Old phone booths being converted to “mini library” as part of the George Town’s effort to promote reading culture. These mini libraries are located along Beach Street, near the north end side.
Penang Perspective: Books Booth in George Town
Category: George Town / Island
Penang Perspective: The Old Macallum Flats
A view of the old Macallum Street Ghaut PDC Flats, one of the earliest low-cost high rise residences in Penang. These flats were built by the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) in the 1980s following a land reclamation.
A Stroll through the Back Alleys in George Town
A number of old back alleys in George Town recently went through a ‘beautification process’ as new colorful tiled walkways are being built for people to take a stroll along these rustic alleys.
Penang Esplanade Promenade
The newly upgraded promenade of the Esplanade in George Town, Penang. The 570-metre promenade upgrade infuses the old historical seawall of the Esplanade along with a new walkway. The old seawall was found to be built since the early 1800s.
During high tide season, a special lower section of the walkway will be filled with seawater and if the time is right, one can even wade through the saltwater via the walkway.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri
A mascot of G Hotel adorning Raya costume at Kelawai Road in Penang. Today marks tghe first day of Hari Raya, celebrated by Muslims in Malaysia.
2022 Hari Raya Decorations in Penang Shopping Malls
The 2022 Hari Raya themed decorations featuring the two main shopping malls on the island.
Queensbay Mall festive decorations for Hari Raya:
Gurney Plaza shopping mall festive decorations for Hari Raya:
Penang Perspective: George Town Sky
Penang Perspective: Boon San Tong Khoo Kongsi
Located along Victoria Street and built in 1878, Boon San Tong Khoo Kongsi is is one of the two ancestral temples which belong to the Khoo clan in Penang.
Penang Perspective: Sia Boey Urban Archaeological Park
George Town Street View: A Temple of lanterns
The old Kuan Yin Temple (also known locally as Kuan Im Teng, or the Goddess of Mercy’s Temple), which is located at Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling (formerly Pitt Street) in George Town.