The old and historical Kuan Yin Temple (Goddess of Mercy Temple ) in Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town.
Penang Perspective: A Night Temple
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George Town Night Street
Night view at Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling or previously known as Pitt Street in George Town.
Cycling along Kapitan Keling Mosque Street
A family cycling along Kapitan Keling Mosque Street (or Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling) in George Town.
George Town Street View: Pitt Street Townhouse
Old heritage townhouses along Kapitan Keling Mosque Street (or formerly Pitt Street).
Walking along the old Pitt Street
An old man walking along the sidewalk of Pitt Street or now known as Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, one of the historical and major roads in George Town, Penang.
Passing by the Kuan Yin Temple
A trishaw approaching the old Kuan Yin Temple.
Kapitan Keling Mosque Street (Formerly Pitt Street)
The ‘northern end’ of Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling (translated as Kapitan Keling Mosque Street) or formerly known as Pitt Street. The street was named after the Kapitan Keling Mosque.
The Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
The newly renovated Kuan Yin Temple at Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling (or formerly Pitt Street). Locally known as ‘Kuan Yin Teng’ (literally Kuan Yin’s Pavillion), this old temple is dedicated to Kuan Yin, who is the Goddess of Mercy according to Chinese belief.
Penang Chinese Town Hall
Established in 1881 by the Chinese merchants of Penang, the Penang Chinese Town Hall currently has its office building located along Pitt Street, George Town (next to the famous Kuan Yin Temple).
It was found that Chung Keng Quee was the single largest individual donor towards the founding of the town hall and was a prominent president serving from 1881 to 1883.
George Town Street View: Pitt Street
