Penang Sightseeing | The 'Pearl of the Orient' island and its mainland region


	Penang is the second smallest state in Malaysia after Perlis. It is located in the northwest region of Peninsular Malaysia by the Strait of Malacca. It encompasses the main island referred as the Pearl of the Orient and a part of the region in the mainland, which is bordered by the neighbouring state of Kedah. The narrow hinterland region is the Seberang Perai, formerly known as Province Wellesley. The two regions are connected by Penang Bridge, which has a span length of 13.5 km and ferries are also available as an alternative mode of transport to the island. Surrounding the main island are small islands which includes Pulau Jerejak, Pulau Rimau and Pulau Kendi, while Pulau Aman is situated to the south of Seberang Perai. Penang Sightseeing : Seberang Perai \| Penang Island Seberang Perai : A narrow hinterland of 738.41 square kilometres on the peninsula across a narrow channel whose smallest width is 4 km (2.5 miles). It is bordered by the neighbouring state of Kedah. Penang Island : The main island with a size of 293 square kilometres known as the Pearl of Orient. Although the island maybe small, but rich with cultural heritage and has lots of attractive sights to venture. Click on a thumbernail above for virtual sightseeing tour and travel information. George Town, located on the north-east corner of Penang Island is the capital of Penang state. A resident of Penang is colloquially called as a Penangnite.

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