Fun and Tricky Questions about Penang

What is Penang’s nickname?

• The Spice Island

• The Pearl of the Orient

• The Land of Laksa

• The Heritage Hub

Which iconic bridge connects Penang Island to the mainland?

• Golden Gate Bridge

• Penang Bridge

• Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge

• Both B and C

The famous Kek Lok Si Temple is located in which part of Penang?

• Balik Pulau

• Air Itam

• Batu Ferringhi

• Tanjung Bungah

What does 'Penang' mean in the Malay language?

• Betelnut

• Coconut tree

• Island of spices

• Harbor

Which famous mansion in Penang is known for its indigo-blue walls?

• The Blue Mansion (Cheong Fatt Tze)

• Pinang Peranakan Mansion

• Suffolk House

• Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

What makes Penang National Park unique?

• It has the smallest area of all national parks in Malaysia.

• It houses one of the world’s rarest meromictic lakes.

• It is the only park with free entry in Malaysia.

• All of the above.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site can you find in George Town?

• The Clan Jetties

• Street Art by Ernest Zacharevic

• Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

• All of the above

The famous Fort Cornwallis is located near which Penang landmark?

• Kapitan Keling Mosque

• Esplanade

• Clan Jetties

• KOMTAR Tower

What is the best-known beach destination in Penang?

• Batu Ferringhi

• Tanjung Bungah

• Teluk Bahang

• Monkey Beach

Which fruit is the Balik Pulau area famous for?

• Durian

• Mangosteen

• Rambutan

• Pineapple