Penang—Isle of the Betel Nut

Penang, in north western Malaysia, also called Pulau Pinang (Isle of the Betel Nut), derives its name from the plentiful betel nut palms lining its sandy beaches.
Penang—Isle of the Betel Nut
"Little Children on a Bicycle" mural in Georgetown. Li Yen/Epoch Times
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Penang, in north western Malaysia, also called Pulau Pinang (Isle of the Betel Nut), derives its name from the plentiful betel nut palms lining its sandy beaches.

A melting pot of cultures, this ‘Pearl of the Orient’ still retains its old-school charm and remains a favourite destination for many holidaymakers.

Penang Street Art in Georgetown
Hunting down the numerous wall paintings and wrought-iron caricatures can be both an enjoyable and arduous task under the hot sun.

"The Real Bruce Lee Would Never Do This" mural in Georgetown. (Li Yen/Epoch Times)
"The Real Bruce Lee Would Never Do This" mural in Georgetown. Li Yen/Epoch Times