Places of interest | Tourist spots in Penang
Places of interest | Tourist spots in Penang | ||||
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Penang is a rare indulgence of old world charm and modern comforts. Whether you're looking for excitement or relaxation after a hectic day of business, Penang is an oasis of tranquility, offering the rare pleasures of the best of both worlds derived from the many interesting tourist attractions available. In Penang, shopping is an experience in itself. Penang offers you everything under the sun – apparel, electronic items, antiques, dried food ... the list goes on. Hundreds of retail establishments located conveniently in and around George Town guarantees your shopping experience to be a pleasant and convenient one. Ethnic areas like Little India and Chinatown offer local bric-a-brac items while the night market at Batu Ferringhi displays a host of tempting buys at competitive prices. Bargaining is still very much a norm; so don't be afraid to do your bit of haggling during your shopping spree. Lighten up, have a drink and chit chat with friends while being entertained by live bands in the Upper Penang Road area. There is an exciting choice of night entertainment at pubs, bars and disco to chill out amidst great music and dazzling ambience. The "Pearl of the Orient", with its growth in population, has seen a corresponding increase in the numbers and denominations of places of worship. The Acheen Street Mosque, St. George's Church, Kek Lok Si, Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Kapitan Keling Mosque, Snake Temple, Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng Temple), Khoo Kongsi, Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple and Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram are some of the places that trigger a sense of admiration, respect and wonderment to a visitor. You can't go wrong with a visit to the abundant historical sites in Penang. A window to the ancestral and colonial heritage of Penang, the unique and interesting artifacts and preserved ruins transform visitors to ancient times. Some must-see places are the Pinang Peranakan Museum, Islamic Museum, War Museum, Penang Museum and Art Gallery, Fort Cornwallis, Dr. Sun Yat Sen's Base and so forth. Besides this, retreat to other places that are alive with fun and colour such as the Tropical Spice Garden, Jerejak Island and Penang Bridge. Should one opt for a unique way of travelling, hop on the trishaw, the three-wheeled vehicle that allows visitors the opportunity to enjoy the sights in Penang at a leisurely pace. This stylish way of sightseeing also enables a visitor to stop at any point to snap pictures or buy souvenirs. Yes, Penang is more exciting than ever, with more attractions being added every year. Who knows, by the time your next visit comes around, you may have to rediscover Penang all over again. | ||||
