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Organisers are planning to celebrate CNY with heyday pomp on Feb 16
THE heritage enclave in the inner city of George Town is set to come alive with a mix of pomp, gaiety and nostalgia as some 100,000 people are expected to turn up for the Chinese New Year Cultural and Heritage Celebration 2013. The street celebration, held for the 14th year, will feature “five towns” showcasing the rich culture of the va [Read More]
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The irresistible Penang laksa
By PREMA SUPPIAH BROTHALL-TIME FAVOURITE: Penang laksa puts Malaysia on the world map as one of the seventh must-try dishes when visiting the island, according to CNNGo.com’s 50 Most Delicious Foods [caption id="attachment_3255" align="aligncenter" width="454"] Ang Kok Peoh preparing his famous laksa for his customers. Pix by Prema Suppi [Read More]
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Penang National Park
Exploring Malaysia's Newest National Park - Taman Negara Pulau Pinang [caption id="attachment_3214" align="alignright" width="160"] Pantai Kerachut - one of the nicest beaches in Penang - at Penang National ParkImage © Greg Rodgers, licensed to About.com[/caption] Far quieter than Taman Negara in Peninsular Malaysia, the Penang National Park [Read More]
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Pointing the way to heritage gems
By HAN KAR KAY THE newly-launched Wayfinding system in Penang should provide an innovative approach for tourists during their visit to historical sites along the island’s famous Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling. The pilot project, an initiative by Think City Sdn Bhd (TCSB) together with George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) and the P [Read More]
Penang Street Food Guide
This guide is based on the author’s own experience and preference, feedback from online and offline surveys. Please use it as a guideline only because different person has his/her own taste bud. The below list from item 1 to 12 is recommended by Tourism Penang Department. 1. 2. 3. 4. & 5. 6. 7. [...]
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Exciting lineup of events unveiled for George Town Fest
PENANGITES can look forward to a tasty cultural treat with the unveiling of the George Town Festival 2013 highlights. The festival, an annual celebration of arts, culture and heritage, will be held from June 7 to July 7. Festival director Joe Sidek said this year’s lineup emphasised ‘community’, ‘interaction’ and ‘spaces’, with the dozen headline [...]
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Study shows 611 businesses engage in traditional trades
THERE are more than 600 businesses operating traditional trades and occupations within the George Town Unesco World Heritage Site. This was discovered following an extensive study and survey on intangible cultural heritage at the site by the George Town World Heritage Inc (GTWHI) over the course of four months. Titled ‘Revitalising Intangible Cultural Heritage’, the [...]
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A lesser swampland
A DETAILED investigation will be conducted into the clearing of part of a mangrove swamp in Kuala Jalan Bharu, Balik Pulau, believed to be for the extension of a shrimp-breeding project. State assembly speaker Datuk Abdul Halim Hussain said the investigation would be carried out by six government agencies and departments immediately. He said it [...]
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Japanese retailer’s new Penang outlet a hit
VIBRANT lifestyle apparels flew off the shelves as legions of Uniqlo fans indulged in shopping sprees with the opening of the Japanese label’s maiden Penang store in Queensbay Mall. Greeted by the customary, “Welcome to Uniqlo!” salutation by cheerful staff, visitors found themselves in couture wonderland with the myriad of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing [...]
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