The city is described by UNESCO as having a "unique architectural and cultural townscape" that is shaped by centuries of intermingling between various cultures and religions. It has also gained a reputation as Malaysia's gastronomical capital for its distinct culinary scene. The preservation of these cultures contributed to the designation of the city centre of George Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.
The city is described by UNESCO as having a "unique architectural and cultural townscape" that is shaped by centuries of intermingling between various cultures and religions It has also gained a reputation as Malaysia's gastronomical capital for its distinct culinary scene The preservation of these cultures contributed to the designation of the city centre of George Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008