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A souvenir trove where history meets shopping

41 Living Story

Penang’s storied past comes alive in this former goldsmith’s shop-turned-kitschy-souvenir-trove. The owners have painstakingly included exhibitions in the store so that visitors can take in the history of Chinese immigrants while browsing gifts made by artisans. 

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Apart from preserving artisanal craft and the heritage of the city, the store also sells items made by Stepping Stone Work Centre, which employs people with special needs.

Read our Weekend of Good guide to Penang for more travel tips and ideas!

Apart from preserving artisanal craft and the heritage of the city, the store also sells items made by Stepping Stone Work Centre, which employs people with special needs.

Read our Weekend of Good guide to Penang for more travel tips and ideas!

Getting there

Take advantage of MBPP Rapid Penang CAT, a free shuttle that connects major attractions in George Town.

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Traveller's Notes

Don’t miss exhibits of the original equipment used by the goldsmith who once occupied this space during the 1950s

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Alexandra Wong

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