The Beach Street Police Station, Penang: Then and Now
The original Beach Street Police Station in Penang was part of the colonial infrastructure that dotted George Town. Known for its strategic importance during British rule, Beach Street itself was central to Penang’s administration and commercial activities. Being one of the oldest roads established by Captain Francis Light in the late 18th century, the street grew as a hub for trade, particularly with the presence of the British East India Company and various international banks and mercantile firms in the 19th century.More