Penang Travel Guide
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From a tourist map, the island of Penang looks somewhat like a mink's pelt. Georgetown, its capital, sits roughly on the right arm of the skin, while the Muka Head Lighthouse would be on the left arm. Somewhere near the head lies a cluster of good beaches that have helped Penang develop a reputation as a resort destination. Penang Hill sits at the center, or … Read Penang introduction
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Hotel 1926
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Built in 1926 it served as a home to colonial and local administrators, but now refurbished into a heritage hotel with most of its Anglo-Malay architectural essence still intact. Striving to bring the local culture and flavor to its …
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
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Steeped in history and old world charm, this place will not fail to impress its guests. After an extensive refurbishment, the "Old Lady" is back in business. …
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we just came back from penang and stayed at the lone pine hotel. We had a great time, the staff were so helpful and always had a smile. Its situated right outside the famuos night market. So ... more
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Introduction
Penang's sprawling main centre, Georgetown, boasts impressive colonial architecture, temples, lively Chinese culture, great shopping and even better food. Steeped in history, with an appealing old-fashioned character that's fast disappearing, it attracts most of the island's tourists.
Not to miss
Kek Lok Si Temple The largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia was founded in 1890 by an immigrant Chinese Buddhist. To reach the entrance, walk through arcades of souvenir stalls, past a tightly packed turtle pond and murky fish ponds, until you reach Ban Po Thar, a seven-tier, 30m (98ft) tower. The …
Facts for the Traveller
Population : 1310000 Area : 1031km² Longitude / Latitude : 100.23333 / 5.4 Currency : Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Weights & Measures system : Metric
Getting there & Getting around
Getting there Penang's mainland strip of Seberang Perai is easily accessed by road and rail from other parts of the peninsula. Butterworth is the transport hub and the departure point for ferries to Pulau Penang, which is also linked to the mainland by road-bridge; a second bridge link is being …
History
Recent History The island enjoyed rapid economic growth in the following decades, but lost its duty-free status to Langkawi in the 1980s. Since then, numerous international high-tech companies have set up in Penang, earning it the title of 'Silicon Valley of the East', while tourism has become …
Weather
Penang has a tropical climate, with incredibly consistent temperatures year-round. Average monthly highs range from 30°C to 31°C (86-88°F) for the whole year; average monthly lows are between 23°C and 24°C (74-75°F). There are brief, torrential downpours …
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Overview of Penang
Penang is unique in Malaysia because, for all intents and purposes, Penang has it all. Tioman Island (see chapter 10) may have beaches and nature, but it has no shopping or historical sights to speak of. And while Malacca has historical sights and museums, it hasn't a good beach for miles. …
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