THE beautiful Sri Mahamariamman Temple on Queen Street in Penang proved a fitting backdrop for an enthralling street showcase of traditional Indian dances. Beginning 7pm, the sounds of clattering sticks and echoing drums grabbed the attention of the crowd who duly gathered around as dances like the Kolattam, Kavadiattam and Poikalattam were performed. Also of [...]
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By ANDREA FILMER THE George Town Festival is creating waves up north in Penang. Now in its second year, the month-long event in July celebrates the anniversary of the city making it to the Unesco World Heritage Site list. With a budget that’s triple that of 2010, this year’s organising committee is holding nothing back [...]
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THOSE with a passion to work on heritage projects in George Town, Penang, and to lead heritage walks for students are invited to join a free training programme run by the George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI). GTWHI, in collaboration with Arts Education Programmes for Young People (Arts-Ed), is introducing ‘Friends of George Town Heritage’ [...]
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By SIMREN KAUR Photos by CHAN BOON KAI COLOURFUL petals and sweet flowery scents will greet visitors to the Penang Botanic Gardens in conjunction with the Penang Floral Festival 2011 taking place from today until June 5. Stall operators have been busy preparing for the festival, such as setting up flowers and plants of all [...]
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By MAZWIN NIK ANIS KUALA LUMPUR: The George Town Festival is back with an impressive showcase of cultural performances, art exhibitions and film shows. To be held from July 1-31, the event is also celebrating George Town’s listing on Unesco’s World Heritage list and will feature over 80 programmes showcasing arts and culture. Penang Chief [...]
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THE Plenitude Penang International Dragon Boat Festival will be held at the Teluk Bahang Dam on June 11 and 12. State Tourism Development and Culture Committee chairman Danny Law said Plenitude, a listed company involved in property development, was the sponsor of the event this year. He said 12 teams from Australia, China, Hong Kong, [...]
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