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English
Although it is Malaysia’s smallest state, Penang island (Pulau Pinang) is one of Asia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan destinations, combining the influences of half a dozen cultures. Within sight of the west coast of the Malaysian peninsula – and linked to it by road bridges – the island is the birthplace of tourism in Malaysia. With great beaches, a mellow climate, and a colourful collection of attractions – several of which claim to be the largest, tallest, longest or oldest of their kind.
Facts
| Population | Penang State 1.5 million Georgetown 650,000 (2006 estimates) |
| Currency | Malaysian Ringgit (RM) 1 ringgit = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Banks and offices are open Monday-Friday 9.15am–4.30pm, closed Saturday and Sunday. Post offices are open Monday-Saturday 8.30am-5pm (closed first Saturday of each month and Sundays). Large shopping malls and department stores are open from 10am till 9 or 10pm. |
| Website | www.virtualmalaysia.com www.tourism.gov.my www.visitpenang.gov.my |
| Newspapers | The Star |
| Emergency numbers | Police and ambulance: 999 Fire: 994 Mobile (all emergencies): 112 |
| Tourist information | Tourism Malaysia Pahang Tel +60 4264 3494 / 263 4941 Email: mtpb.pahang@tourism.gov.my www.tourism.gov.my |
