Air Itam, Residential suburb in George Town, Malaysia.
Ayer Itam occupies the central valleys of Penang Island, stretching across neighborhoods from Farlim in the southeast to Paya Terubong in the south.
The British East India Company established plantations for pepper, nutmeg, and strawberries in Ayer Itam after founding George Town in 1786.
The suburb contains ethnic Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities, each maintaining their traditions through temples, mosques, and cultural celebrations throughout the year.
Public transportation in Ayer Itam connects to central George Town through Rapid Penang bus services, with routes covering main roads and residential areas.
The Great Ayer Itam Fire of 1935 transformed the area from wooden structures to brick buildings, reshaping the architectural landscape of the entire suburb.
Location: North-East Penang Island
Location: George Town
GPS coordinates: 5.40186,100.27783
Latest update: March 12, 2025 22:46
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