Funicular train turns 100 today

By LO TERN CHERN

Centennial glory: An old postcard featuring the early Penang Hill funicular train.

GEORGE TOWN: Since 1923, the funicular train has transported millions of people to the top of Penang Hill to take in the flora and fauna.

Among them were distinguished guests like the late Queen Elizabeth II, the Emperor and Empress of Japan and the Prince of Cambodia.

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