3.8
History museums
Penang State Museum and Art Gallery
George Town, Malaysia
Housed in a colonial-era building, the Penang State Museum and Art Gallery showcases Penang’s eclectic history with exhibits ranging from Straits Chinese artifacts to contemporary art. Don’t overlook the whale skeleton dating back 47 million years.
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- Best months
- Jan–May
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