Penang, Malaysia is chosen as the second best destination among "The 44 Places To Go in 2009" by New York Times readers. The top spot is occupied by Beirut, the capital city of Lebanon.
The only other Asian countries in the list are India at 9th, Thailand (Phuket), 15th, The Philippines (Boracay) at 26th and Bhutan at 36th. However, Penang is listed at 22nd according to "Times Recommendations" while Beirut remains at number one.
Penang is a great destination — beautiful beaches, great and cheap food, full of history and is even declared as one of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Sunset at Batu Ferringhi beach in Penang Island (Photo credit: Meilyn)
Penang’s famous Char Kuey Teow (Photo credit: Suanie)
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