Lorong Kuching, Pulau Tikus

Lorong Kuching, Pulau Tikus, Penang (14 March 2020)


Lorong Kuching is one of the minor roads in Pulau Tikus, Penang. It connects Burmah Road with Jalan Berjaya. At one time, the road was signaged Lorong Kucing, but the latest roadsign of 2020 shows Lorong Kuching.

Lorong Kuching was developed from the country lanes of the former Eurasian settlement of Pulau Tikus. The lane was named after cat, which is "kucing" in Malay (and not after the city of Kuching). In all likelihood, it was the Eurasians who gave the lane its name, long before it acquired is present form. It led south towards the estate of Ayer Rajah, which today has become a leafy neighbourhood.

Most of the houses along Lorong Kuching today are modern-style residential properties built in the mid-20th century. There is a remnant of older houses from the early part of the 20th century that still stands on Lorong Kuching.

Map of Lorong Kuching, Pulau Tikus, Penang

Getting there

The nearest bus stop is on Burmah Road. It is served by Rapid Penang bus 101, 102, 104 and 304.

Lorong Kuching roadsign (14 March 2020)


Lorong Kucing road sign (18 February 2013)


Lorong Kuching, Pulau Tikus, Penang (18 February 2013)

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