Reliving festive spirit of old Penang

Crowds snapping away with their devices as a white lion rises majestically atop high poles during an impressive performance along Bishop Street for the 2020 Penang Chinese New Year Celebration. — Photos: LIM BENG TATT, ZHAFARAN NASIB and JEREMY TAN/The Star

THE 2020 Penang Chinese New Year Celebration took visitors on a ‘Journey of Reminiscence’ with its rich cultural displays and nostalgic activities.

Streets around the George Town heritage enclave teemed with thousands of locals and tourists who lapped up the annual event’s exciting sights and sounds.