, Penang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-250 2800 The Penang Floating Mosque or Masjid Terapung Pulau Pinang or also known as Tanjung Bungah Floating Mosque or Masjid Terapung Tanjung Bungah is a floating mosque located in Tanjung Bungah near George town, Penang, Malysia. Despite its name, the mosque is not actually floating, but rather standing on pilings and stilts. Nevertheless it … Continue reading Floating Mosque →
Fort Cornwallis
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Fort Cornwallis Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-262 0202 The Fort Cornwallis is a star fort that the British East India company built in the late 18th century on the northeastern coast of Penang island, Malaysia. It is named after the late 18th century Governor-General of Bengal, India, Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marduess Cornwallis. Fort Cornwallis is … Continue reading Fort Cornwallis →
George Town
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George Town George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang, is located at the north-eastern tip of Penang Island. It is Malaysia’s second largest city, with 708,127 inhabitants as of 2010, while Greater Penang is the nation’s second biggest conurbation with a population of 2,412,616. The historical core of George Town has … Continue reading George Town →
Goddess of Mercy temple
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Goddess of Mercy temple Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Kong Hock Keong Temple also Kuan Ying Teng Temple (Goddess of Mercy temple) is a Taoist and Buddhist temple in George town, Penang built in 1800 by early Chinese settlers of the Hokkien and Cantonese communities. It is located on Jalan Kapitan Keling in north-west Malaysia. … Continue reading Goddess of Mercy temple →
Kapitan Keling Mosque
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Kapitan Keling Mosque 14, Jalan Buckingham, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 14-812 1752 The Kapitan Keling Mosque which is situated on a busy street named after it, is the largest historic mosque in George Town. Bathed in cream and topped with large Mughal-style domes, crescents and stars, the Kapitan … Continue reading Kapitan Keling Mosque →
Kek lok Si Temple (Temple of Supreme Bliss)
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Kek lok Si Temple (Temple of Supreme Bliss) Kek Lok Si Temple, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : 04-82833174-8283317 The Kek Lok Si Temple or “Temple of Supreme Bliss” or “Temple of Sukhavati ” or “Jile Si” is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam in Penang facing the sea and commanding an impressive view, and is one of the best … Continue reading Kek lok Si Temple (Temple of Supreme Bliss) →
Khoo Kongsi Temple
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Khoo Kongsi Temple 18, Cannon Square, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-261 4609 The Khoo Kongsi Temple is a large Chinese clan house with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture, a mark of the dominant presence of the Chinese in Penang in Malaysia.. The famous Khoo Kongsi is the grandest clan temple in the country. It is also … Continue reading Khoo Kongsi Temple →
Little India
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Little India Lebuh Pasar, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Covering an area around Lebuh Queen, Lebuh Chulia and Jalan Pasar (Market Street), Little India in the city of George Town, Malaysia, is an ethnic Indian enclave. The oldest Hindu temple in Penang, Sri Mahamariamman Temple is located here. This area bears many similarities to market streets in Chennai, Mumbai or Delhi. It location at the centre of Penang Heritage … Continue reading Little India →
Monkey Beach
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Monkey Beach Jalan Hassan Abas, Teluk Bahang, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-575 3689 Monkey Beach is situated in the Penang National Park in the North-western Coast of the Island. Penang National Park is the first protected area legally gazetted under Malaysia’s National Park Act of 1980, signifying the State and Federal … Continue reading Monkey Beach →
Penang Aquarium
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Penang Aquarium Batu Maung Penang, Malaysia Phone : 604-626 3925 These photos of Aquarium of Fisheries Research Institute is courtesy of TripAdvisor Penang aquarium is located in the southeast tip of Penang Island, Batu Maung, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated right within the Fisheries Research Institute complex. This is one of the most tourist attractions … Continue reading Penang Aquarium →
Penang Bridge
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Penang Bridge Gelugor, Penang The Penang Bridge is a 13.5km (8.4-mile) dual carriageway toll bridge and controlled-access highway in the state of Penang, Malaysia. The bridge connects Butterworth on the mainland side of the state with Gelugor on the island, crossing the Selatan Strait. The bridge was inaugurated on 14 September 1985 and it is … Continue reading Penang Bridge →
Penang Butterfly Farm
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Penang Butterfly Farm Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-888 8111 Since opening Entopia’s doors to the public in March 1986, Penang Butterfly Farm – the first tropical butterfly exhibition in the world – has played host to over 4 million visitors. Inspired by our conversations with visitors and academia … Continue reading Penang Butterfly Farm →
Penang Hill Railway
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Penang Hill Railway Bukit Bendera, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia The Penang Hill Railway is a one section funicular railway which climbs the Penang Hill from Air Itam, near George town on the island of Penang in Malaysia. The railway first opened in 1923 as a two-section railway, and the system was overhauled in 2010. The total journey time can take between five to twenty minutes. The funicular … Continue reading Penang Hill Railway →
Penang National Park
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Penang National Park Jalan Hassan Abas, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-881 3530 The Penang National Park spans 1,213ha of land and sea and is used by scientists, researchers, and nature lovers to explore its natural treasures. Previously known as the Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve, this pristine site is known to harbour 417 flora and … Continue reading Penang National Park →
Penang Toy Museum
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Penang Toy Museum Jalan Tanjung Bunga, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Phone: +60 12-460 2096 Penang Toy Museum is a toy museum located at 1370, Mk 2, Teluk Bahang (Next to SJK (C) Eok Hua School), Penang, Malaysia. With more than 110,000 toys, dolls and other collectible items, it is the largest toy museum in the world. The 1,000 square meters … Continue reading Penang Toy Museum →
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
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Pinang Peranakan Mansion 29, Church St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia Phone : +60 4-264 2929 The Pinang Peranakan Mansion in George Town, Penang, Malaysia, is a museum dedicated to Penang’s Peranakan heritage. The museum itself is housed within a distinctive green-hued mansion at Church Street, George Town, which once served as the residence … Continue reading Pinang Peranakan Mansion →
Snake temple
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Snake temple Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia The Snake Temple is situated in Sungai Kluang, Bayan Lepas, Southwest Penang, Penang, Malaysia and is perhaps the only temple of its kind in the world. The temple is filled with the smoke of burning incense and a variety of pit vipers. The vipers are believed to be rendered harmless by the sacred smoke, but as a safety … Continue reading Snake temple →
Street Art
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Street Art 57, Lebuh Chulia, George Town, 10200 George Town, Malaysia Take an amazing tour around George Town to discover the unique painted walls mimicking life in the city and the wrought-iron caricatures with anecdotal descriptions of the streets that they adorn. Blending humour and historical facts, these metal sculptures describe the prevailing colloquial … Continue reading Street Art →
Wat Chaayamangkalaram
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Wat Chaayamangkalaram Lorong Burmah, 10250 Penang Phone : 016-4105115 Wat Chayamangkalaram is a Thai Buddhist temple in George town, Penang, Malaysia, most notable for its Reclining Buddha statue. The statue is the 3rd largest of its kind, being 33 meters in length. In the main shrine in front of the Reclining Buddha there are smaller shrines of different Buddhas and … Continue reading Wat Chaayamangkalaram →