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The Penang Durian Festival, held annually from June to July, offers a fantastic chance for both locals and tourists to taste many of Malaysia's renowned durian varieties.
Malaysia is known for its variety of delicious durian types.
Durian farming in Malaysia is highly regarded for its quality and diversity. The country is famous for local durian varieties such as Musang King and D24. As a result, Malaysia ranks among the top durian exporters, with markets like China, Singapore, and Southeast Asia showing a strong preference for its durians.
The Penang Durian Festival runs annually from June to July. During this period, locals and tourists can indulge in durian delights. The festival is particularly famous for the Musang King variety, a durian that Malaysians are especially proud of. This variety is considered one of the finest in the world, with its golden-yellow flesh, flat seed, sweet taste, and distinctive aroma.
Penang has several areas known for durian sales, including Jalan Burma, Jalan Macalister, and Jalan Anson. Visitors can even enjoy durian directly at the farms in Balik Pulau. Additionally, there are tours available that allow guests to explore durian orchards and enjoy unlimited durian buffets. Just a stroll through the markets in Penang, and visitors can purchase tempting durian trays.
The enticing Durian Festival in Penang
At the Penang Durian Festival, in addition to fresh durian, visitors can also indulge in a variety of durian-infused dishes. These include durian lempok candy, dishes cooked with tempoyak (a fermented durian sauce), pulut durian (durian sticky rice), wajik cake, and durian dessert soup…
Besides enjoying durian, festival-goers can also participate in numerous activities. Highlights include durian-eating contests and learning about Malaysia’s durian farming techniques. Stages for performances and entertainment games are set up at the Penang Durian Festival, where many artists gather to showcase traditional dances of the country.
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Source: Mytour.vn Travel Guide
Mytour.vnTháng Bảy 4, 2024
