This narrow, mural-lined alley running beside the old Beach Street Fire Station in George Town is decorated with festive Chinese lanterns along with Hari Raya motifs such as golden crescents and stars, and ketupat motifs which give it a very local festive feel. It is also a show of transition between two festive holidays celebrated commonly in Penang.
A small and somewhat hidden alley connecting M-Summit Hotel and the Gurdwara Road in front of Gama departmental store in George Town. The picturesque and Instagrammable alley is adorned with vibrant bougainvillea arches that stretch across the walkway. Its exact location can be found HERE.
An art mural found at an alley of Beach Street, featuring the work of Kenji Chai, a local Malaysian artist.
A large street art mural painted by Color Fighter depicting a tiger in a resting position, which can be found at a small alley in Chulia Street, George Town. Reposted from 2017.
In conjunction with George Town World Heritage Day, Georgetown Heritage and Penang Bazaar have unveiled a tribute mural at Penang Bazaar’s Color Lane. The mural, painted by local artist Vincent Phang, honors Pak Nazaruddin, who devoted 45 years to the Kebaya trade, leaving a lasting legacy in Penang’s cultural landscape.
Pak Nazaruddin’s dedication as a Kebaya merchant is celebrated through this artwork, which not only adds vibrancy to Penang Bazaar but also blends art and history in a meaningful way. The mural pays tribute to his contributions to the local community and highlights Penang’s rich heritage as a cultural hub.
Another art work by the same artist can be found along this alley as well: Link.
A man at work with a sewing machine.
A mural created by artist Vincent Phang at a small alley beside Penang Bazaar, which is also an art tribute to 𝐌𝐫. 𝐀𝐛𝐝𝐮𝐥 𝐀𝐳𝐢𝐳, a local old tailor at the said bazaar.
The alley floor itself is also painted with colorful patterns which makes it an instagrammable place.
Google Map location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HXyazmvN8YwMrKA19
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 but often forgotten alleys.
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.
A stroll through the many alley ways in George town is a little adventure of its own. Several 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.
A hidden strange alley off Victoria Street with photographs of various world events and old telephone attached on the wall.