July 7th is designated as George Town World Heritage Day and it is a state holiday here in Penang to celebrate the recognition.
George Town Street View: A Walk Through Time
Penang in Monochrome: Old George Town Dispensary
Penang in Monochrome: The Chew Jetty
Penang in Monochrome: Suffolk House
George Town Street View: The Abandoned Heritage
George Town Street View: A Closed Temple
Penang Isle: Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple
Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple is one of the oldest Hindu temples in George Town and is located in Penang’s Little India. The historical temple was built in 1833 and is also known as Sri Mahamariamman Temple.
On a side note, Thaipusam festival was also held on 8 January this year in Penang.
Penang Chinese New Year Festival: Scenes from the Fest
Various activities at the Chinese New Year festival and celebration in George Town.
Penang Chinese New Year Festival: The Blue Lion
Lion dance performance during the Chinese New Year celebration at George Town. Lion dance in Penang was found to have started during the 1930s, whereby it was a tradition brought over by immigrants from southern China back then. Hence, the common lion dance here is the southern lion dance style. Usually performed during Chinese New Year or any major Chinese event, the lion dance is believed to bring luck and fortune.