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.
A street vendor selling chestnuts roasted with coffee. A popular local delicacy here, this stall is usually found located beside Chowrasta Market in Penang Road.
This part of Penang Road which passes beside the KOMTAR complex is known for its array of camera shops (some very old ones) such as the one shown in the picture.
A trishaw passing by a large art mural “The Trishaw” in Penang Road, George Town.
Stores selling second hand or used books of various types and genres within Chowrasta Market. These stores were popular with locals as a place to buy used books at a bargain price and also to sell used books.
The renovated Chowrasta Market at Penang Road, George Town.
Chowrasta Market is located at the heart of George Town and is a popular for the locals and one of the oldest markets in Penang. The market’s building had undergone renovations for several years and houses various stalls selling local items and produce.
Shot of the famous Chendul stall at Keng Kwee Street, off Penang Road, George Town.
The towering Komtar posing at the background of shophouses along Penang Road, George Town.
The old Shree Kunj Bihari temple (also known as Sri Kunj Bihari Temple or Shree Krishna Temple) is a North Indian temple located at Penang Road, at the heart of George Town. Built in the 1800s, the temple was the first place of worship for the Indian community in the area, who came from North India.