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10 Interesting Places in Pulau Pinang

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The official name for the state is Pulau Pinang or in generally recognized as Penang. Most of the interesting places are in Georgetown. Georgetown are located on the island and Butterworth is the mainland of Penang.


Most of the Penang population speaks Hokkien / Teochew dialect. In addition, younger generation speak well in Mandarin language and English.



1. PADANG KOTA LAMA / ESPLANADE PENANG




jalan padang kota lama, esplanade penang


Run on the field and feel the sea breeze. Local community like hanging out at here. Strategic location and should be always your first place to explore. Time to come 5PM - 11PM . Nearby to Fort Cornwallis.




2. FORT CORNWALLIS



Fort Cornwallis Cannon


It is where the war erupted in order to prevented intruders were not fought easily. Many years later, the peace we are having present might be the effort of forefathers. There were prison, small church and displays of weaponry.



3. STARBUCKS FERRINGGI




Starbucks Batu Ferringgi



Cake and Coffee under the scorching sun with beach and sea breeze. Walking the sandy beach while enjoy watching sea activities outside the Starbucks.



4. BUTTERFLY PARK (ENTOPIA)



Entopia butterfly park

Embarks on the journey life cycle of butterflies and many other insects such as ants and bees.

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5. PENANG HILL





Opt to spend 1 night at the top of the Penang hill or walking around with enjoying the cold temperature.


6. PENANG BUS STATION



Penang bus 101


Wish to explore Penang attractions ? The bus with the number 101 will take you most of the interesting places at Pulau Pinang. one of the top to-do-list you must have visiting Penang island. Higher chance mingle with the local community.



7. GURNEY DRIVE






There are two large shopping malls situated at Gurney Drive. Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon. As if you are person who like to visit shopping mall these are your ideal places for visit.



8. PENANG FERRY



Penang Jetty Ferry



Unless take taxi to Georgetown crossing Penang bridge, alternatively, one could take ferry from Butterworth terminal. Arriving Georgetown, you are nearby Penang bus station. Ferry Station has served thousands of visitors between Georgetown and Butterworth. One way trip costs RM1.20



9. ARMENIAN STREET



Armenian Street painting



Lots of wall paintings awaits you to discover. so grab every opportunity visit Penang's Armenian street.




10. CHEW JETTY




Penang Chew Jetty



One of the significant to-do-list you must accomplish before leaving Penang. There are stalls for you to enjoy Penang local delicacies. Definitely must try the Penang Char Koay Teow