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Destination Brochure CONTENT PENANG FACTOR 2 LAND OF HERITAGE 4 FACTS ABOUT PENANG 6 GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY 8 EXPERIENCES UNFILTERED 10 TREASURED HERITAGE 12 THRIVING CULTURE 14 CHARMING TRADITION 16 DECADENT GASTRONOMY 18 LUSH NATURE 20 VENUES ABOUND 22 COLONIAL SPLENDOUR 24 GARDEN EXTRAVAGANZA 26 HERITAGE CHARM 28 RESORT LUXURY 30 CONVENTION CONVERGENCE 32 URBAN ELEGANCE 34 ABOUT PCEB 36 Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion © Sherwynd Rylan Kessler 1 PENANG FACTOR The Northern Malaysian state of Penang is a magical place steeped in rich history and heritage set amidst the backdrop of a thriving and modern city. The captivating fusion of old and new has cultivated one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant cities and one of the world’s must visit places. With its bold gastronomical culture, charming colonial architecture, and beautiful nature hotspots, Penang offers the best of Asia to the world. Penang’s incomparable architecture, inspiring cuisine, colourful culture and sincere hospitality offers visitors an authentic and exceptional Asian experience. Wisma Yeap Chor Ee © Norlman Lo 3 LAND OF HERITAGE Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion © Sherwynd Rylan Kessler NIO M O UN IM D R T IA A L • P • W L O A I R D L D N H O E M R I E TA IN G O E • PATRIM George Town is a living testimony of the multi-cultural heritage and traditions of Asia, where diverse cultures and religion met and have coexisted in harmony for generations. In 2008, George Town was recognised for its outstanding universal value by UNESCO’s World Heritage Convention. The heritage enclave, according to UNESCO, represents a remarkable example of the historic colonial towns on the Straits of Malacca. The city reflects the coming together of cultural elements from the Malay Archipelago, India and China with those of Europe, to create architecture, culture and townscape unique only to George Town. 5 FACTS ABOUT PENANG KOMTAR LOCATION | BOTANICAL GARDENS The Malaysian state of Penang sits strategically at the Northern tip of the Straits of Malacca, a busy shipping route. Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Penang is a favourite international travel destination and is easily accessible via TELUK BAHANG air from anywhere in the world. PENANG HILL KEK LOK SI CLIMATE | TEMPLE Penang boasts a warm tropical climate with temperatures ranging from a low of 21°C (70°F) to a high of 32°C (90°F) all year round. During the southwest monsoon from April to September, Penang experiences plentiful rainfall, adding a refreshing antidote to its tropical warmth. CURRENCY | The currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), with ringgit (RM) being the dollar equivalent. Foreign exchange booths are available all over Penang, with the ones situated in shopping malls operating seven days a week. The exchange rate for major currencies traded are displayed clearly at the booths. Major credit cards, including American Express, Visa and MasterCard are accepted at most places. BALIK TELUK PENANG SNAKE CLAN PULAU KUMBAR AIRPORT TEMPLE JETTIES 6 FERRY | LANGUAGE KTM BUTTERWORTH Bahasa Malaysia is the official language in Penang with English being widely station spoken and used as the language of business and commerce. Mandarin is also widely spoken in Penang, followed by Tamil and other Chinese dialects such as Penang Hokkien. TOW BOO KONG TEMPLE BUTTERWORTH | VISA CHEROK TOKUN Visitors to Penang must hold a valid passport or travel document valid for six months beyond their period of visit. Visa is not required for most nationalities for social or business visits, but for those that do, applications can be made at the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission. ST. ANNE’S CHURCH BUKIT PancHOR | INTERNET State Park Staying connected is not a problem in Penang as we are the only Malaysian state offering FREE state-wide WIFI with 1,550 hotspots to date. High speed wireless connection is also available at most conventions and exhibition centres, hotels, AUTO CITY cafés, and shopping malls, many with complimentary usage. BUKIT tambUN 7 Direct air links between Penang and major Asian Cities: FREQUENCY OF INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS No Sector Airline Total/Week 1 Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) Thai/Smile 7 2 Don Mueang (Bangkok) Air Asia 7 18 3 Phuket Firey 4 4 Hong Kong Cathay Dragon 11 5 Singapore Air Asia 28 Silk Air 31 87 Jetstar Airways 14 Tiger Airways 14 6 Medan Air Asia 24 Sriwijaya Air 7 52 Lion Air 21 7 Jakarta Air Asia 7 8 Surabaya Air Asia 3 9 Banda Acheh Firey 4 10 Guangzhou China Southern Airlines 7 11 Sanya Malindo 2 13 12 Wuhan Malindo 2 13 Kunming Lucky Air 2 14 Taipei China Airlines 4 15 Ho Chi Minh City Air Asia 4 Total 203 FREQUENCY OF DOMESTIC FLIGHTS No Sector Airline Total/Week 1 Johor Bahru Air Asia 21 87 2 Kota Kinabalu Air Asia 11 3 KLIA Air Asia 76 MAS 53 155 Malindo 26 4 Kuching Air Asia 10 5 Kota Bahru Firey 7 6 Subang Firey 60 164 Malindo 104 7 Langkawi Air Asia 14 21 Firey 7 8 Melaka Malindo 7 Total 396 Source: Malaysia Airports Berhad (Updated February 2017) 8 Information is correct at time of print and is subject to changes. Direct air links between Penang and major Asian Cities: FREQUENCY OF INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS No Sector Airline Total/Week AUSTRIA EGYPT JAPAN NORWAY SWEDEN 1 Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) Thai/Smile 7 GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY BAHRAIN FINLAND JORDAN OMAN UKRAINE 2 Don Mueang (Bangkok) Air Asia 7 18 BANGLADESH FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN PAKISTAN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 3 Phuket Firey 4 BELGIUM GERMANY KENYA PHILIPPINES UNITED KINGDOM BHUTAN INDIA KUWAIT QATAR VIETNAM 4 Hong Kong Cathay Dragon 11 BRUNEI IRAN LAOS REPUBLIC OF KOREA 5 Singapore Air Asia 28 CHINA ISRAEL MYANMAR RUSSIAN Silk Air 31 87 DENMARK ITALY NORTH KOREA SRI LANKA Jetstar Airways 14 Tiger Airways 14 6 Medan Air Asia 24 Sriwijaya Air 7 52 Lion Air 21 FROM DOHA AUSTRALIA 7 Jakarta Air Asia 7 BHUTAN 8 Surabaya Air Asia 3 CHINA 9 Banda Acheh Firey 4 DENMARK 10 Guangzhou China Southern Airlines 7 FIJI 11 Sanya Malindo 2 FINLAND 13 FRANCE 12 Wuhan Malindo 2 GERMANY 13 Kunming Lucky Air 2 GREECE 14 Taipei China Airlines 4 PAPUA NEW GUINEA 15 Ho Chi Minh City Air Asia 4 INDIA (INCLUDING ANDAMAN ISLANDS) INDONESIA Total 203 ITALY JAPAN MYANMAR FREQUENCY OF DOMESTIC FLIGHTS NEW ZEALAND No Sector Airline Total/Week PHILIPPINES 1 Johor Bahru Air Asia 21 RUSSIAN SOUTH AFRICA 87 2 Kota Kinabalu Air Asia 11 SPAIN AND CANARY ISLANDS 3 KLIA Air Asia 76 SWEDEN MAS 53 155 SWITZERLAND Malindo 26 TIMOR-LESTE 4 Kuching Air Asia 10 UNITED KINGDOM 5 Kota Bahru Firey 7 UNITED STATES 6 Subang Firey 60 VIETNAM 164 AUSTRALIA IRAN NETHERLANDS THAILAND 104 Malindo BANGLADESH JAPAN NEW ZEALAND TURKEY 7 Langkawi Air Asia 14 21 CAMBODIA KAZAKHSTAN OMAN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Firey 7 CHINA LAOS PAKISTAN UNITED KINGDOM 8 Melaka Malindo 7 TAIWAN MACAO PHILIPPINES UZBEKISTAN Total 396 ETHIOPIA MALDIVES QATAR VIETNAM INDIA (INCLUDING ANDAMAN ISLANDS) MAURITIUS REPUBLIC OF KOREA INDONESIA MYANMAR SAUDI ARABIA Source: Malaysia Airports Berhad (Updated February 2017) IRAQ NEPAL SRI LANKA 8 Information is correct at time of print and is subject to changes. 9 Chew Jetty © ... EXPERIENCES UNFILTERED Chingay © Sherwynd Rylan Kessler 11 TREASURED HERITAGE 1. Kapitan Keling Mosque © Penang Global Tourism 2. Tabla (Indian Drums) 3. Kek Lok Si © Benson Tan © Penang Global Tourism George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has one of the largest 1 The Kapitan Keling Mosque is a monumental landmark, built in 1801 by Penang’s first Indian Muslim settlers, collections of pre-war buildings in Southeast Asia dating back more that boasts copper Mughal-style domes adorned with crescents and stars, Moorish arches and a towering than two centuries ago and is considered an architectural gem. It is minaret. also dubbed a living heritage museum where traditional artisans are still practicing their trade in the heart of the city. Explore every corner of the 2 Fort Cornwallis was built by Captain Sir Francis Light, founder of the British colony of Penang, on the cape city to unravel the secrets of ancient Penang. of the island’s north-eastern coast, overlooking the sea where he first set foot in 1786. Situated in George Town, Fort Cornwallis is the largest standing fort in Malaysia, with restored cannons dating back as far as 1603 in its premises. 3 Built in 1891 and located on a hilltop in Air Itam, Kek Lok Si Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia and proudly features the Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas as well as a 120-foot tall bronze Goddess of Mercy. 13 THRIVING CULTURE 1. Thaipusam © Sherwynd Rylan Kessler 2. “Songkok” Maker 3. Handmade Joy Stick Maker © Penang Global Tourism © Penang Global Tourism Embrace diversity and experience living traditions. This culture capital 1 Thaipusum is a festival often celebrated during the full moon according to the Hindu calendar. Deemed a of Asia is home to multiple races including the Peranakan or Straits public holiday, the Tamil community will pay their respects and show gratitude to Lord Murugan, a Hindu god. Chinese with its almost extinct legacy still thriving in Penang. Prepare This festival will have a common scene of devotees carrying Kavadis, a ceremonial sacrifice and offering. to also be in awe of Penang’s artistic omnipresence that can be seen in its traditional artisans and world-renowned street art culture. Every 2 Haja Mohideen is George Town’s last “songkok” maker, which is a traditional Malay headgear worn by men. step you take on this land will expose different stories of Penang and He was an apprentice in his father’s shop in Nagore Shrine where the business still operates today.
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