Key tourist stretches such as Armenian Street saw thinner crowds, with fewer pedestrians and reduced activity among vendors. “It’s also lower compared to last year,” he said, adding that footfall had been stronger the week prior. There are fewer cars and less people,” he said, adding that many vehicles entering Penang appeared to be in transit. “Those returning to Penang for Raya, stay with family and rarely look for hotels. “Many may have feared dealing with heavy traffic and avoided coming to Penang.

Source: The Star March 30, 2026 16:56 UTC