Kuala Lampur, July 6 -- GEORGE TOWN, July 6 - Between the 17th and early 19th centuries, many Germans left their homeland in search of better opportunities, and one of the places they eventually settled was Penang.

In the early 1800s, German traders, missionaries, engineers, photographers and writers arrived on the island. Some settled and built businesses, while others left their mark through landmarks that still stand today.

This lesser-known chapter of Penang's history is now highlighted through the German Heritage Trail, which maps out sites linked to the community, said Malaysian German Society committee member Clement Liang.

"We conduct the German Heritage Trail tour a few times a year, especially for students and large groups, d...