The financial Heart of Penang
George
Town, the capital of the island of Penang was named by the British after
King George III. It was established by Capt Francis Light in 1786. Penang is
the oldest British settlement in Malaysia. The government centre and its
financial heart, George Town is an interesting and bustling city with modern
high rise buildings, cathedrals, mosques, government offices, temples,
bazaars, shops and cafes.One must visit the older part of the town that has narrow lanes and alleyways, which makes it a pleasure to walk.
The most interesting place to visit is Fort Cornwallis is situated at the spot where Captain Francis Light was supposed to have landed in 1786. Originally a wooden structure, the fort was rebuilt between 1808 and 1810 with convict labour.
Langkawi
A Tropical Paradise
Langkawi is situated in the state of Kedah, consists of 104 islands, stretching out over 362 sq km. The capital of Langkawi is at Kuah. Out of the 104 islands Langkawi is the largest, with a sizeable population, mainly of Malay origin. And only three of the other islands.
Unspoilt and rustic, it is a tropical paradise spectacularly endowed by nature, one where crystal clear emerald waters, azure skies, dense tropical rainforests, and fantastic limestone formations can be found. Langkawi has been called the 'Island of legends’ because a number of folklore, myth and legend can be heard about the place.
Pangkor
Nature's Private Island
Pangkor lies off the west coast of Perak in Peninsular Malaysia. For thousands of years, it was the refuge of seamen who sailed though the Straits of Malacca, thanks to its many idyllic bays. Pirates, adventurers, merchants and soldiers of fortune alike were mesmerized by her charming beauty. Today, despite Malaysia’s fast-paced progress, Pangkor remains a haven for visitors seeking a return to nature. Bask in glorious sunshine on her golden beaches. Catch sight of fishing boats rocking gently on her calm waters. Get close to nature when you trek through her virgin jungles. Or experience the warm, friendly hospitality of her people. Whichever you choose, Pangkor will thrill you.
Penang
The
Pearl of the OrientPenang is located on the north-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It comprises the Penang island and a strip on the mainland named Province Wellesley Seberang Perai) which are linked by the Penang Bridge, the third longest in the world. Penang island measures a modest 285sq.km and is inhabited by slightly over a million people who hail from a diverse mix of cultures and religions.
Penang is blessed with such a great variety of food that it is often said that Penangites don't eat to live, they live to eat. Hawker stalls offering a diverse selection of local fare are in abundance everywhere you go. Nasi Kandar, Satay (skewered marinated meat pieces), Laksa (noodles in spicy sour soup), Hainanese Chicken Rice, Popiah and Rojak are just some of Penang’s sumptuous treats you can't afford to miss. Penang possesses a unique charm of old and new perfectly blended. Take to its streets and you will see small time pedlars exhibiting their wares within view of larger, more modern business establishments. Vintage trishaws share the roads with modern automobiles. Quaint, old buildings stang proud next to taller, more sophisticated ones. It is an island in full bloom. And it beckons you to harvest your dream of a wonderful holiday.
The
Kinabalu region is on the west coast of Sabah, 'The Land Below the Wind'.
Here sits South-East Asia's highest peak, the mystical Mount Kinabalu,
rising a 4,101 meters above sea level. Kinabalu holds the promise of many
exhilarating moments for its visitors. Tour Kota Kinabalu, the bustling
capital city of Sabah, or retreat to Kinabalu Park, a paradise for
naturalists, botanists, bird watchers, mountaineers or just about anyone who
wants to be close to nature. The park is home to an incredibly diverse range
of flora and fauna including the Rafflesia, the world’s largest flower.
Scale the ‘home of a dragon’, Mount Kinabalu or indulge in some
thrilling white-water rafting action down fast-flowing turbulent rivers.
Whatever you choose, excitement awaits you right here in Kinabalu.
Located
on the west coast of Penisular Malaysia, about 147 kilometers south of Kuala
Lumpur, Malacca is a state hailed by history. Malacca spans 1,658sq.km, and
is divided into three main districts, Central Malacca, Alor Gajah and Jasin.
Malacca boasts a legacy of history and charm only a rare few places on Earth
are bestowed with. Aptly, it was officially declared a Historic City in 1989
by its Ruler, the Yang Di-Pertua Negeri of Malacca The Governor of Malacca).
Visiting Malacca is a must for any tourist. Here, remnants of the past sit
unperturbed by a city that races towards the future. A juxtaposition that is
Malacca’s alone, one that is bound to mesmerize you.
