The Goddess of Mercy Temple, in Penang, Malaysia
The Goddess of Mercy Temple, in Penang, also known as the Guanyin Temple, was built in the early 19th Century and was the first Chinese temple built in George Town. At that...
Tagged: Penang 180º
PENANG 180º: Dim Sum
Dim Sum, brought to Penang by its Cantonese immigrants, are small bite-sized treats that are usually served as three or four pieces per order and shared family style, along with a cup...
St. George’s Church, Penang, Malaysia
Happy St. George’s Day! Yes, April 23rd is the traditional day that St. George the great slayer of dragons, is remembered. It is “traditionally” accepted that he died on this date in 303...
Street Food in Penang, Malaysia, pt. 2, Chendul
Summer is really bearing down on southeast Asia right now and the heat is absolutely oppressive. Everyone is looking for a way to cool off, and I bet there’s a long line at Penang’s...