Located right at the heart of George Town and in the Heritage Zone area, the Campbell House is an unique boutique hotel focusing on the rich history and distinctive culture of the island.
For more info, http://www.campbellhousepenang.com
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Penang Portrait V
A familiar view for those crossing over to the island with the ferry.
Street Cycling in George Town
Penang Isle: Wisma Yeap Chor Ee
Easily viewable from the ferry going towards the island’s terminal, the Wisma Yeap Chor Ee (or Yeap Chor Ee Building) was built in 1922. It was then used to house mercantile offices related to the Penang port during its heydays.
George Town Roofs
A shot of the various roof shapes of the old pre-war houses in George Town.
Penang: A Random Street Shot
Penang Isle: Kapitan Keling Mosque
Located at the Heritage zone of George Town, the Kapitan Keling Mosque is one of the oldest and famous landmarks in the island.
The mosque was built by the the head of the Indian Muslim community in Penang during the year 1800, and is located at along Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling (formerly Pitt Street but was later renamed after the mosque). The historic mosque was also used previously as the state mosque of Penang. The name “kapitan keling” is used to denote the headman or leader of the South Indian Muslim community.
Further info on the mosque here: http://www.visitpenang.gov.my/portal3/what-to-see/attractions/kapitan-keling-mosque.html
Penang Isle: The Goddess of Mercy Temple
Penang Isle: Yeoh Kongsi Clan Temple
The Yeoh Kongsi clan association originates from the period of 1836 to 1840, is a clan association of Hokkien emigrants in Penang bearing the Yeoh surname who came from mainland China. Yeoh Kongsi is one of the five major Hokkien clan associations in Penang and the association’s building is located at the intersection of Chulia Street Ghaut and Victoria Street, George Town.
Penang Isle: Portrait of an Old Cinema
Odeon is one of Penang’s oldest cinemas and the only one that is still remaining presently as a movie theater.