Penang

The kind people at Cultural Heritage and Action Team, a voluntary organisation formed by Penang heritage groups and activists have created this infographic for those interested in the architecture and history of heritage buildings in Penang. The infographic entitled “A Visual Guide to Penang Heritage Shophouses” was created jointly by Dr Gywnn Jenkins and Tan […]

Looking for things to do with the family especially the kids in the weekend. Why not get yourself down to Escape, a family theme park, based on an eco-friendly outdoor theme with a difference. Some of the activities suitable for children: Zoom Bug – a sort of mini pedal powered go cart; Tots Trail – […]

Lion Dance teams from different parts of the world will be coming to Penang in August to compete with each other in this adrenaline pumping International Lion Dance on Stilts Competition. It’s nerve wrecking even as a spectator in watching how each team maneuver and jump on stilts while maintaining their balance, carrying the lion head […]

Lion Dance teams from different parts of the world will be coming to Penang in August to compete with each other in this adrenaline pumping International Lion Dance on Stilts Competition. It’s nerve wrecking even as a spectator in watching how each team maneuver and jump on stilts while maintaining their balance, carrying the lion head […]

No, this is not a title of a 3 rate horror movie. Actually, this is a tradition that is still celebrated till this day. To learn more about what the Hungry Ghost Festival is about, you only need to walk the streets of Georgetown during the 7th month of the Lunar calendar. Hungry Ghost Festival […]

Here is what you need to know about Ramadan Bazaar and Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations in Penang. Ramadan Bazaar Date: 06 May 2019 – 04 Jun 2019 Time: 5pm – 8pm Venue: KOMTAR, Pedestrian Walk There is nothing like joining the locals for a spot of shopping and food especially in celebration of a religious festival. The […]

Looking for things to do with the family especially the kids in the weekend. Why not get yourself down to Escape, a family theme park, based on an eco-friendly outdoor theme with a difference. Some of the activities suitable for children: Zoom Bug – a sort of mini pedal powered go cart; Tots Trail – […]

If you are the arty type and loves to follow the local art scene, events, exhibitions, galleries, street art and graffiti, there is no better place to be than in Penang especially in the month of August. George Town Festival Dates: 13 Jul 2019 – 28 July 2019 The month of August is designated the George Town […]

Here is Penang, we are never short of both traditional and new celebrations and festivals. We will jump at any change to celebrate, so when the Consulate-General of Japan wishes to host an annual festival here in our very own ‘backyard’ we made this a memorable event for everyone with our friends in the land of the […]

Here is Penang, we are never short of both traditional and new celebrations and festivals. We will jump at any change to celebrate, so when the Consulate-General of Japan wishes to host an annual festival here in our very own ‘backyard’ we made this a memorable event for everyone with our friends in the land of the […]

Here is Penang, we are never short of both traditional and new celebrations and festivals. We will jump at any change to celebrate, so when the Consulate-General of Japan wishes to host an annual festival here in our very own ‘backyard’ we made this a memorable event for everyone with our friends in the land of the […]

Here is Penang, we are never short of both traditional and new celebrations and festivals. We will jump at any change to celebrate, so when the Consulate-General of Japan wishes to host an annual festival here in our very own ‘backyard’ we made this a memorable event for everyone with our friends in the land of the […]

Penang is proud of its cultural heritage as much as its religious festivals and celebrations. St. Anne’s Church in Bukit Mertajam is a fine example of how both the culture and religion play a…

Penang is proud of its status as a World Heritage Site and in celebration of this prestigious status, has made the 7th of July the George Town World Heritage Day. Take in all that the city has to offer. Join other locals and visitors in appreciate of our culture, buildings, heritage, history and more. George […]

Penang is proud of its status as a World Heritage Site and in celebration of this prestigious status, has made the 7th of July the George Town World Heritage Day. Take in all that the city has to offer. Join other locals and visitors in appreciate of our culture, buildings, heritage, history and more. George […]

The year 2013 is drawing to a close and it is time once again to draw up your new ‘bucket list’ for 2014. Lonely Planet has give us all a head start with their article titled ‘Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2014 – top 10 countries’. The travel guide book publisher has put Malaysia and […]