Dawn of a new beginning for Penang

Mud gathering in the seabed of the inward curving shoreline of Teluk Kumbar is evident when seen from 130m above sea level. Drone photography: Se Vena Networks

Any proud Penangite will tell you that the End of the World is on their island. And so is the Beginning of the World.

Teluk Bahang in the north-western corner of the island is the designated “End”. Batu Maung, near the southeastern edge, is considered the “Beginning”.