Limburg
Jalan Larut, George Town

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Limburg

Limburg, despite its faux-German name, is the home of prominent early 20th century Penang industrialist Lim Cheng Teik (1884-1978). He was the son of tycoon Phuah Hin Leong (who was born Lim Choo Guan to an impoverished family from the Lim clan, and subsequently adopted by a Phuah family). Like his father, Lim Cheng Teik entered the oil and rice milling business. He became successful early in life, and was elected at the age of 26 as the youngest Municipal Commissioner of Penang. At the age of 33, he became the Chairman of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce.

Lim's tenure as Municipal Rent Revision Board member as well as his position as Justice of the Peace came to an abrupt end when he resigned in protest over a miscarriage of justice by the British. Properties owned by him include not only Limburg, which was designed by the architectural firm of Neubronner's in 1917, as well as properties along Jalan Dato Kramat, Jalan Pangkor and Persiaran Gurney. Medan Lim Cheng Teik was a road named in his honor.

Today Limburg has been readapted for use as a KFC outlet.

Getting there

Limburg, along Jalan Larut, is more easily accessible by car. Nevertheless, Rapid Penang bus 104 does pass by on its way from Tanjung Bungah to Weld Quay.

What to see and do

Limburg's role as a fast-food outlet somewhat diminishes its significance as a heritage building. Though not a tourist sight, it is an example of a well-restored 20th century heritage building.

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Limburg (30 January 2006)

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Limburg Jalan Larut, George Town