Denpasar may not be far from the usual touristy resort areas of Bali, but the moment you transcend to the capital of Bali, a change in atmosphere is clearly felt. The laid back beach lifestyle is instantly changed to a bustling city. Not as hectic as you may think a capital city to be, and the lack of skyscrapers, due to a Balinese custom that disallows buildings to be taller than a coconut tree, gives way for blue skies. Apart from the many busy Balinese buzzing around on their scooters, many monuments and temples can be seen around the city. Catch a glimpse of the traditional markets at Pasar Badung and see the magnificent colors of fresh produce and colorful batiks up for offer.
Penang Island is the fourth-largest island in Malaysia. It is also the part of the state of Penang, located on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. George town is the capital of Penang. By 2008, George Town was formally inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside with Malacca. It is known as a city with a unique architectural and cultural townscape. Penang National Park, Botanical Gardens, Khoo Kongsi, are some of the top tourist attractions in Penang Island.