Three of Penang's most famous street murals, including 'Children on a Bicycle', are being restored by Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic. The project aims to revitalize the murals while preserving their original charm and significance as symbols of Penang's cultural heritage.
Hard at work: Zacharevic busy restoring one of this iconic art, ‘Children on a Bicycle’ at Armenian Stree and taking a selfie wiith some Thai tourists.The street art is a favourite with both local and international visitors. — CHAN BOON KAI/The StarGEORGE TOWN: Penang ’s top draws are getting a new facelift.
The murals, which he first painted to mark the 2012 George Town Festival, were only given a minor facelift in 2019. “They are landmarks that attract global attention, bringing tourists from all over to witness these incredible works of art.
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