Jelutong in Numbers
By Mohd Izzuddin Ramli
March 2018 STATISTICS
Jelutong or jit loh tōng in Hokkien derives its name from the magnificent Jelutong tree that can grow up to 60m tall and wildly grew on the island. In the mid-nineteenth century, the forested area was cleared for agricultural purposes, and after industrialisation replaced agricultural activities, many factories were set up in Jelutong. Today, it is one of the busiest coastal suburbs in Penang. Located at the north-east of Penang Island and sharing borders with George Town, Bukit Bendera and...
Mohd Izzuddin Ramli
