An island off the coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Penang is one of the nation’s premier tourist destinations. Offering pristine beaches and a diverse multicultural legacy, Penang attracts a multitude of foreign visitors each year. The island is also renowned for its delicious and varied cuisine, and is considered Malaysia’s food capital. Presently Georgetown is Penang’s largest city. Notably Penang is the only Malaysian state where the ethnic Chinese form the majority.
Penang belonged to the Malay kingdom of Kedah, and was acquired by Francis Light for the British East India Company in 1786. Penang has historically been known by several different names – originally called ‘Pulau Ka-satu’, or ‘First Island’, it was renamed ‘Prince of Wales Island’ in 1786 and was also known as ‘The Pearl of the Orient’ in the last century. Today Penang is a thriving economy, sustained largely by tourism and electronics manufacturing, with an array of multinational companies having invested in local facilities. However the western side of the island is still comparatively tranquil and leisurely with the atmosphere of a typical tropical retreat.
A night tour to Penang Hill is one of the most memorable and enchanting experiences to indulge in. The tour takes the visitor up into the delightful cool environment of the hills leaving behind the heat of the tropical lowland. The night view of Penang Bridge and Georgetown is a panoramic vista that delights the beholder and can be considered one of the world’s most unique experiences. The visitor is taken to the summit by the Penang Hill Funicular, a charming cable train but there is also the option of trekking up the hill for the more energetic.
If you choose to ascend via the cable train, you will enjoy a fascinating view of 1920s period bungalows and the surrounding highland scenery. At the summit you can enjoy an excursion to the flower garden or explore the miniature bird park before retiring to an open air dinner with the spectacular view in the background. If you are searching for a Penang hotel, there is no better choice than the Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang. Situated in a wonderful location by the ocean and the pristine highlands, the hotel promises a truly memorable experience for the traveller.
Penang belonged to the Malay kingdom of Kedah, and was acquired by Francis Light for the British East India Company in 1786. Penang has historically been known by several different names – originally called ‘Pulau Ka-satu’, or ‘First Island’, it was renamed ‘Prince of Wales Island’ in 1786 and was also known as ‘The Pearl of the Orient’ in the last century. Today Penang is a thriving economy, sustained largely by tourism and electronics manufacturing, with an array of multinational companies having invested in local facilities. However the western side of the island is still comparatively tranquil and leisurely with the atmosphere of a typical tropical retreat.
A night tour to Penang Hill is one of the most memorable and enchanting experiences to indulge in. The tour takes the visitor up into the delightful cool environment of the hills leaving behind the heat of the tropical lowland. The night view of Penang Bridge and Georgetown is a panoramic vista that delights the beholder and can be considered one of the world’s most unique experiences. The visitor is taken to the summit by the Penang Hill Funicular, a charming cable train but there is also the option of trekking up the hill for the more energetic.
If you choose to ascend via the cable train, you will enjoy a fascinating view of 1920s period bungalows and the surrounding highland scenery. At the summit you can enjoy an excursion to the flower garden or explore the miniature bird park before retiring to an open air dinner with the spectacular view in the background. If you are searching for a Penang hotel, there is no better choice than the Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang. Situated in a wonderful location by the ocean and the pristine highlands, the hotel promises a truly memorable experience for the traveller.
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