Penang

Penang

Gorgeous beaches. Abundant culture. Rich history. Excellent food. Truly, there is more to see and experience in the "Pearl of the Orient" than one person can possibly handle, but we still think you'll like it. One of the most multicultural cities in all of Asia, Penang is like a concentrated version of the entire continent, while at the same time it maintains an identity all its own.

Attractions

Penang invites you to get lost (figuratively) in the architectural wonderland of George Town, which doubles as the state's capital city and its Chinese quarter. From there, the massive and opulent Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is truly something to marvel over. Beach-lovers simply have to kick it for an hour or two on one of the many north coast beaches. And make sure you don't leave without checking out Malaysia's largest Buddhist temple. Finally, if you still have any energy left, there are always the monkey-ridden, 70-acre Botanical Gardens.

Shopping

Shoppers will find it hard if not impossible to resist the 65 stories of Menara KOMTAR, Penang's largest shopping mall and tallest building. However, many other hot spots for shopping exist along the city streets of Georgetown that are every bit as inviting. And at dusk Batu Feringgi, the main road, turns into a fun night bazaar. See, we told there was a lot to do here.

Food

Penang, known as the "food capital of Malaysia," earns its claim with a reputation of outstanding and surprisingly inexpensive street foods. Culinary influences from China, Malaysia, India and Thailand have yielded an array of exciting delicacies that belong uniquely to Penang. More traditional yet equally fabulous Chinese, Japanese and Korean foods are also readily available.

Currency

The currency used is called the Ringgit Malaysia (RM).

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