Summary
- Three Penang heritage attractions will offer free admission on Sept 15 and 16.
- They include Fort Cornwallis, Penang State Museum and the museum’s Automotive Gallery.
- The initiative marks Malaysia Day and the fifth anniversary of Penang Hill’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve recognition.
GEORGE TOWN, September 15 — Penang will offer free admission to three heritage attractions on Sept 15 and 16 to encourage the public to explore the state’s history and cultural heritage.
State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said the initiative covers Fort Cornwallis, Penang State Museum and the Penang State Museum Automotive Gallery.
The programme coincides with Malaysia Day and the fifth anniversary of Penang Hill’s recognition as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Wong said the initiative aims to turn the holiday into a cultural and educational experience while strengthening appreciation of Malaysia’s shared history and diversity.
