Georgetown (in Penangs) is an interesting place and worth having a look if your ever in the region. Like a good little tourist I have been doing all the regular site seeing stuff. Although I must say I'd be lost without my lonely planet guide (which has fast become my bible), it makes such a difference. It’s pretty easy to get around on foot (even without footpaths). The roads seem to be shared by all, the cars, the bikes, the food stalls and the pedestrians! The first day was a bit hairy but now it’s almost become second nature skipping in and out of the traffic and around everyone. The ones you have to watch out for are the motor bikes (scooters), some of those guys are mad racing around on those things. Penang (also known
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