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Must-Try Penang Dishes

Authentic flavors that define the soul of Penang's legendary food heritage

Asam Laksa
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Asam Laksa

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Rojak
Favorite

Rojak

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Kway Chap
Must Try

Kway Chap

A Teochew dish featuring flat rice noodles in a savory duck broth.

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Cendol
Must Try

Cendol

A refreshing shaved ice dessert perfect for a hot day.

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Chai Kuih
Must Try

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Nyonya Kuih
Featured

Nyonya Kuih

Nyonya kuih is a broad category of bite-sized snacks or desserts. They can be steamed, baked, boiled, or grilled and com...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Sungai Lembu Village Arch
Tourist attraction

Sungai Lembu Village Arch

The Sungai Lembu Village Arch is the ceremonial gateway that marks the entrance to the village of S...

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Observations deck
Tourist attraction

Observations deck

This observations deck in Bukit Mertajam is an elevated platform or viewpoint designed to offer pan...

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Bukit Tok Alang aka Guar Petai
Nature preserve

Bukit Tok Alang aka Guar Petai

Bukit Tok Alang, also known by the name Guar Petai, is another name for the famous scenic spot more...

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Hua Guo Shan (Bukit Mertajam)
Tourist attraction

Hua Guo Shan (Bukit Mertajam)

Hua Guo Shan, which translates to "Flower Fruit Mountain," is a large and impressive Taoist temple ...

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Mural - Marking Georgetown "iron smith"
Tourist attraction

Mural - Marking Georgetown "iron smith"

This is one of the steel-rod caricature sculptures from the "Marking George Town" series, which tel...

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Penang Events

Stay updated with the latest festivals, exhibitions, and cultural celebrations

17 Feb 2026
Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year on 17 February 2026.

20 Dec 2025
Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Step into the magic of the Penang Chingay Parade 2025, where culture, colour, and community converge in a dazzling celeb...

22 Feb 2026
Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会) on 22 February 2026.

21 Mar 2026
Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri on 21 March 2026.

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

27 Dec 2025
Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15

Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15

"Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15 " on 27 December 2025. AddressPadang MBSP Bagan Luar

31 May 2026
Wesak Day

Wesak Day

Wesak Day on 31 May 2026.

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Dec 2025
Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集:国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集:国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition will be held from December 13 to 28, 2...

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