Penang Perspective: A Colonial Architecture

Architecture style of the former building of Standard Chartered Bank at Beach Street, George Town. This historical and iconic building was primarily built and designed with the elements of Palladian, Classical and Art Deco architectural styles.

George Town Street View: DOWNING STREET

Downing St

Downing St

Downing St

Named after the famous Downing Street in London, the British built their government offices on this street in George Town, Penang during the colonial era. It is one of the oldest and historical streets in George Town and currently houses the state post office and the HSBC bank.