Wooden building on stilts by water

Malaysia

Penang

This Malaysian island is a multicultural trade port and UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Clan Jetties

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A village built on stilts above the water, the Clan Jetties have been home to Chinese clan communities since the 19th century, when immigrants settled together in Malaysia.

Penang's street art scene, centred on George Town, gained fame in 2012 when Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic created murals blending with the city's historic shophouses.

A restored mansion exploring Peranakan (Straits Chinese) culture, reflecting their mix of Chinese, Malay and colonial British influences.

Wat Chayamangkalaram

Religious Site

Wat Chayamangkalaram is a Thai Buddhist temple on Burma Road, Penang, known for its reclining Buddha statue. It sits opposite the Dharmikarama Buddhist Temple.

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