Visit Georgetown, named after King George III of England, which is an interesting blend of old and new cultures proved in the mix styles of architecture. One part of the town, described as a
Chinatown, is full of Chinese characteristics with modern skyscrapers whereas the remnants of the colonial period are still remained in the other side of the town. The tour includes
Fort Cornwallis which was built by the British East India Company on the site of Francis Light's historic landing in 1786. Originally a wooden stockade, it was replaced by a concrete structure built by convict labor, in 1804. Then, proceed to visit the
Penang Museum, built in 1821, which houses a fine collection of old photographs, maps, charts and other historical relics, and the world's fourth largest reclining Buddha statue with its majestic length of 33m.