Styles of Shop Houses in Penang
Including Heritage Buildings


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Styles of shophouses in Penang.

Some are very well maintained and are still in very good condition. A few of these shop houses are used exclusively for living only. Some shop houses use the lower floor for day-to-day business and the upper floor as living area. Since declaration of Penang as one of UNESCO's World Heritage Cities on 7th July 2008. Buildings that fulfill certain criteria may be designated as official heritage buildings.


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