Penang's efforts in preserving its rich history and culture earned the state recognition by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), an achievement that reflects Malaysia's attention to heritage conservation.
Formerly a swampland, today a World Heritage Site; George Town has evolved from a trading post to a modern city that is committed to heritage preservation.
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