Chew Jetty

The clan jetty forms part of Penang Heritage Trail. Actually there used to be seven clan jetties, one was demolished by fire and then not rebuilt again to make way for other development (Koay Jetty). Now six clan jetties remain, with Chew Jetty having the longest walkway and the most number of houses built on stilts in the water.

The jetties started in early 20th century as homes for Chinese fishermen in George Town. They were built as the silt and mud that line the area of Weld Quay made it impossible for boats to land during low tide. During high tide, the place appeared to be floating in water. This is also the place where Chinese dragon boat racing first took place in Penang.

The Chinese have surnames to denote their origins. By grouping together, they get stronger with a great sense of community. Out of those six jetties that remain, one jetty however, has people with mixed surname living there.

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