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The Nine Emperor Gods’ Temple

This old The Nine Emperor Gods Temple (a townhouse painted in yellow) is located at Cheong Fatt Tze Street, George Town.

Primarily observed by the local Chinese, the Nine Emperor Gods Festival is a 9-days Taoist celebration beginning on the eve of 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar. This year’s celebration will be ending on the 17th October. During a 9-days period, devotees will be observing a strict vegetarian diet.

“The festival is dedicated to the nine sons of Dou Mu, the Goddess of the North Star, who is believed to control the Books of Life and Death. Devotees believe the deities arrive through the waterway and processions are usually held from temples to the river or seashore as a symbolic gesture.”

Penang Street View: Jalan Balik Pulau (Balik Pulau Road)

A major road in the hilly area of Penang, Jalan Balik Pulau connects the Ayer Itam town with the Balik Pulau town through a long road that also goes through the hilly area via a hill path. It also passes by the famous Kek Lok Si temple.

Penang Road Street View: Chowrasta Market

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.