UNESCO World Heritage Site paintings of Penang
Every picture tells a story. And a piece of art, maybe a novel? Well for every picture I capture, I can go on and on about it, describing either the subject, background or the reason behind capturing it. Well in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown, Penang, where every wall is adorned with a stunning piece of art, there are a few specific works that have been listed by the UNESCO. This fact was not known to us (my bad) when we reached there.
As a person who is fully vested in a places's culture, street art is one of the most attractive facets of a particular place. And when it's a place like Georgetown especially, then these pieces need special attention.
What saddens me the most is that I didn't carry a map to locate all those listed pieces. I was so elated on seeing so many incredible murals everywhere, that I forgot the fact that some pieces deserved more attention than the others.
The Armenian Street contains most of them and I literally got absorbed there. So much that there was no time left to think that there might be art elsewhere too. So we missed out quite a few, which required walking on another path. Although I don't regret that, but the amount of art I consumed on the trip was overwhelming and calming at the same time. One of the best walking experiences of my life!
Have you been to Georgetown? Which is your favorite piece of street art?
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25 comments
never been there but i would love to go there in future for sure. it looks so good and mesmerizing. paintings on wall reminds me sometimes of khan market in delhi btw!!
ReplyDeleteGeorgetown’s street art scene reads like a visual love letter to Penang. Each mural pops with colour, storytelling and local charm. Feels like you’re flipping through a real-life graphic novel—and all UNESCO-approved. Gorgeous
ReplyDeleteThey are beautiful paintings. Amazing art and well preserved by people. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI've never set foot in Georgetown, Penang, but wow, your post really brings that place to life! It’s like I’m wandering those vibrant alleys right alongside you. As someone who's totally into painting, I’m already dreaming about planning a trip just to soak in all the creativity on Armenian Street.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a vibrant and soulful place! I haven’t been to Georgetown yet, but now it’s definitely on my list. It must’ve felt like walking through a living gallery.
ReplyDeleteWow! Amazing art, that too on the walls of Georgetown, Penang. You have captured the images so well that they look life-like. It's good that UNESCO is preserving them. These days we have crazy neon graffiti that looks bizarre in most places.
ReplyDeleteWow and more Wows! The street paintings are gorgeous and such work of arts , One could keep gawking for hours. By the way , the first picture of this blog had me fooled. Upon revisiting I caught that the children on the cycle were painted on the wall.
ReplyDeleteThe 3D-effect of these art works is so mesmerizing and attention grabbing.
ReplyDeleteWow , wow, wow.. I haven’t been to Georgetown yet, but your post makes me really want to visit and see the street art for myself. I loved all the pictures you shared, they really bring the place to life. It sounds like such a special experience to get so absorbed in the murals.
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Excellent street art! Glad you shared it with us. Loved all the pics, with the two kids behind the grill shaking hands with you being a favorite. Mayuri/Sirimiri
ReplyDeleteThe murals are stunning! I never knew about the art pieces and when I am looking at them, I am m3smerized. Such a beauty! Thank you for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteThese are some stunning street art. I especially like those with the two kids extending their hands out of the window.
ReplyDeleteThis is so amazing and I love your idea of posting the art work
ReplyDeleteWow!! These artwork has my heart!! Loved all the pictures
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Georgetown but it definitely seems to be an amazing place. The muralls are too beautiful
ReplyDeleteThey look so real...beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous paintings! Never knew a place like this exists. I liked the creative touch as added element to the paintings.
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful. Love the creativity of adding props. I am curious about how they maintain it. They must be affected by the weather.
ReplyDeleteTotally in love with the murals! Such beautiful art makes for the perfect backdrop. Can't imagine the stories behind their creation and the ones they inspire in the people there.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the finest traveloque from you Mandira and especially because of the captures you shared with the post. What an amazing place , such beautiful murals and I just recalled I explored a few similar when I went to Singapore in Little India area. Georgetown will be now in my To-do- List
ReplyDeleteGeorgetown’s street art sounds like a dream—your description made me feel like I'm walking down Armenian Street alongside you. Thanks for sharing this colorful adventure!
ReplyDeleteThank you for taking us through this wonderful town through your words and beautiful photographs!
ReplyDeleteWow these are lovely. Just recently I was reading about similar paintings and street art in Vietnam.
ReplyDeleteI'm mesmerized by the creativity. I'm sure being here will be like creative juices flowing. Love the pictures!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely stunning! I feel drawn to how these ancient murals connect us to something timeless and soulful. It’s a powerful reminder that beauty and wisdom can be uncovered in quiet, intentional moments of exploration.
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