Fort Cornwallis Lighthouse

The Fort Cornwallis Lighthouse (Rumah Api Kota Cornwallis) is a lighthouse in Fort Cornwallis, George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is currently under the management of the Maritime Authority of Malaysia.

History
The lighthouse was constructed by the British Malaya government in 1882 as the Fort Point Lighthouse with a cost of £10,224. Between 1914–1928, the lighthouse underwent renovation and its name was changed to Penang Harbour Lighthouse.

Architecture
The lighthouse is made of white steel framework and has a height of 21 m. The light beam reaches a distance of 16 nmi.