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Saturday, May 19, 2012

PhotoHunt - Cityhall, Magical

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The City Hall is one of the most photographed buildings located at the Esplanade in Penang. I've walked passed this historic structure countless times but funny that I have never been inside there.

Built in 1903, it is a magical colonial building from the heyday of the British Empire. It was originally called the Municipal Office, Penang but later it was renamed City Hall when George Town was granted city status in 1957. Currently it houses the licensing and urban service department of the Penang Municipal Council.

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Posted by LifeRamblings at 12:10 AM
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20 comments:

  1. Traveling HawkSaturday, May 19, 2012 12:30:00 AM

    A wonderful building of its kind!

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  2. CarverSaturday, May 19, 2012 1:16:00 AM

    That is indeed a beautiful and magical looking city hall. Perfect for both themes!

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  3. AnonymousSaturday, May 19, 2012 1:32:00 AM

    no doubt about that, this city hall is truly magical. i am curious about the interiors though. i hoped that someday you'd be able to show us.

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  4. FilipBlogSaturday, May 19, 2012 3:32:00 AM

    Super, amazing city hall.

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  5. eastcoastlifeSaturday, May 19, 2012 3:41:00 AM

    I didn't see it when I was in Penang. It would be great to visit this City Hall and take photos of it.

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  6. Windsmoke.Saturday, May 19, 2012 5:23:00 AM

    Its also a very grand and majestic looking building to :-).

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  7. YTSLSaturday, May 19, 2012 10:33:00 AM

    Funny, I'm the opposite from you -- in that I've been in that building a few times (including for book launches) but have never taken a photo of it! ;D

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  8. magiceyeSaturday, May 19, 2012 11:46:00 AM

    very impressive and well captured!

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  9. momto8Saturday, May 19, 2012 12:22:00 PM

    what a building..thanks for this picture!

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  10. rainforestSaturday, May 19, 2012 12:49:00 PM

    i love historical buildings. it has some magic in it besides the story behind it. lovely!

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  11. GattinaSaturday, May 19, 2012 5:30:00 PM

    Wow, what an impressive building !

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  12. FiShSaturday, May 19, 2012 8:27:00 PM

    i love the view here, with the seaview nearby too :)

    Latest: Romantic Affair with Mummy

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  13. Kim, USASaturday, May 19, 2012 8:28:00 PM

    Beautiful shot!!

    Kim,USA

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  14. The Social FrogSaturday, May 19, 2012 11:34:00 PM

    Wow, what an awesome building!


    http://www.thesocialfrog.com/

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  15. Bob BushellSunday, May 20, 2012 8:12:00 PM

    Nice photo you have visited.

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  16. sarahSunday, May 20, 2012 10:39:00 PM

    Beautiful massive building! Palm trees match with this City-Hall. I am not sure but I have seen the building like this in Liverpool.

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  17. RIZALENIOMonday, May 21, 2012 4:58:00 PM

    Beautiful. Like a white palace.

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  18. foongpcTuesday, May 22, 2012 1:47:00 AM

    Love this CityHall building!

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  19. ArijaTuesday, May 22, 2012 2:46:00 PM

    A palace of a building from an era that knew the importance of having overwhelming public architectural presence.

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  20. AnonymousWednesday, May 23, 2012 4:07:00 AM

    What a gorgeous structure! I love all the details. Great shot.

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