【檳城】文青們必朝聖的4個地方！

A city without culture is destined to be a soulless shell. As a cultural melting pot, Penang is abundant with creative activities, unique shops, and heartwarming handicrafts. If you, like me, have a soft spot for arts and crafts, then join me on a journey of hipster exploration!
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<h2 class="content-title">1. Hin Bus Depot</h2>
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Photo by Hin Bus Depot Official Website and wnfdiary.com
As a hipster, if you haven't been to Hin Bus Depot, you've really missed out! Hin Bus Depot was formerly a private bus company's maintenance depot, with a history of 72 years. After the company closed down, it changed hands several times and was eventually transformed into an art space that combines exhibitions, cafes, and creative markets.
What makes it special is that the space hasn't undergone major renovations and retains its original appearance, with peeling paint revealing a faint orange hue, weathered walls, and decorative tiles exuding a unique retro charm. Additionally, there's a caf&eacute; with floor-to-ceiling glass on all sides, making it a popular spot for taking photos.
Every Sunday, the depot hosts the Sunday Pop Up Market, featuring a wide variety of food, goods, toys, and clothing that will tempt you to go on a shopping spree. If you're interested in exhibitions, make sure to follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hinbusdepot/.
Operating Hours: 10:00 - 22:00
Address: 31A, Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 Georgetown, Malaysia.
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<h2 class="content-title">2. Mano Plus Lifestyle Store</h2>
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Photo by Mano Plus Facebook and Fuku Eatery &amp; Dessert Facebook
Mano Plus is a lifestyle store that revolves around design aesthetics and humanistic living. This two-story store is housed in a British colonial-era building dating back to 1925, covering an area of 7,600 square feet. With its white exterior and dark-colored doors, the store's appearance is pleasing to the eye. Stepping inside, the interior design matches the exterior &ndash; clean, neat, and orderly, with a wide range of well-organized products.
On the ground floor, you'll find various exquisite stationery and creative lifestyle products, as well as Love 18, a Belgian handmade chocolate bar, the independent bookstore Buku-Buku, and the Japanese caf&eacute; Fuku Eatery. Each has its own space within the store. Upstairs, you'll find Timeless, a store selling creative and stylish home products, and a spacious hall used for workshops. The store often holds workshops, allowing you to experience the spirit and meticulousness of craftsmanship.
If you get tired from shopping, be sure to try the food at Fuku Eatery. Their rice balls, Japanese curry rice, and Salted Caramel Mirror Glaze Cake are not to be missed.
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<h2 class="content-title">Fuku Eatery &amp; Dessert</h2>
Operating Hours: Mon-Thu 09:00 - 18:00, Fri-Sun 09:00 - 21:00
Facebook：<a href="https://www.facebook.com/fukueatery/">https://www.facebook.com/fukueatery/</a>&nbsp;
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<h2 class="content-title">Mano Plus Select Store</h2>
Operating Hours: 09:00 - 18:00 (Mon-Thu) | 09:00 - 21:00 (Fri-Sun)
Facebook： <a href="https://www.facebook.com/manoplusstore/">https://www.facebook.com/manoplusstore/</a>&nbsp;
Address：37A &amp; 37B, 1st Floor, Beach Street, 10300 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang.
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<h2 class="content-title">3. Occupy Beach Street</h2>
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Photo by Occupy Beach Street Facebook
Occupy Beach Street, as the name suggests, takes back the streets for the people and is a Penang government initiative started in 2013. Every Sunday, from 7 am to 1 pm, vehicles are prohibited from entering the Beach Street area, making it a car-free zone. You can freely ride bicycles with your family or friends and enjoy the morning breeze in Penang without worrying about road safety.
Additionally, every Sunday, various unique stalls line both sides of Beach Street, and you might even come across stalls selling pet-related items like dog, cat, or bird products. There's also a book exchange corner where you can swap your books for others. In addition to the market, there are band performances, clown shows, and more. You'll even find a large snake and ladder board set up on the road for you to play.
A friendly reminder: The sun is scorching by around 12:30 pm, and many vendors start packing up around that time, so it's best to go before 12:30 pm. They often organize Fun Runs and cultural events, so keep an eye on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/occupybeachstreet/.
Operating Hours: Sundays 07:00 - 13:00
Address：36, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang.
Facebook：<a href="https://www.facebook.com/occupybeachstreet/">https://www.facebook.com/occupybeachstreet/</a>&nbsp;
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<h2 class="content-title">4. BookXcess Bookstore</h2>
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Photo by BookXcess Facebook and New Straits Time
Who would have thought that Penang also has an open concept bookstore! BookXcess already has seven branches in Kuala Lumpur, and in January of this year, they finally opened their eighth branch at Gurney Paragon in Penang. Their bookstore is not within a store but spans the entire corridor!
BookXcess in Gurney Paragon occupies the 7th and 8th floors, featuring the longest bookshelf in Malaysia (70 meters long) and a 10-meter-high double-decker bookshelf, covering an area of 26,000 square feet. Here, you can find all kinds of books, including art design, literature, fiction, non-fiction, young adult, children's literature, and other good books. There's a children's reading area, and the view overlooks the charming seascape. Inside the bookstore, you'll find reading spaces and a caf&eacute;, making it an ideal place to leisurely spend an afternoon reading a book and sipping coffee. The only downside is that BookXcess only sells English books.
Operating Hours: Daily 10:00 - 22:00
Address：L7.06-7.16 &amp; L8.02-8.-5 Gurney Paragon Mall, Gurney Dr, 10250, Penang.
Facebook：<a href="https://www.facebook.com/BookXcess/">https://www.facebook.com/BookXcess/</a>
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