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 Penang
is the state located on the northwestern coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
The state is famous for its traditions and customs, from traditional
villas to the simple, but yet elegant shop-houses of a bygone era.
Penang is rich with architectural heritage.
The capital of Penang, George Town, is the third largest city in
Malaysia. Central Georgetown is a largely a Chinese City with bicycle
rickshaws, Chinese inspired shophouses, elaborate temples and stately
colonial buildings.
 Each
building bears the stamp of different foreign influences from its
colorful past, while its cultural legacy is also evident in the region’s
food, clothing, houses and modes of transport-making the state a
multi-hued potpourri of art and culture.
What to do/ see
 When in George Town, it is recommended to visit the birthplace and
gallery of Penang’s favorite son, P. Ramlee
P. Ramlee is a local hero of international fame. From his early humble
beginnings, which gradually evolved into a glamorous life in the
limelight, this celebrity has remained a home-grown boy made good.
Immortalized in living memory, his songs and movies continue to reflect
social relevance for the benefit of generations of Malaysian’s in
Southeast Asia and around the world.
 Restored and refurbished as a folk museum, the typical quaint Penang
House is located along P. Ramlee Road and is a actual birthplace of this
celebrity. It was here where the roots of P. Ramlee’s initial
achievement became to sprout, and where his imagination began to soar
out, gaining far reaching influence in the entertainment world of
Malaysia.
How to get to Penang
The international airport of Penang is located 20 km from Georgetown
City. By road, Penang is connected to most major highways (the
north-south highway and the east-west highway) as well as via the Penang
Bridge. By Ferry, mainland Penang is accessible from Butterworth for
both passengers and vehicles.
How to get around
To travel around Penang, you can take a taxi, an air-conditioned bus or
the traditional rickshaw or trishaw.
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