PLACES OF INTEREST

                    THE STADTHUYS                 

Built in 1650 as the official

residence of Dutch Governors and their officers, the edifice is a example of Dutch architecture. Preserved in

its original structure and form, it now houses the History Museum and Ethnography Museum. On display daily are traditional bridal costumes and relics from Melaka's glorious past. Closed on Monday.

     PARAMESWARA RIVER CRUISE     

Once a river full of ships from all over the world. Merchants from Arabia and India came across the Bay of Bengal on the southwest wind, and the traders of China and the Spice Islands sailed down on the northeast monsoon.

        OLE SAYANG RESTAURANT          

Savour the authentic flavour of Peranakan (Straits Chinese) cuisine, a mixture of Chinese and Malay gastronomic influences.
This is a family business known for its laid-back hospitality. Photographs of the owners' ancestors adorn the walls.Contact us:
rest_olesayang@hotmail.com

                    CHRIST CHURCH                 

Standing exactly as it has always

been since 1753, the church is testimony to Dutch architectural

 ingenuity. Take a  note of a church's handmade pews, ceiling beams constructed without joint. Brass

Bible, tombstone written in

Armenian and 'Last Supper' in

glazed tiles.

        MALAYSIA YOUTH MUSEUM         

The museum is dedicated to contribution made by youth in the country's economic and social well being of the country. The noble efforts evidence at regional and international levels are displayed at the museum. Closed on Monday

      ST. FRANCIS XAVIER'S CHURCH   

Built in 1849 by Reverend Farve, a Frenchman, the Gothic towered church is dedicated to St Francis Xavier. Known as the 'Apostle to the East', St Francis Xavier well-remembered for the missionary work spreading Catholicism to Southeast Asia in the 16th century.

                    ST. PAUL CHURCH              

Built by Portuguese Captain by the name of Duarte Coelho. The chapel was turned by the Dutch into a burial ground for their noble dead and renamed 'St Paul's

 St Francis Xavier  was briefly enshrined in the open grave in 1553 before being shipped to Goa, India.

                      A' FAMOSA                        

The hallmark of Melaka and perhaps and the most photographed subject next to the Stadthuys. Built by Portuguese in 1511 as a fortress it sustained severe structural damage during the Dutch invasion. The Dutch has set to destroy it but timely intervention by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1808 save what remains of A'Famosa today.

           THE DUTCH GRAVEYARD             

This graveyard was first used at the last quarter of the 17 Century. Presently 5 Dutch and 33 British graves are sited within its compound. This cemetery was used in two stages that is between 1670-1682 and later between 1818-1838. The grave that attract the attention of most visitors is the one that has a tall column on it which two army officers were killed during the Naning war (1831-1832)

MUZIUM RAKYAT (PEOPLE MUSEUM)

Exhibits include Melaka's economic and social progress spanning from the period in particular after the independence of Malaya till towards the end of  the 20th century. The exhibits are segmented into tourism, agriculture, industry and other sectors. Closed on Monday.

           INDEPENDENCE MEMORIAL       

Built in 1912, the former club house of Melaka Club now houses invaluable exhibits of the country's struggle leading to Independence. Exhibits are form of relics, manuscript, video tapes, films and slides. Closed on Monday.

          HANG JEBAT 'S MAUSOLEUM      

The champion of justice who died a tragic death. HangJebat was killed by Hang Tuah. He ran amuck after suffering a fatal wound of Hang Tuah's dagger, keris 'Taming Sari', to avenge the Sultan's hasty punishment against Hang Tuah for a crime he did not commit. Hang Jebat was accused by Hang Tuah of 'derhaka' (contumacy).

S. POYYATHA VINAYAGAR MOORTHI

One of the best temples built in the country at the turn of the century. It was built on a plot given by the Dutch.

          KAMPUNG KLING MOSQUE         

One  of the oldest mosques in the country with the Sumatran architectural features.
Instead of the conventional dome, a three tier roof rising like a pyramid is in place. a mineret peculiar in shape from a typical Moorish style, is structured like a Pagoda, portraying a mixture of East West architectural influence.

           BABA NYONYA HERITAGE         

'Straits Chinese' or the Baba and Nyonya , are Chinese who are adopted much of Malay culture. The public can now view the unique heritage a the private museum run by the Babas and Nyonyas of Melaka.

                       JONKER WALK                 

A definite haven for antique collectors and bargain hunters. Authentic artifact and relics, some dating as far back as 300 years, can be found among of interesting collectibles, each with its own history and mystery.

            CHENG HOON  TENG TEMPLE      

The oldest Chinese temple in the country. It was built in 1646 with material shipped out of China. Fine workmanship is evident in the ornately decorated mythological figures, carving and lacquer work inside the temple.

        HANG KASTURI'S MAUSOLEUM   

Hang Kasturi studied 'silat' (Malay martial art) under the same tutelage as Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Hang Lekir and Hang Lekiu. He became one of the 'hulubalang' (knight) who served Melaka together with Hang Tuah. Except for Hang Jebat, Hang Kasturi and the others remain loyal to Sultan to their dying days.

        KAMPUNG HULU 'S MOSQUE     

Built in 1728 by Dato Shamsudin. It is the oldest mosque in Malaysia. Its unique architectural style is not traceable by other in the country.

                      VILLA SENTOSA               

The house built during the first quarter of the century in a style fashionable during the era, has been converted by its owner ,Tuan Hj Hashim b. Dato Demang Hj Abdul Ghani, into a private museum. Located in Kg Morten, which is the only Malay village in the heart of Melaka city, the house has a history that goes back to the British Land Reform Act 1920.

              PORTUGUESE SQUARE               

Perhaps the right phrase to infer strong affinity to Portugal would be 'Mini Lisbon'. Located within the Portuguese Settlement, the square is the culmination of Portuguese culture in its full splendour and colors.

           TRANQUERAH MOSQUE              

Prominent in its architectural grandeur, the mosque is unique and bears testimony to the fact that Islam had its rightful place in Melaka 600 years ago. The tomb of Sultan Husain of Johore is in the compound of the mosque. He was the ruler who signed the cession of Singapore with the Stamford Raffles in 1919.

                  KAMPUNG CHITTY                 

Chitty are Straits born Indian and offspring's off Indian trader who came from Panai. These people embrace the Hindu faith and practice a dogmatic type of Hinduism wile their yearly Maria man Festival or ' Pesta Datuk Charcar' in May is a true celebrations that last for a week. They eat their typical Indian food and practice the traditional Indian wedding ceremony.

       MELAKA SULTANATE PALACE       

Built based on the description and reference to the palace in 'Sejarah Melayu' (the Malay annals), the wooden replica house the Cultural Museum of Melaka. Situated at the foot of the St Paul's Hill, it is the only Malay palace from Melaka's glorious past built with such detail and refinement. Closed on Tuesday.

              ST PETER 'S CHURCH                  

Built in 1710 during the Dutch occupation in Melaka. It is the oldest Roman Catholic church in Malaysia and it was built on a piece of land donated by a Dutch gentleman, Maryber Franz Amboer. Its facade and decor has a combination of Eastern and Western architecture. One of its bells was cast in Goa in 1608. 

            POH SAN TENG TEMPLE             

The temple is located at the foot of Bukit China. Built in 1795 by Kapitan Tsai Shih Chang. Within the premises of the temple is the famous well, San Pao Ching or Perigi Raja subject to many legends and stories.

                  HANG LIPO 'S WELL             

Built in 1459 by the followers of Hang Li Po, the Chinese princess who married to Sultan of Melaka. The well never dries up during the old days and was the only source of water supply during great drought. The Dutch enclosed it with stout walls in 1677 to maintain ultimate right to the well. It has been turned into a wishing well and it is said that those who throws coins into it will return to Melaka.

                  MARITIME MUSEUM           

The museum is constructed after 'Flor De LaMar'. The Portuguese galleon sank in the Straits of Melaka on its way to Portugal. With her hull laden with invaluable treasures seized from Melaka, the galleon was doomed from existence had it not for the efforts to revive its symbolic significance to Melaka's heritage.