Cultural Celebrations of Penang

With a history of over two hundred years, Penang is a venue for many cultural celebrations. In the last few years, there have been a concerted effort to promote the cultures of the various races in Penang, and to celebrate festivities at an increasingly grander scale. Since George Town, the capital of Penang State, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the state has paid more attention in promoting its unique homegrown culture. The following are some of the activities that takes place in Penang.