Association for the
Advancement of Computing in Education
Celebrating 30+ Years of
Service to the IT in Education / E-Learning Community
Celebrating 30+ Years of
Service to the IT in Education / E-Learning Community
Ranked one of New York Times' 44 Places to Go in 2009, Penang is a fascinating fusion of the East and West. Penang embraces modernity while retaining its traditions and old world charm. While soaking in the sun at one of the many beautiful beaches is a must, visitors must bring along their most comfortable walking shoes because there is a whole new world to be explored in the quaint nooks and crannies. Offering the best of Asia, Penang's sights and sounds reflect the colorful heritage of her many races and the pride of her people. Be it lush tropical gardens or ornately designed temples and unique heritage buildings, Penang will give you a glimpse into a world where nature, tradition and history blend into a rich cultural tapestry.
Situated along the north-western coast of the peninsula, Penang is Malaysia’s only “island state”. Locals are fondly known as Penangites, many of whom will proudly tell you that the state comprising a population of approximately 1.5 million, is a close-knit community of diverse ethnicities, cultures and dialects.
In Penang, the journey never ends and the excitement never stops. Experience the culture and all that this beautiful paradise has to offer. Be adventurous and explore when visiting the “Pearl of the Orient”.
Like everything else about this small city, shopping here is also a larger than life experience – From the Lorong Kulit and Rope Walk flea markets to the Campbell Street and Little India traditional shopping areas and modern shopping malls like Gurney Plaza and Queensbay (just to name a few), Penang is a shopper’s paradise. Bargaining is a skill that is best honed in Penang where the traders are quite a friendly lot.
Long regarded as the food capital of Malaysia, Penang also entices visitors with its beautiful coasts and scrumptious cuisines. Penang gourmet ranges from street food to fine dining but her myriad of flavors are definitely unique to the island state. Whether it's exotic local street food or the elegance of fine dining you crave, Penang has it all. Serving everything from Japanese, Korean, Italian, English and French to Indian, Chinese, Malay, Indonesian and Thai cuisine, it is her hawker fare that both locals and foreigners cannot get enough of.
Penang is never quiet – not even at night. When it comes to chilling with your buddies or new found friends, there are countless little pubs, bars and cafes. Live bands and the latest chart-topping hits are popular on this laidback tropical paradise.
It’s not just a conference. it’s a vacation! So plan to join us in Penang Malaysia, for Global Learn 2010 a great conference in the “Pearl of the Orient”.
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Text: ©Tourism Malaysia, adapted for use. Photos: ©iStockphoto.com & ©Tourism Malaysia
