St. George’s Anglican Church
St. George’s Anglican Church, located in George Town, Penang Island, Malaysia, is the oldest Anglican church in Southeast Asia, established in 1818 during British colonial rule. Built by the East India Company using Indian convict labor, the church is an example of Georgian architecture, characterised by its classical design with white columns, a symmetrical façade, and a distinctive dome-topped portico. The church’s layout includes a nave and chancel, along with a distinctive memorial pavilion dedicated to Captain Francis Light, the founder of Penang.
St. George’s Church holds significant religious and historical importance in Penang’s heritage. It symbolises the British colonial influence on the island and has been a centre for the Anglican community for over two centuries. In 2008, the church was recognised as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, highlighting its role in the region’s multicultural history and its well-preserved colonial architecture. Today, it remains an active place of worship and a key landmark for visitors interested in Penang’s colonial past.
Contact
Address
George Town World Heritage Incorporated
No. 116 & 118, Lebuh Acheh,
10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone: +604 261 6606
