I must admit, I didn't know who Sun Yat Sen was before walking into this special museum. I had know idea he was a leader of the Chinese Revolution or that he lived in Malaysia. After visiting this Museum, I understood so much more of...More
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I must admit, I didn't know who Sun Yat Sen was before walking into this special museum. I had know idea he was a leader of the Chinese Revolution or that he lived in Malaysia. After visiting this Museum, I understood so much more of...More
I thought this place would be free for visitors but it charges 5 Malaysian dollars. It’s a place to see the life of a Chinese historical character.
5MR each, takes about 45mins. Secure location, doors are locked to allow visitors to leave their belongings. Friendly and welcoming proprietor speaks excellent English and Mandarin. Toilets available at the rear. Information in English and Mandarin. Places to sit. It’s a museum in three parts;...More
Looking back in time in a real house that has become a museum was fascinating. The guide was very good at explaining what we were looking at and how it related to the family and their heritage
Located in the heart of George Town's UNESCO designated World Heritage Area, this Museum is of substantial historical importance! It was i this very historic house that Sun Yat Sen (SYS) drew up detailed plans which resulted in China [with the help of "overseas Chinese"...More
Of the many tributes and reminders of SYS, this is the best, with info on the name, and his fate and how we changed a nation
RM5 per entry. Reasonably priced. A MUST for history lovers, especially if you're Chinese. It's a very important part of the modern Chinese history. Could've provided more interactive activities in the museum. Do not visit if you think history is boring.
Worth a visit for those interested in history - takes about 30 minutes to see/read it all. The owner/host is very nice and articulates himself very well, if you have a chance to bump into him.
Even if history isn't your thing, come visit this museum. This house was the place that stayed in while he was in Penang. The floor tiles are original, the place has been refurbished to make it more presentable but the essence of the past is...More
This is a great informative place for people that love history and also want to learn more when they are traveling! Highly recommended!
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