Notes on the Geography of Malaysia: George Town: Photo 4![]() ![]() Nearby is the tombstone of the first governor, who coincidentally died the year Singapore was created. Penang remained part of India until 1867, when it was transferred to the Colonial Office. Long before then, in 1826, it was linked with Singapore in the Straits Settlements; for a few years it was the capital of the Settlements, but booming Singapore assumed that role in 1832. View: tiny * small * medium * big * biggest Photo Size Back to Malaysia: George Town chapter Short link for this page: http://www.greatmirror.com?justpic=3119 |
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