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Street Stories: Lorong Argus

When the Eurasian community moved their church from Church Street over to here, they settled on this little lane in their own village. One of the bungalows there was called Argus House, and it was there that Penang’s first newspaper, the Pinang Argus was published way back in 1867, surviving only until 1873.

Street Stories: Gat Lebuh Acheh

Official name: Gat Lebuh AchehEnglish name: Acheen Street GhautHokkien name: 拍石街路頭 Phah-tsio̍h-ke lōo-thâu, 懸樓仔路頭 Kuâinn-lâu-á lōo-thâu Story of the Street Acheen Street Ghaut is the

Goddess of Mercy Temple – Kuan Im Teng

Nestled in the heart of George Town’s heritage enclave, the Goddess of Mercy Temple—known locally as Kuan Im Teng (觀音亭)—stands as one of Penang’s oldest and most

Authentic Thai Food That You Shouldn’t Have Missed in Penang

Sawadeekap. Any Thai food lovers here? Thai food is one of the favorite cuisines among the locals and tourists. Without a doubt, I believe most of the Penangites couldn’t resist the harmonious blend of sweet, spicy and sour tastes. Hence, here are 10 authentic Thai food you shouldn’t have missed in Penang!

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