Several people seen fishing in the foreground of the famous clan jetty at Weld Quay area.
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The Clan Jetty
A Wooden House at Chew Jetty
With a wall mural painted by artist Ernest Zacharevic.
Penang Isle: A Fishing Village at Balik Pulau
Balik Pulau (literally meaning ‘back of the island’ in Malay) is a town in Penang, Malaysia. It is also one of the thirteen parliamentary constituencies in Penang, stretching about half of Penang Island, from Batu Feringhi at its north to Teluk Kumbar at its south.
Balik Pulau main town roundabout.
Penang Isle: Batu Maung Fishing Village and Admiral Cheng Ho Temple
A fishing village at Batu Maung, Penang. The temple to the legendary Admiral Cheng Ho is also located at the shore, overlooking the village. Admiral Cheng Ho is commonly known as Sam Poh Kong by the locals here, and worshipped as a deity by fishermen.
Penang Isle: The CHEW Jetty
A Brief Info
The CHEW Jetty is a settlement of wooden houses built on stilts and the name “CHEW” is the surname (the first name) of the residences and that’s where the name was derived. Migrant’s families with this surname would live together in this area. The CHEW jetty is now one of the popular tourist attractions on the island. Wooden platforms connect the houses supported by stilts on the waters. Visitors can even go for a homestay at the village for an unique experience.
