On my trip to George Town, Penang, I visited Fort Cornwallis, Malaysia’s largest standing fort. Built in the late 18th century by the British East India Company, it never saw battle but now offers a fascinating glimpse into colonial-era military architecture. Inside, I explored preserved cannons, a chapel, and exhibits on Penang’s history. The fort’s scenic surroundings, including the Esplanade and waterfront, added to the charm of this historical site. #penang #georgetown #fortcornwallis #fort

Fort Cornwallis in Penang, Malaysia, began as a simple palm stockade in 1786, built by Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British settlement, and was named after Charles Cornwallis, Governor-General of India. Later rebuilt with brick and stone from 1804-1810 to defend against French threats, it became a key administrative hub, housing the Supreme Court, though it never saw actual combat, and now stands as Malaysia's largest intact fort and a historic tourist site featuring cannons and col