United Buddy Bear in Penang

The United Buddy Bears were Georgetown since August 28 2016

The UNITED BUDDY BEARS promote living together in peace and harmony on their global tour. Around 140 Buddy Bears (each 2 m tall) represent as many countries recognised by the United Nations.

Each Buddy Bear shows the individual design created by different artists on behalf of their native countries. The international artists’ different styles are joined together in one work of art, spreading zest for life.

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149 of the friendly bears are standing on the Malaysian island of Penang as a symbol of tolerance and living together in peace. The exhibition at Padang Kota Lama, Esplanade, George Town, until October 31. (facing the Penang Town Hall)

bear painted by artists from different countries

  

Details at website:http://www.buddy-baer.com/

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