KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 -- The arch marking entry into the China Town in Jalan Kg Cina, closed to Pasar Payang in Terengganu.These century old building are now sundry shops, local coffee shops, offices for several tour operators, batik and souvenir shops and restaurants.Recently there are people who buy over the house from the original owners and turn it a Ôswiftlet houseÕ for their bird nest business. In this area, two old Chinese temples, namely Ho Ann Kiong (1801) and Tien Hok Kong (1896) have been recognised by UNICEF as Heritage Attractions. The local believe that ÔGoddessÕ of the temple has given them very accurate guidance and ÔprotectionÕ during the hard time, therefore there is always worshipers redeem their vow to the God.--fotoBERNAMA COPYRIGHT RESERVED

photographed by: Stacy Phang