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PG with PG: 48 Hours in George Town

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George Town, Penang is the commercial centre for northern Malaysia, and its city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. It’s known for its diverse and thriving culinary scene, and an architectural heritage that spans a range of cultures and religions. While we didn’t have the longest time here, here’s what Priya, Udai, and I can recommend for you after 48 hours in George Town! Attractions You'll just want to walk around the George Town old town area, peeking into the little cafes and taking in the mesmerizing facades. The former abode of Cheong Fatt Tze, described as the “Rockefeller of the East” is worth the hype! We visited the  Blue Mansion  without a tour, and really enjoyed a light bite and refreshing beverage at its scenic  Cafe Mangga . We really enjoyed walking up and down Armenian St., popping into House of Street Art , which has a lovely art curation, and stopping for coffee at Kopi Loewak where you can try coffee whose beans have been parti...