Penang Isle: The TAN Jetty
George Town Street View: Colors of the Flag
Penang Street Art (Nyonya Kuih Seller)
George Town Street View: A Random Graffiti Alley
George Town Street View: Kapitan Keling Mosque
Today in Penang, it is the Hari Raya Aidiladha (or Hari Raya Haji) holiday which is a religious festival celebrated by the Muslim community worldwide. Also known as Hari Raya Korban, it is a tradition here which usually involves the sacrifice of cows and sharing the meat with family, for relatives and friends, and for poor people.
George Town World Heritage Day (7 July)
George Town World Heritage Day is a Penang state holiday to recognize and commemorate the city’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 7 July 2008. The state holiday which falls on 7 July every year provides the opportunity to celebrate the city’s historical culture and heritage.
Covid-19 Era : Quiet Love Lane
Love Lane, once bustling with backpackers and tourists, now lies somewhat deserted during the Covid-19 period.
Covid-19 Era : Quiet Armenian Street
Armenian Street rarely sees such emptiness during the pre-Covid-19 era, however, with multiple movement control orders and the ban of travels, the popular street is mostly quiet these days.
George Town at Night : Komtar Tower Lighted Up
During the nights of Covid-19 pandemic, the lights of the Komtar Tower are turned on to reflect the “color” of the pandemic affecting the state.
