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Name origin:

Did you know that before 1786, Penang was known as Pulau Ka Satu (only island)?

Eventually, the name Penang was adopted from pokok pinang (betel nut palms) that were growing profusely on the island.

State animal: Black Panther

State flower: Pinang Palm

State capital: George Town

Meaning Behind Colours
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Light Blue

represents the sea surrounding the island.

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White

represents the peace and serenity of the state.

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Yellow

represents prosperity of the people of the state.

Meaning Behind Shapes
Which of these statements is false?
Shoe designer Jimmy Choo is from Penang
Penang is the second smallest state in Malaysia
Char Koay Teow is Penang’s official state food
Penang was the first to launch “No Plastic Bag Day”
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