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| Places Of Interest - Peninsular Malaysia | The State Of Penang / Pulau Pinang |
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Old World Charm and Beach Retreat Penang are opened in 1786 by Captain Francis Light of The British East India Company is a cultural melting pot and the oldest British Straits Settlement. Its historic heart of Georgetown was where ships refueled and served as a centre for the spice trade as well as tea and cotton from China and India. The island’s alluring beaches and old-world charm has made Penang a popular tourist destination, Local swear Penang has Malaysia’s best food and will delight in taking visitors to the multitude of open-air stall along Gurney Drive. Nyonya food (a Chinese and Malay culinary blend) is also best sampled in Penang and Malacca. Penang’s maze of narrow streets offers an insight into the past where little has changed since the days of the East India Company. | 
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This is the place to ‘get lost’ amongst joss stick shops, fresh noodle makers and other old crafts. Walking through Georgetown with its eclectic blend of colonial, Moorish, Indian and Chinese architecture is a sensory journey of fascinating sights, sounds and aromas. Relax and take a trishaw to discover Georgetown’s heart and soul. See the clan houses or kong established by Chinese settlers the most famous being Khoo Kongsi with its elaborate decorations. |
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Ride past Kapitan Keling Mosque established by Penang’s Indian Muslims. Nearby is the Kuan Yin Teng or Goddess of Mercy Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Penang. In the Pulau Tikus suburb is a Thai temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram with its reclining Buddha; reputed to be one of the worlds longest. | 
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Thaipusam is a colourful Hindu festival observed in Penang and few places worldwide. |
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Visitors can stay in the renovated 19th century Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, one of the most well preserved mansions outside China. To enjoy cool mountain air and panoramic view of the city, take the unique funicular train up Penang Hill. Batu Ferringhi on the northern coastline is a favourites playground for visitors from near and far. Its casuarinas-lined beaches from Tanjung Bungah to Teluk Bahang boast several international deluxe resorts. The Penang Bridge, one of the Asia’ longest, links mainland Peninsular Malaysia to the island. Penang is also accessible by ferry from Butterworth, the state’s main rail and bus terminal. The Penang International Airport has direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Thailand. |
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