Photos of Fort Cornwallis

Originally made of wood, the castle was converted into a stone castle between 1808 and 1810. For its size, Fort Cornwallis isn't exactly spectacular. Only the outer wall has remained, with a pleasant park within it, as well as souvenir shops, an amphitheater and food stalls. There are several cannons on display here, which were set up by the Dutch and were looted by pirates but have since been recovered. There is a small museum inside, which briefly introduces the history of the castle and Penang.