Devotees gather at Chew Jetty for Jade Emperor’s birthday celebration


GEORGE TOWN: Thousands of devotees, particularly from the Hokkien community, have gathered at Chew Jetty in Weld Quay for the grand celebration of the Jade Emperor’s birthday, known as Pai Thnee Kong.

The long altar, measuring about 20m in length that was central to the prayers, was meticulously arranged with offerings as devotees arrived to pay their respects and seek blessings.

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