After a couple of hectic days and errands to do, now I am back to my photography hobby. Last weekend, I had a visit to the Georgetown heritage buildings. My first stop was to have my brunch at the Armenian Cafe which slowly becoming my frequent dining place over there. But, I was a little too early and was yet to open. Not knowing what to do, I had a spontaneous visit to one of the most popular clan house in Georgetown, known as Khoo Kongsi.
I like the cooling blue color that brings a sense of peace and tranquility of this place. The red stone flooring reminded me of my late grandparents town house in my hometown.
This one is the window grill carving at the main entrance. I was amazed to see such intricate carving by the skillful Chinese craftsmen from the past.
This fish carving can be found at the pillars of Khoo Kongsi. I took this photo as it has a resemblance of the balance of life just like the Yin and Yang.
There is a small museum in Khoo Kongsi that uncovered the history of Khoo Kongsi and has a kitchen towards the exit.
Hmm... I saw an old bicycle using dynamo as the source of light. It reminded me of my bicycle lesson using such bicycle during my childhood.
Along the exit point, I could see the effort of restoring the old shop houses to ensure Georgetown maintain as one of the World Heritage sites in South East Asia.
My stomach growling reminded me to get back to the Armenian Cafe. This small cafe run by a couple, is located just next to the Cheah Kongsi along the Armenian Street. I liked the simplicity of the interior decoration made of recycling stuff and the mouth watering pasta and fruit shake. Do take note that the food menu are not fixed and varies from time to time. No phototaking in the interior is allowed.
Not far from the cafe, I spotted some guys installing lanterns along Armenian Street in preparation for the upcoming Chinese New Year. The upcoming year is the Metal Rabbit year.
This picture shows the typical heritage houses around Georgetown. There is a veranda which can also acts as a shelter for passerby when it rains.
An Indian selling mee jawa. One day I must try this out...
This indigo blue Chng Eng Joo house located at 120 Armenian Street where Dr Sun Yat Sen had his meetings with his supporters.
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