Penang heritage event takes off

Taking in the sights: The entourage exploring the city on foot at Penang Road during the ‘Walky Talky George Town’ heritage trail.

GEORGE TOWN: The first day of the George Town Heritage Celeb­rations 2017 unveiled the historical parts of the city during a heritage trail around one of its busiest areas – the Chowrasta Market.

The route, led by facilitator Khor Muling, covers popular sites such as Tamil Street, Kuala Kangsar Road, Cintra Street, Campbell Street and Penang Road.