MALAYSIA PENANG GEORGE TOWN

PENANG GEORGE TOWN

GEORGE TOWN –UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE CITY

On 7^th July 2008, George Town was inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site validating its outstanding “cultural heritage”. The built and living environment of this historic city reflect the unique mosaic of multi-cultural elements from the Malay Archipelago, India, China and Europe to create an architectural and cultural townscape unparalleled in the world today.

BABA –NYONYA CULTURE

One of the unique characteristic of Penang is the Baba Nyonya Culture. The origin of Baba and Nyonya can be traced back to the Chinese Ming Dynasty. Through inter –marriages between Chinese immigrants and the local Malays, a unique culture, called “Peranakan” are produced. In this culture, the men are called “Baba” and the female are called “ Nyonya “. Nyonya cuisine, Nyonya costumes, Nyonya embroidery and Nyonya beaded shoes all form the delicate art of the culture.

THE KINGS OF FRUITS –DURIAN

Penang products the best durians in Malaysia.Each year, the durian season spans from May to July and top class durians such as Musang King , Red Prawn ,Ho Lor, D24 etc have attracted hordes of durian lovers near and far flocking to this island during the season.

FOOD PARADISE OF ASIA

The best way to get to know Penang is through its food. In 2011, the Penang famed Asam Laksa was voted no 7 in “World’s 50 most delicious food’ under CNNGo International Food Survey. In 2012, CNNGo voted Penang as one of the Asia’s 10 greatest Street Food Cities”. Typical Penang foods Cities”. Typical Penang foods such as Nasi Lemak , Nonya Kuih, prawn Noodle, Apom Balik, etc, reflect the country’s colourful ethnic mix of Chinese , Malay , Indian , Nyonya and Thai.

CELEBRATIONS

In Penang, there is at least one celebration or festival in every month.The uniquely Penang Chingay procession, the International Dragon Boat Festival, the annual Penang Bridge International Marathon, the colourful Thaipusam celebration and the festival of Hungry Ghost which was celebrated in great scale add to the vibrancies of the city.

SUN YAT SEN MEMORIAL CENTRE

Penang was an important base where Dr Sun used to gain overseas support for his revolution in the early 1900s. In 1908, Dr Sun set up The Penang Philomatic Union at 65 Macalister Road and he frequently stayed here to give speeches. Through photographs and historic documents, Sun Yat Sen Memorial Centre aims to educate the public about the past history and the great man whose revolution to turn imperial China into a republic.

SHOP N SPREE

A true paradise, Penang has it all. Find the wide range of goods from the unique. Batik , Pewter , gems and wood carvings to all the high tech electronic gadgets and latest fashion under one rood in many of the shopping malls all over the island.

NATURAL BEAUTY

Penang is dubbed as the “Emerald of the Indian Ocean “, thanks to its lush greenery, stunning beaches throughout the island. The famed Batu Feringhi where you can find plenty of 5 stars holiday resorts, the botanical garden, national park and the colonial style Penang Hill are all great attractions for the nature explorers.