Penang plans next heritage makeover with east seafront upgrade after Fort Cornwallis, Beach Street works

Penang State Museum reopens after 9-year closure

The museum, which shut its doors in April 2017, will open to the public from tomorrow with free admission until Aug 31.

Penang plans next heritage makeover with east seafront upgrade after Fort Cornwallis, Beach Street works

GEORGE TOWN, July 23 — Penang will continue with its infrastructure upgrading works along the eastern seafront after completing restoration and upgrading works along the north seafront.Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the restoration of Fort Cornwallis, along the north seafront, is set to be officially opened this Saturday.“The Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Programme (PNBCAP) along Beach Street and Weld Quay will be completed by this y…

Century-old 1926 Heritage Hotel begins new chapter, reinforcing Penang’s heritage tourism appeal

A CENTURY after it was first built as residences for British officials, the iconic 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang has officially entered a new era, underscoring how heritage preservation and adaptive reuse can strengthen Penang’s position as a leading cultural and tourism destination.   Officiating the grand launch of the restored property today, Chief Minister Chow...

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang reopens after RM20 million restoration

The century-old 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang has officially reopened following a RM20 million restoration, marking a new chapter for one of Penang’s historic landmarks. Located along Jalan Burma, the boutique hotel has been transformed under The Unlimited Collection by The Ascott Limited, combining heritage conservation with modern hospitality while preserving its distinctive Anglo-Malay architectural character. Originally built in 1926 as residen…