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Penang - History And Beach Resort Attractions

By: Yazid Malek


Posted Tuesday, September 01, 2009

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A picturesque beaches and history appeal is the basis why Penang happen to be one of Malaysia popular holiday location. Locals always claimed that Penang is the core of the most delicious food in Malaysia. It is their pleasure to take their friends to the open stalls along the Gurney Drive to enjoy the variety of foods there. Apart from Malacca, Nyonya food (a combination of Chinese and Malay cuisine) are also very popular in Penang.

There are many narrow lanes in Penang that have not changed much, and visitors can glance back to the time of the East India Company. Take a tour in the city of Georgetown, and you will notice the greatest architecture combination with the Colonial, Moorish, Chinese and Indian influence. Experience the trishaw trip and you will feel the Georgetown city spirit.

Take a tour to the Khoo Kongsi, the famous kongsi house set up by the Chinese early settlers, which is full with embellishment. Do not skip the opportunity to take a tour to the Kapitan Keling Mosque, set up by the Indian Muslim of Penang. A Thai temple which is known as Wat Chayamangkalaram with the longest reclining Buddha statute in the world is located in the suburb Pulau Tikus.

For accommodation, the Eastern and Oriental Hotel is a suitable place to refresh and relax while scanning back the period when the hotel becomes a place of gathering amongst the VIP. Visitors can also stay at the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, built the 19th century.

To experience the mountain air and bird's-eye view of the city, take a trip to the top of Bukit Bendera - riding the unique funicular train. Batu Ferringhi on the north of the island is a popular place for a visitor - local and foreigner. There are some world class resorts along the coast of Tanjung Bungah to Teluk Bahang. There is also a Toy Museum - the first such museum in Asia and the biggest in the world.

Penang Bridge, amongst the longest in Asia is connecting the mainland of Peninsular Malaysia to the island. Visitors can also come to Penang using the ferry from Butterworth, the hub of rail and bus terminal for the state of Penang. There are also nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Thailand to Penang International Airport.

Penang is also known as The Pearl Of The Orient. To know where to stay in Penang, check out the Hotels Of Malaysia website and you can book the hotel online.

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