Georgetown was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites with the title of Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca in 2008.
The original 19th century commercial way in Georgetown called Chulia Street haven't changed so much its facades. 
Many of the shophouses and residences found in George Town were built in the style of Straits-Chinese architecture.
The indigo-blue mansion built by the merchant Cheong Fatt Tze at the end of 19th century has 38 rooms.
Georgetown has developed over 500 years of trading and cultural exchanges between East and West in the Straits of Malacca.
City Hall and Town Hall built over 100 years ago in the typical British Palladian architectural style.
The Eastern & Oriental Hotel, a colonial-style hotel in Penang was established in 1885 by the Armenian Sarkies Brothers. One of the many famous visiters in E&O was Charlie Chaplin.
The architecture of Penang reflects also long presence of British traders.
Georgetown enjoys one of the largest collections of pre-war buildings in Southeast Asia.
Unfortunately many buildings, which are in a regrettable state need funds for acute restoration.
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