Penang is a state in Malaysia, located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is in earlier times known as Prince of Wales Island .Penang is the second smallest state in Malaysia after Perils, and the eighth most populous state. The island is divided into two administrative districts—south West Penang Island and North East Penang Island - The eastern portion of the island facing the mainland Province Wellesley is highly urbanized and built-up with industrial, commercial or residential areas. The western portion which serves as the green lung is generally less developed and hilly.Penang is a small progressive city with some of the most picturesque natural sceneries and absolutely endearing people. On their tours to Penang, tourists tend to will fall in love with the city and its ethnic charm.

Penang Hill is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Penang. A hill resort comprising a few islands and beautiful hill ranges, it is one of the top places for trekking in Malaysia. Penang Bridge Is a true awesome sight of architecture. The only surface link to the mainland Malaysia, this 13.5 km long bridge is measured to be one of the longest in the world. Khoo Kongsi It is one of the main attractions of Penang, is a large Chinese house with lovely architectural beauty. This place is demonstration to the Chinese dominance in the region of Penang. Thanks to its rapidly increasing flora and fauns and the constant emergence of wildlife parks, Penang is also the ideal place for those who wish to undertake wildlife tours to Malaysia. Penang Butterfly Park and Tropical Fruit Farm are some of the most unique tourist sites in Malaysia. For moments of complete relaxation and fun with dear ones, tourists should visit Gurney Drive, a two-km long walkway along the coastline of Penang. It is the best place for walkers, joggers and family picnics. Snake Temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram and St. Anne's Church are some of the religious tourist attractions in Penang.

From shopping malls to night markets and antique shops to cultural areas, Penang has offers the huge varities of commodities for sale. During the annual nationwide shopping festivals in August, Penang becomes a massive hub of commercial excitement as locals and tourists flock to cash in on the shopping boom. Apart from this Bargaining is the culture here. When it comes to shops and stalls, do your best to haggle for the best price. There's no price that can't be lowered down with the proper know-how and bargaining. And if the price doesn't suit you, always look around elsewhere.One can find typical range of goods from designer brands to fresh fruits under one roof in any of the malls.

Penang offers an exotic and delicious cuisine .Penang food is both famous and fabulous.It's true that hawkers in states or towns have been known to pull the crowd by simply advertising their food as hailing from Penang .Penang vendor food can be broken down approximately into several varieties. Penang offers special verities of food like Chinese, vegetarian, Indian, Malay, Hakka-styled Western, seafood and desserts. Some famous examples are Malay style chicken rice and char koay teow, and Chinese satay and nasi lemak. And all that are available at cheap and reasonable prize. Indian cuisine goes by two names normally – banana leaf rice and nasi kandar. Both are hot and savory with rice being the main staple, and a menu from north Indian tandoori and Nan bread, to South Indian rice and capati is also easily available.

Peanan has tropical climate through out the year. The average monthly high range of temperature is vary from 30°C to 31°C (86-88°F) for the whole year and monthly lows temperature vary from 23°C and 24°C (74-75°F). During the month of August and October there is heavy rainfall.

The currency of Penang is Malaysian Ringgit (RM) is the code for this currency. Coins are issued in denominations of 1 sen, 5 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen, 50 sen and RM1.00. Currency notes are in RM1, RM2, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, RM100, RM 500 and RM1, 000. Foreign currency and travelers cheques can be easily converted into Malaysian Ringgit at banks or authorized money changers throughout the country.