



Once Coffee cafe located at Jalan Datuk Koyah, The Sugar Tang place at Carnarvon Street, Yap Kongsi Temple at Armenian Street and a liquor store at Campbell Street.




Once Coffee cafe located at Jalan Datuk Koyah, The Sugar Tang place at Carnarvon Street, Yap Kongsi Temple at Armenian Street and a liquor store at Campbell Street.

Penang Road (Jalan Penang) is one of George Town’s oldest and liveliest streets, connecting colonial-era landmarks with modern spots like Komtar and Chowrasta Market. Known for its mix of heritage, street food, and nightlife—especially around Upper Penang Road—it remains a key hub for both locals and tourists.

Kek Lok Si, the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, is a stunning hilltop sanctuary in Penang, blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architectural styles. Famous for its multi-tiered Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas and the towering Kuan Yin statue, the temple offers breathtaking views of George Town and beyond. Pilgrims and tourists alike visit to admire its intricate carvings, vibrant prayer halls, and serene gardens, making it both a spiritual haven and a photographer’s dream.
During Chinese New Year, the temple transforms into a dazzling spectacle of lights at night, adding to its enchanting charm.
A night walk around the heritage area of Armenian Street during Chinese New Year period in 2025.

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.



Kek Lok Si lights up at nights during the Chinese New Year period.
Note: No celebrations are being allowed due to the Covid-19 pandemic and as a result, I have added fireworks to this night photo of Penang.

Butterworth Bagan Art Alley Walk.
As part of the effort to rejuvenate the old Bagan town in Butterworth, this area is being developed as Butterworth’s very own art space. This ‘outdoor art gallery’ hosts various art works or murals from local artists and is organized by Zart Inventive.
Google Map Location to the street art area: https://goo.gl/maps/r89hFHGByfJ2





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.

The Acheen Street or Acheh Street (Lebuh Acheh), is a street in George Town named for the old Acehnese community who used to live there.
