Fort Cornwallis

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Fort Cornwallis is a bastion fort in George Town, Penang, Malaysia, built by the British East India Company in the late 18th century. Named …

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Jan 29, 2025
Fascinating old Fort with two buildings (powder house and chapel) remaining and desperately in need of displays. Well worth a visit. Cash is not accepted, credit card only.Full review by Clive W
Dec 31, 2024
The fort itself is being redeveloped (apparently we were 6 months too early) so a lot of the exhibits aren't ready yet. However, we joined a free (tour is included in entry price) tour and our guide,…Full review by traceyblank
Dec 7, 2024
We did the tour with Zul. One of the highlights of our trip. We learnt so much of the history of the fort and Malaysia. A fascinating tour guide who really added life to the tour.Full review by Ian G

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Q:
Is there any connection to cornwall
A:
The Bluestone is from Cornwall it was shipped as Ballast.
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is there any public transport to reached there?
A:
the fort is located in the historical part of George town near the jetty bus station which is the main bus station in penang and which you can reach it from almost everywhere in penang
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How many visitors visit Ford Cornwallis every year?
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No idea! But, it is on the Penang tour list, so it will be quite popular. There is hardly anything physical to see, but a guide will tell you the history of what is left of the fort. Should not …
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No idea! But, it is on the Penang tour list, so it will be quite popular. There is hardly anything physical to see, but a guide will tell you the history of what is left of the fort. Should not take more than half an hour!
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