Taman Tun Sardon

Taman Tun Sardon is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located 5.7 km (3.5 mi) south of the city centre, this working-class neighbourhood, which neighbours Minden Heights to the south and consists of low-cost five storey flats, was created in the 1980s and forms part of the Gelugor suburb.[1][2] In all, 22 housing blocks were constructed within the neighbourhood to cater to the needs of lower-income citizens.[2]

Taman Tun Sardon
Neighbourhood of George Town
Other transcription(s)
 • Jawiتامن تون سردون
 • Chinese敦沙顿花园
Astaka Taman Tun Sardon, a wet market-cum-hawker centre.
Taman Tun Sardon
Location of Taman Tun Sardon in George Town, with the city centre's UNESCO World Heritage Site in purple.
Coordinates: 5°22′8.4828″N 100°18′21.1962″E
Country Malaysia
State Penang
DistrictNortheast Penang Island
City George Town
Government
 • Local governmentPenang Island City Council
 • Mayor of Penang IslandYew Tung Seang
 • Seri Delima State AssemblymanSyerleena Abdul Rashid (DAP)
 • Bukit Gelugor Member of ParliamentRamkarpal Singh (DAP)
Time zoneUTC+8 (MST)
 • Summer (DST)Not observed
Postal code
11700
Websitembpp.gov.my

Etymology

Taman Tun Sardon was named in honour of Sardon Jubir, a Johor-born politician who served as the Governor of Penang between 1975 and 1981.[1]

Transportation

Jalan Hilir Pemancar runs through Taman Tun Sardon, making it the main thoroughfare within the neighbourhood.[1][2] Residents within the neighbourhood are also served by Rapid Penang bus routes 206 and 302, which include stops along the road.[3][4]

Education

A single high school, SMK Datuk Haji Mohd Nor Ahmad, is located within Taman Tun Sardon.[5]

See also

References
  1. "Gelugor Market". Penang Trails. 2016-10-24. Retrieved 2018-01-14.
  2. "Property Review for Taman Tun Sardon | Propwall Malaysia". www.propwall.my. Retrieved 2018-01-14.
  3. http://www.rapidpg.com.my/journey-planner/route-maps/details/206.gif
  4. http://www.rapidpg.com.my/journey-planner/route-maps/details/302.gif
  5. "Laman Rasmi SMK Datuk Haji Mohd Nor Ahmad". www.smkdhmna.50webs.com. Retrieved 2018-01-14.
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