An Islander's Perspective of Penang
As one of the first streets created in George Town, Queen Street (Lebuh Queen) was found to be named after Queen Charlotte (19 May 1744 – 17 November 1818), the wife of King George III.
Queen Street starts from an intersection of Church Street leading all the way south to the popular Little India.
Happy Deepavali to those who celebrate it.
This is a shot of the Sri Mahamariamman Temple in George Town, which is one of the oldest Hindu temple here.
Armenian Street on a less busy day during the pandemic period. The street has seen lesser tourists due to the lingering Covid-19 cases in the country.
A view of the KOMTAR Tower from Rope Walk, or Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town.
Old heritage pre-war townhouses along Acheen Street, George Town. These double-storeys townhouses normally have the “Southern Chinese” Eclectic Style architecture, which is often influenced by a mix of Chinese, Indian and European style design.
At the height of over 230 meters, Komtar Tower is the tallest building in Penang and one of the tallest buildings in Malaysia.
Part of the historical Fort Cornwallis wall at the Esplanade.
One of the many cafes in George Town, Le Petit Four Patisserie is located along the heritage row of Beach Street townhouses in George Town.
A unique four-storeys shophouse located at the junction of Acheen Street and Beach Street in George Town.
A view of the MARA Building from an alley way in George Town. The building is painted similarly to the colors of the Malaysia national flag.
Hari Merdeka is the National Day of Malaysia which falls on 31st August.