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Malaysia - Penang
This former island free port has retained much of its old world charm. Boasting an eclectic fusion of the old and the new, Penang is also sentimentally reflective of its migrant history, with its street food well renowned worldwide for encompassing ethnic Chinese, Malay and Indian influences.

Its historical capital, George Town, has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its distinctive cultural and architectural atmosphere, so much so that it was also the chosen location for classic historical films like Anna & the King and Indochine.

 
 
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Visit George Town - Penang’s charming capital city, officially inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. George Town offers a myriad of visual delights, with its labyrinth of lanes and alleyways interweaving buildings of the old and the new. Stroll leisurely or opt for a trishaw ride, and drown in the sights and sounds of a remarkable city steep in its historical past, where the diverse architecture and aromatic street foods are just two of many testaments to its varied cultural heritage and history as a former trading port.

No trip to Penang is ever complete without fully sampling its innumerable street food offerings, which encompasses Chinese, Malay and Indian street delicacies, offering a slice into the melting pot culture that is so uniquely Penang. Be gallant and indulge in local fare second to none in the region!

Last but not least, take a breath-taking cable car ride up Penang Hill or hitch a ride on-board the famous yellow ferries at Weld Quay, promising you an impressive view of two prime heritage buildings – the Wisma Yeap Chor Ee and Wisma Kastam. The Penang Bridge, one of the longest in Asia, links the island to the mainland and is another attraction certainly not to be missed!

 
 
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