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Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

14, Lebuhraya Leith, Georgetown, Pulau Penang 10200, Malaysia
6-04-262 5289
Ranked #3 of 25 attractions in Georgetown
4.0 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Living in Penang for 2 years I had the opportunity to visit this Mansion twice and totally loved each time. The History is interesting and tour guides knowledgeable, interesting and casual. Some great photos to be taken from outside. This attraction won't take more than a few hours but a great way to pass a morning then take a walk... More

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Izmir
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

A guided tour around The Blue Mansion is worth every penny of the 12MYR fee. The guides are very knowledgable and passionate about their history. You may only visit half a dozen rooms but it is enough to give you a taste of what life was like for the inhabitants at the time. The house is a perfect example of... More

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Kuala Lumpur
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Interesting history and stories of this Blue Mansion. I took the 3pm tour and Sally the guide was very well spoken and knowledgeable and passionate. The entrance fee of RM12 was very fair and everyone should visit at least once since it has been recognised as a UNESCO heritage site.

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Dhaka City, Bangladesh
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Take the 1-hour tour with the guide and you will be very interested. Again, something good for those interested in history.

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Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Likes? lovely things to see , collected by discerning people. Dislikes? being forbidden to take photos,seeing others taking them -without a "permit" and being ignored! Also being forced to "stay with the tour" while others wandered at will! Did I forget to bribe the guide?

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Nottingham UK
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

One of the must see sights in Georgetown. Take the tour which last about 1 hour and see for yourself.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

I loved the tour guide, he was so so SO passionate about this house and its history, the tour is fairly long (over 1 hour) but it was fascinating to sit and listen the whole time. There are only 3 tours a day, so you have to check the times ahead and get there at the right time.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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105 helpful votes 105 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The historical tour was interesting and provided a nice background to the house. I wish they talked more about the owner of the house instead of the restoration of the house.

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Georgetown, Malaysia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

There are 3 guided tour per day (11am, 1,30pm and 3pm). There is very good explanation on the mansion architecture and also some story of the original owner. Been there 2 times, to bring friends there. If you like Chinese & Nyonya Baba Architecture and history, you will like this place. It is like a museum. There is a boutique... More

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Heerlen, The Netherlands
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Unfortunately we could not inside but it was a beautiful mansion from outside

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