Chingay comes to town in all its splendour

A lively night: A Chingay procession taking place at Padang MBSP Bagan Luar, Butterworth. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star

BUTTERWORTH: The balancing of a giant flag pole that ranges from 7.6m to 9.8m in height and weighing about 27kg is a feat to witness.

Chingay is just that and more with the annual festival becoming a cherished tradition in Penang, embodying the rich tapestry of its multicultural heritage.