Fort Cornwallis stands at the very tip of the cape of George Town. Today, it is a privately-managed cultural venue which can be visited for a small admission fee. The ramparts overlook the harbour in the North Channel and the port activities which extend along the eastern waterfront. At the northwestern point of the fort is a Dutch cannon from 1603, called the Seri Rambai.
Local women place flowers on the barrel in supplication for improved fertility.
State Assembly Buildings Along the southern side of the field or Padang, are the State Assembly buildings along Lebuh Light. This handsome ensemble of buildings with Greek porticos date from the mid-19th century, and formerly served as the Police Courts. From the Fort, you can walk along the Esplanade towards the City Hall which is just across the Padang. The Esplanade is popular among locals for evening strolls. At the City Hall end there is a seaside hawker centre.