The Pearl of the Orient is also home to one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia
Just less than an hour and a half away from Singapore, Penang is famous for its soft sandy beaches, delicious food, and plenty of cultural sights. Fondly regarded as Malaysia's food capital, the holiday destination is often considered the perfect place for Singaporeans looking for a quick getaway. From tucking into mouth-watering local fare and hunting down murals in Georgetown, here are some fun things for you to check out the next time you're in Penang for the first time. In fact, even if you've been to Penang before, some of these simple pleasures just never get old! Enjoy!
3. Go mural hunting
If we had to choose an item as one of Penang’s most distinguishing feature, it might just be these curious street art and murals plastered all over its historical core of Georgetown. Whether you’re legit into street art and its rebellious subculture, or simply just looking for something fancy to jazz up your Instagram feed, the street art in Penang won’t disappoint. Apart from painted murals, look out for the hefty 52 iron rod sculptures that illustrate Penang heritage from a time where life was much more simple.
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