{"id":248783,"date":"2025-03-06T05:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/?p=248783"},"modified":"2025-03-06T05:55:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T22:55:22","slug":"penang-promotes-two-way-tourism-with-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/2025\/03\/penang-promotes-two-way-tourism-with-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Penang promotes two-way tourism with India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>CHENNAI, India: 6 March 2025:\u00a0In a step towards strengthening tourism ties between Penang and Chennai, India, 11 media organisations from Penang embarked on a media familiarisation trip to Chennai, India, earlier this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative aligns with the recent launch of IndiGo Airlines\u2019 direct flights connecting Penang and Chennai, a development poised to enhance tourism and cultural exchange between the two destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"342\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-248784 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-3.jpg 599w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-3-300x171.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 599px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 599\/342;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Penang Convention &amp; Exhibition Bureau Director YB Wong Yuee Harng and <\/em>Penang Convention &amp; Exhibition Bureau CEO Ashwin Gunasekeran promote<em> two-way tourism between Penang and Chennai, India.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The primary objective of the media trip using the IndiGo flights was to generate interest among Penang residents in travelling to Chennai by showcasing the city\u2019s diverse attractions, rich cultural heritage, and travel experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The media delegation visited Mahabalipuram, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites that showcase ancient rock-cut temples and intricate sculptures reflecting India&#8217;s profound history. They also explored Chennai&#8217;s bustling cityscape, where modernity and tradition blend seamlessly, and Kanchipuram, a city renowned for its magnificent temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8216;The Penang State Government supported the initiative as part of its commitment to establish direct flights between Penang and Chennai,\u201d said Penang Convention &amp; Exhibition Bureau Director YB Wong Yuee Harng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Penang Convention &amp; Exhibition Bureau CEO Ashwin Gunasekeran underscored the significance of the initiative.<br>\u201cThrough extensive media exposure, we aim to amplify awareness of Chennai\u2019s rich tourism offerings, ensuring the success of these direct flights while fostering deeper collaborations in tourism and business. Strengthening these connections aligns with Penang\u2019s broader vision of expanding its presence in key markets.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CHENNAI, India: 6 March 2025:\u00a0In a step towards strengthening tourism ties between Penang and Chennai, India, 11 media organisations from Penang embarked on a media familiarisation trip to Chennai, India, earlier this week. 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