Penang, Malaysia

Our first stop in Malaysia was a real surprise. Having come from the party island of Phuket in Thailand it was nice to be somewhere a bit more relaxed. Georgetown on Penang Island in the North West of Malaysia is a very colonial city with some of the best food we’ve ever eaten!

Turn Left at the Monks – Matt Preston

Big Incense – Matt Preston

The new 9 storey tall Pagoda over the Kuan Yin statue is very impressive and we were lucky to be there on the day it was opened to the public. It’s refreshing to see new architecture which such artistic work when the world seems obsessed with steel and glass buildings.

Kuan Yin Pagoda – Matt Preston

A fishing village not too far from Georgetown was a great place to meet some fishermen and watch them unload their catch. It was hard to get a decent vantage point as most boats are covered in ropes which I found quite annoying when trying to compose. Never

It’s Down There Somewhere – Matt Preston

Barrel of Fish – Matt Preston

We also visited a nearby Butterfly Sanctuary which is always a delight for any photographer. It was a shame I didn’t have my macro lens with me as so real close ups would have been fun.

Taking a Breather – Matt Preston

Catching Some Rays – Mat Preston

Clock Tower – Matt Preston

We really enjoyed Penang. The people of Malaysia are so friendly, the food was divine and the cheap bus service made getting around very easy. I’d definitely recommend it on any itinerary in Malaysia.

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