From Chapter 1 https://th.readme.me/p/11715

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Day 3 (June 1, 2017)

Today, we set out to capture the Street Art of George Town. But first, an army marches on its stomach. Tai Tong Restaurant, a dim sum restaurant just a few blocks from our accommodation, was our first stop. The place was packed, but the first bite was all it took to understand why. The food was delicious, not greasy at all, and very affordable. No wonder there was a long queue! Aunts or grandmothers would walk around with trolleys, and you could just pick what you wanted. They would then note down your order and place it on your table. Just remember, they close at 11 am.

It's time to embark on a journey to find the paintings. The sky is clear today, and it's quite hot.

Just a short walk and you'll find a wall like this, which is already very stylish...

Shrine along the walkway

Wandering around with a map in hand, we stumbled upon Canon Street and the Khoo Kongsi ancestral house. The entrance fee is 10 RM. The house resembles a temple and houses ancestral tablets of the Khoo clan. The entrance is a narrow alleyway, so be sure to keep an eye out. The house is grand, said to be as luxurious as an emperor's palace. The roof features intricate carvings of dragons and phoenixes, and the walls are adorned with beautiful paintings. There are also guest rooms available, but the price is likely quite high.

We spent a considerable amount of time here, as every room we walked into was stunning.

Now it's time to take a walk and take pictures of Street Art... Actually, it's everywhere in the city, and you really have to look at every corner. Some pictures I walked past and didn't look back... I came back another day and said, "Oh, I walked past this yesterday..." Today is very hot, but I'm still fighting... I'm on vacation, so I can't give up (is that related?).

Seeking respite from the sweltering heat, I stumbled upon a charming café adorned with feline motifs. Located on a corner just beyond the Kookongsi, the establishment offered a refreshing oasis amidst the bustling streets. The walls were adorned with adorable cat portraits, creating a whimsical ambiance. After quenching my thirst, I continued my exploration, capturing the sights and sounds of the vibrant city.

We encountered an Indian henna artist and decided to get designs done. The price was reasonable, around 80 baht. Fortunately, we didn't get them done on Penang Hill, where the designs cost 200-300 baht, which is significantly more expensive.

Feeling exhausted? Take a ride on a Penang-style trishaw and explore the city!

This photo required a lot of effort to capture the perfect shot. The photographer had to jump repeatedly until they were exhausted.

May I rest for a moment?

For lunch today, we were craving something spicy, so we headed to Little India. It's a neighborhood with a large Indian population, so much so that we felt like we were actually in India.

This restaurant, Kapitan, is delicious, spicy, and perfectly suits our taste.

We set off again with renewed energy. This afternoon, we planned to visit The Blue Mansion. Luckily, when we asked for directions, the person we spoke to told us that the Blue Mansion was closed for renovations today. So, we didn't go. Instead, we took a free bus ride to enjoy the cool air conditioning for a while. Then, follow us to Fort Cornwallis. The entrance fee is 20 RM, but we didn't go in. We just sat around because it was by the sea, so we went to sit and relax in the park.

Queen Victoria Clock Tower

We are waiting for the free bus again... all the way to Chew Jetty, which is the last stop.

...So I asked my friend if they wanted to go to the last stop, the **Chew Jetty fishing village**, which was just a short walk from where we were. I was worried they might be tired, as we had been walking around all day and it was very hot. They said yes, so we walked from the bus stop to the fishing village...

The "Chew Jetty" village is a community of houses built along the sea. There are snacks/food for sale. If you have time, you can relax and watch the sunset here...

We stumbled upon a restaurant serving giant bowls of noodles. It was packed with customers, so we had to wait in line for a table.

After enjoying the fresh air and scenic views, we decided it was time to head back to our accommodation, as our friend seemed quite tired.

The picture of your uncle is near our accommodation... It's huge, extravagant, and magnificent.

Upon returning to the accommodation, I encountered the owner playing with a snake. I inquired if I could hold it, as I had never done so before. The owner assured me not to worry, stating that it was a baby snake. ☻☻

Bidding farewell with a picture of me and the snake. See you again in the final episode!