Penang State Travel Guide in Malaysia

Malaysia

Scenic spot introduction:

Penang is named after the betel nut tree and is known as the "Emerald of the Indian Ocean". It has beautiful beaches and wilderness scenery, as well as many places of interest. Penang has always been known as the Pearl of the Orient and is one of the most picturesque and romantic cities in the East. Penang consists of two parts, the Wesley area and Penang Island. It is called Pulau Pinang in Malay, and Pinang means betel nut. This was once the earliest British colony in Malaysia. The East India Company was established here. Many old colonial buildings are still preserved. The scenery is unique and full of cultural nostalgia, attracting a large number of tourists to visit. In 2008 Together with Malacca, it was named a World Heritage Site. Penang is also the place with the largest Chinese population in Malaysia.

Attractions distribution:

Penang still retains many old buildings from the colonial period, with unique scenery and a cultural and nostalgic atmosphere. The main attractions include Penang City Hall, Assumption Cathedral, Guanyin Pavilion, Old Guan Chai Kok Clock Tower, City Hall, and Penang Museum. Aceh Street Mosque, Cheong Fatt Tze's former residence, Tzu Chi Temple, Thean Hou Temple, Longshan Hall Khoo Ancestral Hall, Kek Lok Temple, Penang Bridge, Snake Temple, Kining Kapitan Mosque, Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Fort Cornwallis, Ancient Fort, 3D murals, etc.

Scenic spot qualifications:

World Heritage

Scenic spot features:

photography, sightseeing, architecture, culture, cities, temples, churches, parks

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Asia>Malaysia

How to get there:

By airplane: Penang International Airport is located in the southeast corner of the island, about 30 minutes' drive from George Town.

Urban transportation: Rapid Penang is the main bus operator in Penang. The central station in George Town is called KOMTAR, and it is also the tallest building in the city. Another major bus terminal is located at the Pengkalan Weld (Weld Quay) ferry port. All buses departing from the port will stop at Komtar. Foreign tourists can purchase a Rapid Passport (RM30) and take any Rapid bus for free within a week.

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Penang weather forecast:

Understand in advance the latest weather forecast for Penang, where is located, and make perfect preparations for a pleasant journey ^-^

Travel Tips

Best time to visit:

Penang has only one season a year, and that is summer. The maximum daytime temperature is above 30°C all year round. Among them, December to March have the least precipitation, which is a relatively hot season and is relatively more suitable for travel.