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The historic core of George Town can be surveyed on foot or by trishaw. Such leisurely exploration is the best way to appreciate the old world charm of the old shops and coffeeshops. The cultural diversity of the place is expressed in the minute details of architecture and lifestyle, which normally escape those who only see the city from the tour bus. While Fort Cornwallis and the religious monuments along Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling are included in most packaged city tours, highlighted on these walkabout trails are several interesting locations, that give you further insight into the multicultural history of Penang.
All American Express - Penang Heritage Trails can be easily explored by following the information on leaflets and maps provided and are best done on foot. Each trail will take one and a half hours for a leisurely stroll, or up to three hours if you investigate each cultural attraction along the way. Participants are advised to wear proper walking shoes, lots of sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or to use an umbrella. A bottle of drinking water would be necessary as you are sure to become thirsty during the tour. Decent clothes are de rigeur when entering houses of worship.
Tourists destination covered:
- Fort Cornwallis
- City Hall
- town Hall
- Court Buildings
- Penang State Museum
- Yap Kongsi
- Dr Sun Yat Sen's Penang Base
- Syed Alatas Mansion
- Acheen St Malay Mosque
- Khoo Kongsi
- Cheah Kongsi
Georgetown heritage Trails | Explore and discover Penang
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