Penang to India

An island located off the North-Western coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Penang is famous for its beautiful beaches, laid-back villages, historic landmarks and burgeoning resort areas. Boasting of a unique culinary diversity and exotic flavours, this place has earned the prestigious title of ‘Food Paradise’ of Malaysia. To discover the heritage of this city and witness the architectural beauty, visitors can step in the Georgetown district, which is famous for its ancient churches, temples and colonial structures. Travellers looking for a peaceful and rejuvenating setting in this town can visit Balik Pulau, a small village, known for its fruit orchards and paddy fields. Kek Lo Si- the 'Temple of Supreme Bliss' is a must-visit place on any trip to Penang. Recorded as the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia, this highly pious site is sure to leave an everlasting impression on the hearts and minds of visitors. Penang Botanic Gardens that boasts of a small waterfall and hosts several floral festivals and music festivals, every year is another place of tourist interest here. Tourists can head to Penang Bridge- one of the most iconic landmarks in this region to behold amazing views of the city and the port. To travel around this marvellous island city in a cost-effective manner, tourists can grab a cheap travel package from MakeMyTrip.

India is a mosaic of multicultural experiences. As you travel the expanse of the country, you witness diverse nuances and incomparable range of landscapes, festivals, cuisines, faiths, arts, crafts, music, tribes, history, architecture and myriad attractions. Fringed by the frozen summits of the Himalayas in the north, it stretches southwards and at the Tropic of Cancer, tapers off into the Indian Ocean between the Bay of Bengal on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west; don’t expect to absorb all of India in one visit! On your first trip, start with the ‘Golden Triangle’; the historic capital city of Delhi, with abundance of food and culture, Mughal relics, maze like markets to Agra, home to the most iconic monument, Taj Mahal and zipping to the colorful city of Jaipur. An explorer’s paradise, the state of Rajasthan offers mesmerizing desert landscape, pristine lakes, rich culture and gastronomy, a delectable mix of luxurious heritage hotels, majestic monuments and vibrant bazaars. From the bustling metropolis, Mumbai, which is home to Bollywood to getting lost in the kaleidoscopic colorful holy city of Varanasi. The underexplored beauty of North East with tea plantations, national parks and pristine mountains. On the other hand, the palm-fringed coast lines of Goa, Kerala, and Pondicherry draw crowds to lively beaches, picturesque backwaters, French flavored architecture, beautiful cathedrals and temples, luxury resorts, Ayurveda spas and exotic sea food cuisine. India is best appreciated like a buffet table, with repeat visits to sample the next tantalizing platter! Book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.