When George Town was listed as a World Heritage Site (WHS) on July 7, 2008 (together with Malacca), the city’s profile as an international cultural tourism destination rose instantly. Penang-based Areca Books created a detailed new map of George Town that provides visitors and locals with good and accurate information on the WHS to enrich their experience of the historic city.
Placing heritage on the map
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Charting a new direction
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The book 'Pilot Studies for a New Penang' offers a perspective on the future of Penang's future, through the lense of local planning, governance reform, housing, industrial development, health care, education, employment, job creation and social justice.
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Hidden Heritage
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George Town’s entry into the Unesco World Heritage Sites listing is a recognition of Penang’s unique history. But while Unesco’s “heritage zone” applies only to George Town, other historical treasures can be found outside the zone.
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