Chowrasta market to get a makeover

The MPPP is embarking on a RM10-12m project to upgrade the heritage Chowrasta market – its first makeover since 1961.

 
Old Penang: Penang Road

This is what Penang Road looked like in the early 20th century – we once had a car-free George Town, didn’t we? (Click on picture to enlarge)

 
Old Penang: Air Itam Road

A light rail or tramway once extended from the Weld Quay jetty to Penang Hill via Air Itam Road.

 
Old Penang: Magazine Circus (updated)

This was a unique roundabout in Penang, the intersection of six different roads – one of the ‘happening’ areas of old George Town.

 

The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion along Leith Street In Penang has made it into a list of the top 10 greatest mansions and grand houses in the world.

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