Chaiya Mangalaram, George town, Malaysia
February 5, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
A very colourful and glimmering temple with mosaic dragons at the entrance and a large reclining Buddha inside. There was also more sitting Buddha's set along the back wall, each connected to theRead more
Dhammikamara Temple, George Town, Malays
February 5, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ 🌩️ 30 °C
Opposite to the Thai Buddhist temple was a Burmese Buddhist temple - although not as glimmering it was still as ornate and colourful. There was many more outside areas to explore, although not sureRead more
Sri Maha Mariammam Temple, Georgetown
February 5, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C
A smaller version of the temple we visited in Kuala Lumpur this was still impressive to see, and definitely made an impression on the architecture of street!
Khoo Kongsi Temple, George Town,Malaysia
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ 🌩️ 27 °C
A large ancestral temple for the Khoo Kongsi clan, its also a musuem showing their history. Good to have a wander around, and interesting to see where the clan members have ended up working - someRead more
Hainan Thean Hou Temple, Georgetown
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
Cute Chinese temple which was just down from our hostel!
Jewish Cemetery, George Town, Malaysia
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ 🌩️ 31 °C
The oldest Jewish cemetery in South east Asia, there was an odd contrast between the peaceful cemetery and busy day to day life being lived outside of the walls.
The grab driver seemed confused as weRead more
Fire Station, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☀️ 31 °C
A stunning example of a colonial fire station, it really stood out with the red markings against the white building - in keeping with the fire engines! This station is still in use as well, and wasRead more
Cheah Kongsi, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 32 °C
This was a large Chinese temple, with a large front garden - we've not seen this before so seemed unusual. There was some street art along the side wall too, as to be expected with Georgetown!
Armenia Street, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 32 °C
This was such a fun street to walk down, with lots of traders and street performers added to the busy atmosphere. There was a cute little park which had been decorated for lunar new year, side streetsRead more
Choo Chay Keong Temple, Georgetown
February 6, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 32 °C
On the corner of Armenia Street this charming Chinese temple contrasted with the colonial buildings surrounding it, adding to the vipe of the area being a melting pot of nationalities.
Fort Cornwallis, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 7, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
We wandered along the seafront to find Fort Cornwallis still emanating an opposing figure, with cannons and high walls along the outside. There is ongoing reconstruction of the moat too, which wouldRead more
Clock Tower, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 7, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
Clock tower built to commemorate Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee.
Sat next to a busy roundabout, with Fort Cornwallis close by and other colonial style buildings there is an odd juxtaposition withRead more
Han Jiang Ancestral temple, Georgetown
February 7, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C
Another cute Chinese temple, this was closed when we walked past but we got a chance to appreciate how beautiful the doors are.
As with most Chinese temples the entrance was modest in size, but theRead more
City Hall, Georgetown, Malaysia
February 7, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C
Large city hall close to the water front, the storm was imminent which is why the sky is looking particularly moody!
Church of the Assumption, Georgetown
February 7, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C
A colonial style Roman Catholic church, the first time we walked by I was far too hot to take a photo...and the next time was right before a storm so it looks almost apocalyptic!
Penang Botanical Gardens, Georgetown
February 8, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
We visited the Botanical Gardens twice as we enjoyed strolling around the park in the morning so much. Locals were also enjoying the park, mostly using the lower temperatures to exercise though!
TheRead more
Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Georgetown
February 8, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
Another large mansion within the city, again mixing the colonial style with Chinese influences. From peering in slightly we could see it was pure opulence inside as well!
Ipoh, Malaysia
Feb 9–12, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 34 °C
Ipoh was a nice stop to see a different part of Malaysia. The old town was interesting to look around with heritage buildings, street art, and the modern additions.
Most of the really interestingRead more
Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque, Ipoh
February 10, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
A large mosque situated opposite the clock tower, the area had a really spacious and relaxed feel.
Birch Memorial Clock Tower, Ipoh
February 10, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
A clock tower built to commemorate the first British resident of Ipoh. It was quite understated, with a mural in muted tones around the central section.
Enlightened Heart Temple, Ipoh, Malaysia
February 10, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
This is a rare Tibetan temple in Malaysia, relatively modern with one of the tallest pagodas in the world. Photos don't seem to do this justice, as it was stunning to see.
Unfortunately it was veryRead more
Sam Poh Tong Temple, Ipoh, Malaysia
February 11, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Outside this beautiful cave temple there's a small garden and lake with fish, and you can make your way through the actual temple to an opening in the cave. Walking out you are in the middle ofRead more
Nam Thean Tong Temple, Ipoh, Malaysia
February 11, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Situated next to Sam Poh Tong, this temple seemed a bit more commercialised and busy so we didn't go inside. We walked around the outside where there was a pond and some statues.
There was also lotsRead more
Ling Sen Tong Temple, Ipoh, Malaysia
February 11, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
A very colourful, and slightly garish (for us anyway) temple, it was busy for the new year and there was LOTS of incense being burned!
Sultan Abdul Samad Building,Kuala Lumpur
February 12, 2024 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 33 °C
Loved the style of this huge building in Merdeka square! It was gorgeous during the day, but another level all lit up in the evening.
Really liked the huge spiral staircases at the front, as well theRead more