CHINATOWN - PENANG (PULAU PINANG)

 

 

CHINATOWN

NORTH OF MALAYSIA

 

 

 

Chinatown in Penang, MalaysiaChinatown on the island stretches from Weld Quay to Stewart Street, Muntri Street, Campbell Street and King Street. Chinatown is so large and well-preserved that it provides a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of Chinese immigrant settlers who came here in the 1800s.

 

This tourist area is also one of the best places to go for hawker food.This famous tourist attraction is a good area to learn and Photo: Chinatown in Penang        observe the traditional lifestyle of the Chinese people which was passed down from many generations. Visitors will be intrigued by the many clanhouses, shophouses and temples found along these streets which reflect the heritage left behind and this area is believed to have the most heritage buildings in Malaysia.

 

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