Stock Photo - Malaysia, Penang, Georgetown, Kew Leong Tong Lim Kongsi, Chinese clan house. The Kew Leong Tong Lim Kongsi is a historic Chinese clan house in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia. It is one of the oldest Chinese clan houses in the city and is still frequented by Lower Kew Leong Tong clan members during essential gatherings and ceremonies. The building was built in 1820 and is a classic example of traditional Chinese architecture. It has two tiers that are separated by a courtyard and three entrances. The timber-framed walls, intricate artwork, and ornate facades combine to create an atmosphere of traditional grandeur. Inside the hall is a shrine dedicated to the clan's founders and a conventional altar with images of the gods and ancestors. The clan will host important gatherings every few months and commemorate essential events with solemn rituals.