Penang’s iconic site of annual ‘Pesta Pulau Pinang’ in Sungai Nibong to make way for LRT development after 60 years

[Malay Mail] - 01/8/2025

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 8 — This year’s iconic Pesta Pulau Pinang is expected to be the final edition held at the Tapak Pesta...



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