The harmonious coexistence of a Chinese temple, a madrasah, and a tahfiz school in George Town, Penang, has gone viral, drawing widespread praise and highlighting Malaysia’s multicultural harmony.

There are very few temples in Malaysia which command the degree of awe that the Kek Lok Si in Penang does. That wonder has much to do with its grand architecture, and the colossal size of the venue.

The renowned travel guide describes the state as a ‘vibrant mosaic of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures… reflected in its food, architecture and traditions’.

Chinese kowtow in temples and Malays flip-flop into mosques with freshly scrubbed faces. Tour guide Mr Yeap at Khoo Kongsi, clan house to the Khoo family in George Town, Penang. Credit: Brian Johnston ...

Penang island’s strong Chinese influences can be seen through its art, eats and old streets. From its tasty street food scenes to George Town’s architecture and umbrella-topped cycle rickshaws ...

Penangite Jeffrey Kang has been performing his Thaipusam vow since the age of 13 at the Balathandayuthapani Temple in Penang. This year, however, due to the ban on kavadi-carrying, he is unable to ...

GEORGE TOWN (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - A Chinese temple in Penang has been drawing visitors from as far as Singapore for the past six months - thanks to four huge fishes. Read more at ...