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Pointing the way to heritage gems
By HAN KAR KAY THE newly-launched Wayfinding system in Penang should provide an innovative approach for tourists during their visit to historical sites along the island’s famous Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling. The pilot project, an initiative by Think City Sdn Bhd (TCSB) together with George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) and the P [Read More]
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Asia’s 10 greatest street food cities
The best street dishes from the top culinary centers in Asia -- and where to find them By Lina Goldberg 23 March, 2012 To those in the know, Penang is one of the world's top dining destinations. And street food--or hawker food, as it's locally known--is the city's big draw. Penang hawker food reflects the multicultural makeup of the town [Read More]
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Botanic gardens to train volunteers
By YISWAREE PALANSAMY GEORGE TOWN FRIENDS of the Penang Botanic Gardens Society (FRIENDS) and Penang Botanic Gardens Department (PBGD) are launching the Botanika Volunteer-Guide Programme (BVG). [caption id="attachment_2674" align="aligncenter" width="454" caption=" (From left) Rashidah Begum, Salasiah Yusop and members of FRIENDS admirin [Read More]
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Penang Toy Museum
Asia's first and Malaysia largest Toy Museum offers a smashing treat for visitors of all ages and races. Visitors are assured of an amusing and colorful spectacle. An exploration in creativity and beauty would be apt to describe a trip to the Toy Museum. This unique museum is truly a wonder to behold. Some of the toys even interact with visi [Read More]
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Live it up! The greatest mansions and grand houses.
2. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Malaysia Built in the 1880s, the magnificent 38-room, 220-window Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion was commissioned by Cheong Fatt Tze, a local merchant trader who left China as a penniless teenager and ended up as ‘the Rockefeller of the East’. The mansion blends Eastern and Western designs, with louvred windows, art nou [Read More]
Penang Street Food Guide
This guide is based on the author’s own experience and preference, feedback from online and offline surveys. Please use it as a guideline only because different person has his/her own taste bud. The below list from item 1 to 12 is recommended by Tourism Penang Department. 1. 2. 3. 4. & 5. 6. 7. [...]
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Penang.TV :: Penang Video Gallery
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Bicycle tourism idea mooted
WITH the increasing popularity of cycling activities in Penang, ‘bicycle tourism’ may soon be introduced as part of the state’s tourism campaigns. The idea was mooted by Tanjung Bungah assemblyman Teh Yee Cheu, adding that the cycling community and the number of cycling clubs and groups had grown larger over the years in the state. [...]
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KOMTAR Panoramic View
Business Hours: 10.00 am-5.00pm Date: Monday- Friday Ticket Price: RM 5 for Adult and RM 3 for Children. The KOMTAR Panoramic View observation deck is now open to visitors! Perched on the 60th floor of the KOMTAR Tower, visitors will be able to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the island’s northeastern region. Aside from [...]
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Filled with Wesak joy
By ROYCE TAN Photos by LIM BENG TATT IT was a sight to behold as the floral wonder and bedazzling sea of lights from 39 floats made their way through the streets of George Town, complemented by the full moon that lit up the night sky. Spectators were left in awe as they converged at [...]
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A day’s adventure at Penang park
By Zulita Mustafa The next time you head for the island, why not check out its national park, suggests Zulita Mustafa. PENANG isn’t just home to good food, colourful heritage and great bargains but also the country’s smallest national park. Penang National Park, formerly known as Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve, is only a 45-minute’s drive [...]
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