The rickshaw drivers in Penang, Malaysia, are all old people, and they have a different scenery in the city
Located in the northwest of West Malaysia, Penang is a city with a unique character in Malaysia. The capital of Penang is George Town and the third largest city in Malaysia.
Penang is a city with a long history and rich culture, which was developed by the British colonial government in 1786 as the earliest commercial center in the Far East, and imported a large number of laborers from abroad, which also brought different cultures together, creating Penang's unique urban landscape and cultural customs.
Today, Penang is a city of East and West cultures, known as the "Emerald of the Indian Ocean", and George Town has been designated as a World Heritage Site. As for the origin of the city's name, it is said that it was named after the betel nut trees that were all over the island. Visiting Penang, in addition to admiring timeless architecture, a variety of cuisines and interesting street murals, riding a rickshaw and wandering the streets and alleys of the South Seas is also a must-see travel experience.
Especially as a photographer, I pay more attention to the cultural atmosphere here. Most of them are thin, dark and plainly dressed, driving passengers through the streets and alleys of the city every day, they are individuals at the bottom of society, and they are also injected into the fresh blood of Penang's urban life, full of life stories.
Penang is a multi-ethnic city, with 90% Malays and Chinese and 10% Indians and other ethnic groups. Although influenced by Western culture, many Chinese still retain national traditions in their daily lives, paying attention to traditional etiquette, customs and beliefs.
The rickshaw drivers here are made up of people of all skin colors, including Malays, Indians and Chinese, but most of them are all old people, all of whom are dark-skinned and emaciated after years of sun exposure.
Rickshaw drivers make a living in this old city in their own way, the rickshaws here are calculated by the hour, about 15-30 ringgit an hour, the old people pedaling because of the old age to work feel very difficult, when waiting on the street, they often nap in the car, making people look a little sad. However, by supporting themselves with hard work, everyone deserves everyone's respect.
Penang's Old Town has no modern high-rise buildings, narrow streets lined with many old arcades, the city is old and quaint but very clean, here the slow pace of life and lively street murals give the city a laid-back atmosphere. The old town is timeless and full of literary style, walking through the streets and looking for murals everywhere, this "upside-down donkey" rickshaw is indeed the best travel choice.
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