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Penang: see Pinang Pinang or Penang (both: pənăng`), state (1991 pop. 1,065,075), c. ..... Click the link for more information. , Malaysia. PenangMalay PinangIsland (pop., 2005 est.: 1,468,800), Malaysia. It lies in the Strait of Malacca off the northwestern coast of West (Peninsular) Malaysia, part of the state of Pulau Pinang. The capital and chief port is George Town (pop., 2000: 180,573), in the northeast. British colonization began in 1786. In 1826 Penang (known until 1867 as Prince of Wales Island) combined with Malacca and Singapore to form the Straits Settlements. From the mid-19th century it was a market for tin and rubber. In 1948 it became part of the Federation of Malaya, later Malaysia. In the late 20th century it became one of Malaysia's prime tourist centres, with resort hotels mainly on the northern coast at Batu Feringgi. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| based electronics recycler and asset recovery firm, has announced the opening of a new recycling facility in Penang, Malaysia. MODERN DREAMS: An Inquiry into Power, Cultural Production, and the Cityscape in Contemporary Penang, Malaysia. 4) Camera crew sets up a shot in the water off Penang, Malaysia (1990). |
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