Nicknamed the Pearl of the Orient, Penang is famous for its soft sandy beaches and is fondly regarded as the food capital of Malaysia. Some of the most interesting sites of Penang include the sandy beaches of Tanjung Bungah, the landscape from the summit of Penang Hill and the vipers in the Snake Temple.

Why Penang is a preferred destination?

5 Reasons Why You Need to Visit Penang Penang has dramatic landscapes, beautiful beaches, it is flooded with colonial architecture, and some of the most mouth-watering food on the planet. Not only that, the melting pot of cultures makes it even better!

Why is Penang famous for its food?

The streets of Penang city (especially Georgetown) are renowned as a food paradise mainly due to its diversity in ethnicity, culture and religion. Its multi-ethnicity brings forth such celebrated variety in Penangs street and hawker food.

Is Penang in Kuala Lumpur?

Penang is also easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur and the travel distance is approximately 370 km by land. Penang Island has aso an international airport in the south of island. Penang is a tourist site and one of the most important transport hub in the north of Malaysia.

What should I order in Penang?

Prawn Mee. $7.50. penangs favorite egg noodles, shredded pork, shrimp, vegetable, bean sprouts in a spicy shrimp broth. Ginger Duck Noodles. $7.50. special egg noodles served in home made soy sauce with ginger & duck meat. Curry Mee With Young Tau Foo. $7.95.

What can I buy back from Penang?

Without further ado here are out 8 must-buy souvenirs in Penang.Tau Sar Piah. Photo by: Yong Khang Photo by: Ting. Jeruk Madu Pak Ali. Photo by: Jeruk Madu Pak Ali. Rojak Hitam Putih Paste. Penang Batik. Meera Sahib Spices. Nutmeg from Ghee Hup Nutmeg Factory. Roti Jari. Penang White Coffee.21 May 2019

What is there to do in Penang at night?

The Penang tourism bureau also recommends the Macallum Street Night Market (cheaper than Batu Ferringhi), and the Tanjung Bungah Market (a smaller-scale market open only on Tuesday nights). For a lovely sunset view of George Town, visit Penang Hill at night.

What snacks to buy in Penang?

When you visit Penang, then you must not forget to buy its local snacks as souvenirs .The Best Souvenir: Must Buy Products from local PenangTambun Biscuits. Pepper Biscuits. Crushed Peanut Candy (GONG Candy) Nutmeg. MyKuali Instant Noodles. Beh Teh Saw Biscuits. Pickled Fruits.More items •17 Feb 2018