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Yap Kongsi Clan Temple (built late 19th century)

This tiny but beautiful temple is dedicated to the Chinese god of prosperity. It was formerly the base of the Tua Pek Kong secret society run by the Straits Chinese.

Bibliography:

All images 2005 Timothy M. Ciccone

Chin, Lim Bee. My Penang
  Lim Bee Chin, 2005. Malaysia

Nin, Khoo Su. Streets of George Town Penang
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Rowthorn, et. al. Lonely Planet: Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei
  Lonely Planet Publications Ltd., 2001. Malaysia

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Peter Loud posted on Wed Mar 02, 2011 1:09 pm:

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