Three Historical Markets of George Town
By Caleb Goh Hern-Ee
September 2016 FEATURE
Markets may have started out simply as places where traders sell their wares. But each develops its own identity based on its unique qualities. Penang Monthly takes a look at three of George Town’s markets.This style of simple shed market halls – with minimal ornamentation – was once popular in Malaya.Alongside amenities such as post offices, town halls, playing fields, schools and hospitals, Malaysian towns always had markets at their heart. Their size and shape often reflected the stature of...
Caleb Goh Hern-Ee
