Tropical fairy tale: the beauty of Penang island. Photo

Penang island is located in the North-West of the Malay Peninsula.

The island of Penang in Malaysia – incredible direction, is rich in historical architecture and many attractions.

You can explore the national parks and admire the incredible architecture of the island. From colonial structures to modern street art in the capital of Penang Georgetown, you will definitely like this popular Asian holiday destination. Don’t forget about the fantastic Malaysian cuisine in the traditional restaurants with their water views, which are impossible not to fall in love at first sight. I represent to your attention the overview of the main attractions in Penang.

Chu Jetty
Immerse yourself back in time and explore Malaysia’s past during a visit to the village of Chu jetty. A number of wooden houses near the water were built over a century ago, while the Marina was just a row of boards, where passengers are landed in boats. But working in Porto in the 19th century, Chinese immigrants began to build their houses directly over the Marina. One of them, known as Chu jetty still open to tourists. House on the pier were not far from civilization, with time, there are electricity and running water. However, the random nature of construction – a clear hint at the past. Tourist pier is in stark contrast with some more modern buildings in Penang.

Penang national Park
To explore the natural unspoiled island, take the time to visit the state nature reserve of Penang. The Park has a wide variety of landscapes and scenery, allowing tourists to hike through the jungle and relax on the beach without leaving the boundaries of the reserve. The popular beaches of the Park include Teluk kampi and Monkey beach. Penang national Park is one of the most popular places for Hiking and life in the camp. Most of the area is virgin jungle, so a guided tour might be the best options for badly familiar with this terrain tourists.

Kongsi
In the past century, the community of Penang Hockey consisted of several tribes. Tribe Khu was one of the largest and built his own house called kongsi. This structure is still preserved despite the age of more than 650 years. The house is located in cannon Square in the heart of the oldest part of Georgetown. The building has a strong Chinese influence, reflecting the culture of the tribe hockey. Visiting the community, you will be able to see stone carvings, granite dragons, gold items and beautiful paper lanterns. For lovers of history and architecture of Khoo kongsi will be a worthwhile stop on Penang.

The tropical spice garden
One of the most interesting gardens in Penang – Tropical Spice Garden. Here are the local plants, spices and herbs. Malaysian cuisine is known for its spices, and the Park provides a fantastic way to see all of these mysterious components are at their most natural stages of growth. Tropical Spice Garden also incorporates a cooking school. After a walk through the garden you can go to a master class in cooking dishes. You will allow directly from the garden to pick fresh herbs and cook some delicacy. This place is a must see attraction for foodies.

Batu Ferringhi
On the North coast of the island Batu Ferringhi is one of the largest tourist centers in Penang. Here you will find stretches of sandy coastline, as well as many restaurants, hotels and Nightclubs. Despite its popularity, the local beach is often dirty. Most often it is crowded, and in the sea swims a lot of jellyfish. If you are ready to get away from the crowds, you can visit the Muka head. From the lighthouse tower offers a unique view of the coast. After such a walk will clear appetite that best satisfy on the beach at the Pier of Teluk bahang with a fine selection of incredible seafood restaurants.

Cheong Fat Tze
In the heart of Penang’s capital Georgetown is the Cheong Fatt tze, also known as the Blue Mansion. This building dates from the late 19th century and is a traditional Chinese mansion built using solely the best materials from around the world. At that time it was extremely unusual for a rich man to build a mansion in the Chinese style Hakka. Obviously, Cheong Fat TSE has stood the test of time and is still in wonderful condition. Today, the mansion is not only a hotel but also one of the major tourist attractions of Penang. Here you can book an architectural tour, delicious meal or even to spend the night.

The Penang Hill
To enjoy the best views of the island, go to the top of Penang Hill. You can get there by special tourist railway in the course of a short five-minute trip. Upstairs offers not only panoramic vistas, but also a much cooler temperature compared to Georgetown at the bottom. You can also enjoy a buggy tour of the top, visiting many beautiful historic homes along the way. Some travel to the top of Penang Hill on foot, but you need to have good physical form. It is best to get up with the train, and coming down with a leisurely stroll.

The Temple Of KEK Lok Si
KEK Lok si is one of the largest Buddhist temples in all of Asia. Opened in 1905, the temple is located in air ITAM right on the seafront. In fact, it is not only a temple but a complex of several prayer halls, monasteries, gardens and statues. The most visited attraction within the temple is a Statue of Kuan Yin. You can get there on a unique inclined Elevator leading directly to the octagonal pavilion. KEK Lok si is one of the most popular attractions in Penang.

Streetart Penang
Although Penang has many historical sites and ancient temples, it is also a lively place for contemporary art. In Georgetown you can in detail to learn what is art Penang Street. This collection of paintings not in a Museum or gallery, but on the walls of the city. Works made by Lithuanian artist named Ernest Zakharevich. Walking through Georgetown, you will easily find most of his works. Many of the works depict children. On Armenian street, for example, there is graffiti under the name “Little Children on a Bicycle”. You can download a map which will guide you to the best works, or join a walking tour that will show some hidden art treasures.

Penang Peranakan
One of the must visit attractions in the heart of Georgetown – Penang Peranakan mansion. Peranakan is the name of Chinese immigrants who came to Malaysia during the period of the 16th century. Over time this group developed its own unique culture, cuisine and even dialect. The Penang Peranakan mansion is a window into this world. During the tour you will see how the rich Peranakan family lived more than a century ago. You will have the chance to admire the carved Chinese figures, Scottish metal wares and an impressive collection of Antiques from around the world. It is a kind of living Museum, and at the same time a fantastic way to explore the culture of Penang.

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