Light Street was found to be the first street built in George Town when the British arrived in Penang. It is named after Captain Francis Light, the British founder of Penang.
Penang Naturescape: A Landscape in Botanic Gardens
A Forest in Penang (II)
Penang Naturescape: Ayer Itam Dam and Recreation Park
Penang Naturescape: A Northern Hill
Penang Naturescape: A Forest Stream in Botanic Gardens
A Forest in Penang
Penang Botanic Gardens: The Cannonball Trees
Upon entering Botanic Gardens, the sight of these Cannonball Trees greets the visitors. The trees are scientifically named Couroupita guianensis, and they are also known commonly as the ‘Cannonball Tree’ due to the shape and appearance of the fruits.
