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Historical Core of George Town (Penang)

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The historical core of George Town is the oldest portion of the city centre, recognised as having a "unique architectural and cultural townscape without parallel anywhere in East and Southeast Asia", and contains one of the largest collections of pre-war buildings in Southeast Asia. This zone includes the city's administrative precinct, its main Central Business District, along with various attractions and landmarks.
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Category

Historical City Centre

Consists

City Administrative Precinct
Central Business District
Many Attractions & Landmarks

Area Size

260 ha (2.6 km2)

Known For

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Historical Core of George Town, Penang

Location Boundaries

Zone between Transfer Road to the west and Prangin Road to the south

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