A clock tower at the junction of Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah and Lebuh Light. Built to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 1897 Jubilee. This Victoria Memorial Clock Tower was donated by Cheah Chen Eok, a wealthy Penang citizen. The 60ft-high (18.3m) clock tower symbolising 60 years of the Queen’s reign was only completed in 1902 when [...]

Built in stages during 1970s to 80s and named after Malaysia’s second Prime Minister. It’s the most prominent and tallest building in Penang. Situated in this 65 storey tower are government offices, private enterprises, restaurants and departmental stores. 58th floor Viewing Gallery offers the best view of the old city.

Built in 1886, the Kek Lok Si Temple is one of the largest, finest and grandest Buddhist Temple in South East Asia. A 30 meter seven-stories tall pagoda stands majestically on a hill in Air Itam. The Pagoda combines cultures from 3 different countries, a octagonal base from China with a middle tier of Thai [...]

“The Ayer Itam Dam was built in 1914 to store and supply clean water to the public in Penang Island. Today, not only does this dam perform this crucial duty but it has become a place to exercise while being surrounded with fresh air and lush greenery. Here are some photos that I took when [...]