About a hundred kilometers south of Langkawi lies the island of Penang. Penang, although a small island, has no shortage of cultural sights and natural scenery to amaze you. The beaches of Penang are famed for their white sands and gentle breeze from the sea. As fabulous as its beaches are, some of Penang's deeper mysteries should also be experienced.

According to local folklore, the Snake Temple, dedicated to a Buddhist healer-priest, was inhabited by snakes which crawled out of the jungle on the night of the temple's completion. The snakes are still there today. The Kek Lok Si temple, at Air Itam, is reputed to be the most beautiful and largest temple complex in Southeast Asia. Its seven-story pagoda, over 90 feet high, is a harmonious blend of Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architecture and craftsmanship.

From walking along the sandy beaches of Tanjung Bungah to admiring the landscape from the summit of Penang Hill to shopping for merchandise in Georgetown, you’ll never get bored on this island! There are also a few tiny islands that are rich in flora and fauna begging to be explored. In Penang, visit some of the famous temples that boast ancient architecture or historical landmarks that paint the story of immigrants and colonists who came to Penang centuries ago. It’s possible to cover many sights in a day - as Penang is after all, not a very big place..