Panglima Lane that also known as Second Concubine Lane is a famous heritage street in Ipoh. In fact there are three lanes in this part of Old Town carrying the name as First, Second & Third Concubine Lane. These are the narrow alleys in between the three major streets, Market Street, Panglima Street & Hale Street. Therefore they are named accordingly as Market Lane, Panglima Lane & Hale Lane. Among these, I think Market Lane is the only one we can drive our car through. Although majority of the units also remain the original appearance, unlike Panglima Lane, most of the residents here have migrated & I can hardly see people moving along the alley.
What a pity the people who once stayed here had migrated away, leaving these beautiful heritage buildings empty. Such a waste.
If only I owned just one of these shops, I would do some touch up to it and move in with my family to relish the good old days of living in the town again! Just wishful thinking.
In Malacca, the Baba and Nyonya shop houses along Jonker Street were well preserved. They were turned into museums, antique shops and restaurants, catering to tourists from far and near.
In Singapore, many heritage buildings were turned into offices and boutiques.
Do you think the same could be done for these shop houses in Ipoh's Market Lane? Anyhow, I think the biggest problem for Ipoh is the lack of foreign tourists and the local authorities are not aggresive enough to promote Ipoh as a heritage city like what they are doing for Penang and Malacca.
I totally agree with u, Ipohgal. We have this existing treasure but being neglected. I think it's because of the low economic value & the change of living style. Hopefully some day its value would finally being appreciated, making it an attractive commercial-residential properties & regain its charm
Ipoh, the capital city of Perak State, Malaysia, is the city that tin built. Located at the famous tin mining area, Kinta Valley, it used to be the world's largest tin mine since 19th century. Not only of its tin mine, but Ipoh also famous of its delicious food, beautiful mountain ranges, mysterious lime stone caves, attractive history & friendly citizen. Being the second in Malaysia that gain the status of city in year 1988 after Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh is one of the major cities in Malaysia with the population around 700,000. Began as a small village in 1870's, tin mine industry had brought in Chinese and Indian that boosted the town development since 1890's. The rapid growing town later upgraded to be the capital of Perak during the Japanese occupation at World War II. The rich tin resource had brought prosperity to many Ipoh miners that even make it once known as the City of Millionaires. Today, Ipoh has grown to cover a large area including the neighboring township such as Bercham, Tasek, Jelapang, Menglembu, Pengkalan, Simpang Pulai & Chemor. The city is still developing continuously while maintains its beauty of nature and harmony.
We are living in a busy world. We often have no time to appreciate the moments in our daily life. Take a break, stop & look around. There are many beautiful things, although it is simple & humble. I learn to gain a better life by appreciation & would like to share the images in my world.
Panglima Lane that also known as Second Concubine Lane is a famous heritage street in Ipoh. In fact there are three lanes in this part of Old Town carrying the name as First, Second & Third Concubine Lane. These are the narrow alleys in between the three major streets, Market Street, Panglima Street & Hale Street. Therefore they are named accordingly as Market Lane, Panglima Lane & Hale Lane. Among these, I think Market Lane is the only one we can drive our car through. Although majority of the units also remain the original appearance, unlike Panglima Lane, most of the residents here have migrated & I can hardly see people moving along the alley.
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Good shots Chun.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a pity the people who once stayed here had migrated away, leaving these beautiful heritage buildings empty. Such a waste.
If only I owned just one of these shops, I would do some touch up to it and move in with my family to relish the good old days of living in the town again! Just wishful thinking.
In Malacca, the Baba and Nyonya shop houses along Jonker Street were well preserved. They were turned into museums, antique shops and restaurants, catering to tourists from far and near.
In Singapore, many heritage buildings were turned into offices and boutiques.
Do you think the same could be done for these shop houses in Ipoh's Market Lane? Anyhow, I think the biggest problem for Ipoh is the lack of foreign tourists and the local authorities are not aggresive enough to promote Ipoh as a heritage city like what they are doing for Penang and Malacca.
Thanks, Sundra!!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with u, Ipohgal. We have this existing treasure but being neglected. I think it's because of the low economic value & the change of living style. Hopefully some day its value would finally being appreciated, making it an attractive commercial-residential properties & regain its charm