Brochure Melaka by tourismmelaka

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Essential Information Melaka the Guide Bahasa Malaysia or Malay is the oicial language and many words are phonetically similar to English. The letter ‘c’ is pronounced ‘ch’. Hello Good Morning Good Afternoon Good Evening Good Night Welcome Please come in How Are You I’m Fine My name is {name} I’m from …. What is your name? This is {name} Husband Wife Mother Father Grandmother Grandfather Child / Children

Helo Selamat Pagi Selamat Tengahari Selamat Petang Selamat Malam Selamat Datang Sila masuk Apa khabar Khabar baik Nama saya …. Saya dari …. Siapa nama awak? Ini {name} Suami Isteri Emak Ayah Nenek Datuk Anak / Anak

Greetings Goodbye(if you’re the one who’s leaving) Goodbye(to someone who’s leaving) See You Again

Selamat Jalan/ Selamat Tinggal Selamat Jalan Jumpa Lagi

Directions How do I get to .. ? Please draw me a map Right Left Straight ahead Here There Front Back

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Bagaimana saya ke ..? Tolong lukiskan saya peta Kanan Kiri Terus Di sini Di sana Depan Belakang

Asking Questions Where? How? Why? Who? What? Which? When?

Di mana? Bagaimana? Mengapa? Siapa? Apa? Yang mana? Bila?

Time and Day Second Minute Hour Day Week Month Year Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday What is the time? {x} o’clock Yesterday Tomorrow Now

Saat Minit Jam Hari Minggu Bulan Tahun Ahad Isnin Selasa Rabu Khamis Jumaat Sabtu Sekarang pukul berapa? Pukul {x} Semalam Esok Sekarang

Common Words None Many Less Thank You You’re welcome

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Menara Taming Sari Welcomes You, Enjoy a breathtaking view 110m from the top! The only Gyro Tower in Malaysia

Harga Ticket / Ticket Price Dewasa / Adults Kanak-kanak / Children

: RM 20.00 : RM 10.00

* Special Discount for MyCard Holders

Melaka Taming Sari Berhad Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka Fax: 06 - 288 1551 Tel : 06 - 288 1100 / 281 3366 Operation Hours : 10.00 am - 11.00 pm daily Website : www.menaratamingsari.com

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What to See

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Melaka Tengah

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The Stadthuys The legacy of the Dutch is still very much alive and felt in Melaka in a form of a building called the Stadthuys. It was the oicial residence of the Dutch Governor, built in 1650, built in 4 stories on a terrace of St. Paul’s hill covering 49,200 sq. feet in area. It had been the Governor’s residence until as early as the 18th century. It also was the Dutch Administrative Centre until 1824. Why, even the British made this building their administrative centre too. The Stadthuys continued to be the State Governing Centre until the end of 1979. The original colour of this building was white. It was changed to red during the 1820’s and then came to be known as ‘The Red Building’ to date.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka.

Proclamation of Independence Memorial

Jalan Parameswara, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka. 06- 2841231 9am- 6pm (Tue - Thu) 3pm to 6pm (Fri) (Closed on Mondays)

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This Memorial Hall was formerly known as Melaka Club. It is a gold-domed, built in 1912, and renovated in 1985. Today it houses pictures that portray events leading to the attainment of Malaysia’s Independence and historical documents, maps, treatises, video tapes, ilms, minutes of meetings, news scripts and other that relates to the independence struggle. Apart from the exhibition items, visitors can also witness the uniqueness of the memorial building which combined the elements of both locals and British architecture.

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Melaka Tengah Porta de Santiago Porta de Santiago, which means The Famous, is a Portuguese fortress located in Melaka. This is the best evidence of Portuguese occupation hundreds of years ago. Located at the foot of St. Paul’s Hill, was built in 1512 under the command of Alfonso de Albuquerque. Its signiicance started to fade when the British settled here in the early 19th century. The British had almost destroyed the whole complex when Sir Stamford Raﬄes arrived in 1808. He was able to stop the destruction, but unfortunately what is left until today is nothing more than a gateway called Porta de Santiago.

Jalan Parameswara, Melaka 06- 231 4343

Middlesburg This fort was built by the Portuguese between year 1512 to 1550. However in late 1660 to 1670, a structure that is named “Middlesburg” was added by the Dutch. Up to today, the Heritage Department of Melaka still conducts research on this fort. Several things have been discovered, such as the six bastions and a huge sewerage pipe dated 1895. Other than reconstructing the fort, the department makes sure that the structures within the fort are restored and preserved.

Jalan Kota, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka.

Bukit Cina

Jalan Puteri Hang Li Poh, Bukit Cina, Melaka.

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Bukit Cina is situated southeast of Melaka Town, about 148 metres above sea level and covers an area of 42 hectares. There are more than 12,500 graves on Bukit China including approximately 20 Muslim tombs. Bukit Cina is also believed to be the oldest and largest traditional Chinese cemetery outside China. The weather had taken a heavy toll on the tomb, and in 1933 Cheng Hoon Teng Temple had undertaken to repair it. A stone inscription was erected to mark it. The tomb was again restored in 2001.

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Transportation Museum Malaysia took the irst step into heavy industry especially in the manufacture of commercial vehicles with the establishment of HICOM (Heavy Industries Corporation of Malaysia) in 1980 and PROTON (the National Automobile Industry) in 1983. Subsequent to that, PERODUA (the second National Automobile Industry) was formed in 1993, and this was followed by MODENAS (National Motor-cycles and Engines) in 1995. The Malaysian Motor Industry has since developed by leaps and bounds. As an adjunct to the development of the motor industry, YAB Datuk Seri Haji Mohd Ali bin Mohd Rustam, the Chief Minister of Melaka, initiated the Autocity Site which was oicially declared open 2 January, 2010. He also proposed that the Melaka Museums Corporation to establish a ‘Melaka Transportation Museum’ in this Autocity to exhibit cars, motorcycles, bicycles and other such means of transportation, each with its own antique and unique features.

Melaka Autocity, Taman Tasik Utama 75350 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 283 0926 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum The Melaka Sultanate Palace is a replica of a Sultan’s palace during the era of the Melaka Sultanate. This replica was built from records obtained from the ‘Malay Annals’ depicting the unique architecture of a palace during the ruling era of Sultan Mansur Shah. Apart from the unique building design and ornate wood carvings, visitors will also be able to obtain insights on the institution of the Melaka Malay Sultanate and the opportunity to experience a true palace atmosphere via dioramas of a Royal Dias, a visiting trade delegation, diorama of the feud between Hang Tuah and Hang Jebat, as well as the Royal Bedroom. There are also scale models of other Malay palaces and a collection of traditional costumes, accessories, weapons, and earthenware.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 7464 9.00 am - 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

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Hang Li Poh Well (The King’s Well) The King’s Well is also known as the ‘Hang Li Poh Well’. Sultan Mansur Shah (14581477) ordered the well to be dug for the exclusive use of his wife, Hang Li Poh, who came from China. The water was used for their daily needs and surprisingly, the never dried up, even in the severest droughts. According to folklore, whosoever drinks from the well will return to Melaka. In 1511, Johor warriors poisoned the well, killing many Portuguese who drank the water in 1606, the Dutch committed the same act and the Acehnese followed suit between 1628 and 1629. Their intentions were to covertly kill of their enemies. When the Dutch realized the importance of the well, they build a Jalan Puteri Hang Li Poh, wall, resembling a small fort; complete Bandar Melaka, Melaka. with cannons and a guard-house to (Driving Distance: safe-guard it. However, during the About 6 mins from British occupation, the well fell into Garden City Service disuse and the guard-house became Apartments) dilapidated.

Hang Tuah Well Hang Tuah himself was said to have dug this well and it has never driedup even in the most severe droughts. Water from this well is said to be sacred and has healing properties. Local believe that Hang Tuah’s soul which takes on the apparition of a white crocodile dwells in this well. The presence of this well also gives rise to the notion that Hang Tuah was from Duyong. The locals however dispute the belief and said that he was from Duyong, in East Sumatera where a similar well also exists. The Hang Tuah Well was gazetted as an old monument and heritage site under National Heritage Act 2005.

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Kampung Duyong, Melaka, Malaysia 75460

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Hang Kasturi Mausoleum

120 Jalan Hang Jebat Melaka

Hang Kasturi is one of ive great warrior brothers is Hnag Jebat, Hang Tuah, Hang Lekir and Hang Lekiu. The ive brothers were great warrior during the reign of the Melaka Sultanate especially during the regime Sultan Mansur Shah (1456-1477). The courage and strength of the ive great warrior plus the wisdom of the Bendahara Tun Perak to back up and help Melaka Sultanate to expand the Melaka empire up as far as the Malay Archipelago and thus Melaka empire maintained the respect friends and foes.

Hang Tuah Mausoleum Hang Tuah is synonym to Melaka and he is well known for his bravery and loyalty to the Sultan. His outstanding performance as a military oicer made him a legend that has graced many in the history of Melaka. His valiant act caught the Sultan’s attention and he was called to the palace and conferred a knighthood the youngest ever to be knighted.

Makam Hang Tuah, Jalan Tanjung Kling, Tanjong Kling, 76400 Melaka.

Hang Jebat Mausoleum Here lies Hang Jebat, a worrior labeled a traitor, all for the love of a friend. During the rule of Sultan Mansor Shah (1456-1477 A.D), there lived young men who grew up together. Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Hang Kasturi, Hang Lekir and Hang Lekiu were inseparable and became known as the ‘Five Companions’ in the epic ‘ Hikayat Hang Tuah’. Sultan Mansor Shah was so impressed with the skills of the ive that he immediately gave them positions at his court. and Hang Tuah became his favourite. Hang Jebat, who was beside himself with grief, could not understand why the Sultan summarily ordered his brother’s execution without irst giving him a chance a prove his innocent. Disillusioned and broken-hearted, Hang Jebat ran amok and sought revenge, killing everyone that tried to protect the Sultan. The battle was Jalan Kampung Kuli, Melaka said to last for three days until Hang Jebat was stabbed and died in his friend’s arms.

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Melaka Tengah Melaka Chief Minister Gallery

This gallery is located in the previous Seri Bendahara, the oicial residence of the Chief Ministers since 1972. After the completion of the new Seri Bendahara at Ayer Keroh in 2005, this building in Bukit Peringgit was renovated and transformed into gallery archiving and providing information on the past and present Chief Ministers, about their background and contribution to the state. It has also become the main reference on the institution of the Chief Ministers which has played an important role toward the development of the Melaka state.

Bukit Peringgit,75400 Melaka 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 7464 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Maritime Museum (Flor de La Mar) & The Maritime Museum Phase II The Maritime Museum or the Flora de Lamar is a replica of the Portuguese ship which sank in the coast of Melaka while on its way to Portugal. The structure of the ship is actually a replica built according to the former Portuguese ship named “Flor De La Mar”. You will get to see framed paintings and pictures that illustrate how Melaka played its role as emporium for traders from all around the world. Apart from showing the signiicant history of Melaka Maritime, Maritime Museum also showcases the diferent eras that Melaka has gone through, from the Melaka Sultanate era, to Portuguese era, Dutch era to British era. The Maritime Museum Phase II which is located right beside complements the Maritime Museum by showcasing exhibition with the theme of ‘Ocean and the Mankind’ to depict position of Melaka in the maritime history and the seaborne trade as well as how human being perceived and derived beneits from the seas.

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Jalan Quayside, 75000 Melaka 06- 282 6526 / 06- 283 0926 9:00 am – 5:30 pm(Daily. Fri, Sat, Sun closed 9.00pm)

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The Dutch Graveyard This graveyard was irst used at the last quarter of the 17th 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. When the British took over Melaka in 1795, they initially used st paul’s hills as their burial ground and only in 1818 they did they began to make use of this cemetery. The irst British person to be buried here was captain John Kidd, captain of the ship while the last British person to be buried was the wife of a British army oicer 1838. Most of the British buried here were army or naval personnel. A number of wives of army oicers were also buried here. The grave that attracts the attention of the most visitors is the one that has a tall column on it in which two army oicers, who were killed during the war between the British and Naning in the interior of Melaka in 1831, were buried. This graveyard has been gazette as national monument under the Antiquities Act 1976.

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Next to Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum, Jalan Gereja, 75000 Melaka. N 2.193795, E 102.25066

Victoria Fountain The Queen Victoria Fountain was built in 1901 by the British to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee. It is probably one of the last traces of the British colonial era in Malaysia which symbolizes the glorious days of the British colonization in Malaysia in the yesteryears. Made of English marble, the Queen Victoria’s Fountain is still functioning well today, and is considered as one of the most frequently photographed landmarks in Melaka.

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Jalan Gereja, 75000 Melaka N 2.194712, E 102.249284

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Orang Asli Museum Philea Resort MIMC Melaka Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary Serama Park Garden of a Thousand Flowers Ayer Keroh Country Resort Youth Hotel My Din Melaka Batik House Hospital Pantai Ayer Keroh MITC Melaka Planetarium Ayer Keroh Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Village Puteri Resort

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St. Paul’s Church This church was formerly a chapel built by a Portuguese captain by the name of Duarte Coelho in 1521 as ‘the small Our Lady of the Hill chapel’. This is probably the oldest church in Melaka. When the Dutch wrestled Melaka from the Portuguese in 1641, they took over the Portuguese chapel, repaired and transformed it into a Dutch Reformed Church, calling it St. Paul’s Church.

Gereja St. Paul Jalan Kota 75000 Melaka.

Christ Church When the Dutch took over Melaka from the hand of the Portuguese, they built the Christ Church as a place of worship. This Church, completed in 1753, is the oldest functioning Protestant church in Malaysia and has gone through several stages of change under the domination of diferent colonials. The church is painted in red which remained the hallmark of Melaka’s Dutch-era buildings. Surrounded by beautiful landscape, will probably feel like visiting a vintage church somewhere in Europe. Christ Church Melaka now belongs to the Anglican Church, which Christ Church handed to British and consecrated to use as Anglican service from 1838 until today.

Christ Church, Jalan Gereja, 75000 Melaka. 06- 284 8804

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St. Francis Xavier’s Church Gereja St. Francis Xavier Jalan Laksamana, Melaka 06- 2824770 sfx.com.my St. Francis Xavier’s, also known as ‘the apostle of the East’, was a famous missionary in large parts of Asia. He travelled to many countries and stopped in Melaka in 1545 to serve the sick and the children. In 1574, the saint died in a ship, which left people in Melaka in deep mourning. In honour for him, they built the St. Francis Xavier’s Church in 1856. Boasting twin bell towers and a Gothic interior, the Saint Francis Xavier Church also has some wonderful stained glass windows. . These colourful additions to the church depict scenes from the life of St Francis Xavier and also some of the history of the church.

St. Peter’s Church St. Peter’s Church’s facade and decorations is a combination of eastern and western architecture. One of its bells was cast in Goa in 1608. Now it qualiies as the oldest Catholic Church in Malaysia and still serves resident worshippers of the Catholic faith. There is also an alabaster statue depicting the Lord before the resurrection. Former Parish Priest The late Rev Fr. M.J. Pintado writes that St. Peter’s Church was built in 1710 and for a century it was the only Catholic church in Melaka.

166 Jalan Bendahara 75100 Melaka 06- 282 2950

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Historical UMNO Museum The establishing of UMNO Museum in Melaka is a rational step in the history of the Malays since everything signiicant within its scope originated from there. The Melaka Empire is acknowledged throughout the world as the catalyst and core of Malay civilization in Malaysia. It has been a model for the past and present Malay state and society in the aspect of establishing the system of the country, politics, economy, culture, literature and upholding Islam as the system of belief and lifestyle of the Malays.

Jalan Kota, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka 9am-5.30pm (Daily), 9am-12.45pm / 2.45pm-5.30pm (Fridays)

Melaka Tengah Melaka Stamp Museum To collectors, stamps are treasured for their artistic intricacies, inancial and historical values. Hobbyists normally invest a lot of money, efort and time to obtain rare stamps. Based on this fact, the Melaka State Government with the cooperation from Pos Malaysia Berhad decided to set up the Melaka Stamp Museum in 2007 at the old building of the previous Melaka Museum to exhibit the early and latest stamps of Malaysia and those from overseas.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 1303 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Malaysia Youth Museum Malaysia Youth Museum is located at Jalan Laksamana, Melaka. This building was formerly used as the priest’s quarters during the period of Dutch colonisation, Melaka High School and the Melaka General Post Oice. Currently it has been transformed into a museum documenting the youth activities in Malaysia and international Jalan Laksamana, platforms. The primary focus is exhibitions 75000 Melaka. about the youth associations in Malaysia 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 under the Malaysia Youth Council, Ministers 9.00 am – 5.30 pm of Youth and Sport, oicial uniforms of (Closed on Monday) the various societies, their logos, and www.perzim.gov.my diorama on the reading of pledge during a admin@perzim.gov.my celebration on National Youth Day.

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Melaka Islamic Museum The Melaka Islamic Museum is located at the old building of Melaka Islamic Religion Council (MAIM). This building is the heritage remains of Dutch with its interior renovated in adaptation to the concept of the golden era of Islam in Melaka and Archipelago. Amongst the interesting collections on display are the replica of an early Al-Quran, historical records of mosques in Melaka, a sword replica owned by the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the holy books, eminent religious igures and theologians from Melaka and Malaysia.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 1303 9.00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Democratic Museum The foundation stone for the building of Melaka State Legislatives Assembly was laid on 31st August 1961 by the Gabenor of Melaka, H.E. Tun Haji Abdul Malek bin Yusof S.M.N., D.M.K. The building was transformed into a museum achieving the history of administration in Malaysia including the practices of parliamentary democracy via elections. This museum also exhibits chronology about the early history of the Malaya towards the achievement of its independence as well as other notable successes achieved by the country through its governance system.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

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Governors Museum The history and development of the governor’s institution are now kept for posterity in this beautiful building which was known as Seri Melaka. Before transformed into a museum, this building served as the oicial residence of the Governors of Melaka up to the year 1996. The main focus of this museum is to achieve the roles and contributions by the irst Governor of Tun Leong Lew Koh till the present His Excellency, Tun Datuk Seri Utama Mohd Khalil bin Yaakob in leading the state. The rooms within this building have been retained for exhibiting various personal collections of each former governor.

The Folks Art Gallery The Folks Art Gallery, which is situated at the premise of Lot 74, Jalan Laksamana, Melaka, is realisation of the idea inspired by Tun Datuk Seri Utama Mohd Khalil bin Yaakob, the Governor of Melaka. The gallery is oiciated by YAB Datuk Seri Haji Mohd Ali bin Mohd Rustam, the Chief Minister of Melaka on 28 June 2008. It is divided into two ﬂoors, exhibiting paintings, artworks and traditional carvings from the diferent races in Melaka such as Malay, Chinese, Indian, Baba Nyonya, Portuguese, Chitty, and Orang Asli.

Jalan Laksamana, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

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Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Literature Museum This building designed in British architectural styles is transformed into the Museum of Literature and oiciated in 1984 by the then Chief Minister of Melaka, YAB Datuk Seri Mohd Zin bin Ab. Ghani. The history of literature and creation of its work beginning from the early era of writing, folklore, the distinguished writers from Melaka, the development of modern Malay literature, in addition to the various original collections of handwritten manuscripts, as well as the literary works of local writers, becomes the main focus of the museum.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my 6/14/2013 4:30:25 PM

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Submarine Museum FS Ouessant Agosta 70 Submarine is a training submarine for the crews of Royal Malaysian Navy – Prime Minister Class. This submarine is previously owned by the French Navy. It was brought home to the country by the Malaysia Ministry of Defence and handed over to the State Government of Melaka to be immortalised as a museum at the Maritime Museums Complex, Klebang, Melaka. Work to bring home the FS Ouessant Agosta 70 submarine from the base in Brest, France started in 9 October 2011 and arrived of the coast of Melaka in 12 November 2011. The main focus of FS Ouessant Agosta 70 Submarine Museum is the history and development of submarine, especially in our country.

Dataran 1 Malaysia, Pantai Klebang 75200 Melaka. 06- 282 6526/ 06- 283 0926 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily. Fri, Sat,Sun closed 6.00pm) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Education Museum The building of the Melaka Education Museum was constructed by the British in 1884. The main focus of this museum is about the historical development of the Melaka education system tracing back to the Malay Sultanate era, the British Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. colonial era, the Japanese occupancy, 06- 282 6526/ 06- 284 1934 post-independence period up to the 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) present day system. It includes the roles www.perzim.gov.my of the teaching institution and the Melaka admin@perzim.gov.my State Education Department in driving the state education system forward.

Melaka Al-Quran Museum Kompleks al-Azim, Bukit Palah, 75400 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 283 0926 9.00 am to 5.30 pm (Closed on Monday) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my The Melaka Al-Quran Museum is a glorious landmark dedicated to the spread of Islam in Melaka. It is located in the Phase II building of the Al-Azim Complex in Bukit Palah, Melaka. The museum displays the historical past of Islamisation beginning from the divine revelation through the growth of Islam in the era of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companions which has spread throughout the Middle East, India, China and the rest of the Malay world. It is the ultimate destination to any visitors who would like to learn more about the Al-Quran and its historical development in Malaysia.

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Macau Gallery “Macau Gallery” is located only ten minutes from the central Melaka. The original house was a Pre-War English bunglow in typical Siam style. It was later used as a governmental department of the authority of Melaka and now it’s part of the historical heritage in Melaka. “Macau Gallery” is divided into diferent zones namely Macau World Heritage, Maritime Routes, Macau Events, Origins and Cultures where Macau’s history, culture, economy and intangible cultural heritage are displayed through multimedia, images, models, ceramic and handicrafts. The gallery also features an information counter, library, esplanade and multifunction room. In addition to the exhibits, the gallery ofers various interactive activities to heighten the learning experience for visiting schools or organisation.

No.6, Bukit Peringgit, 75400 Melaka Malaysia 06 -2869939 06 -2829939 10am - 5pm (Daily) (Monday Closed) RM

Admission Free

info@macaugallery.com.my

Casa Cuba The Cuban Embassy is giving Malaysians a taste of the unique blend of its culture through Casa Cuba, an exhibition gallery in Bukit Peringgit. Cuba is a well-known country in producing cigars and its unique culture because of African, Spanish and North American inﬂuences. The gallery was built in June 2007, is located inside a former senior government oicer’s residence during the British rule. This gallery will bring more foreign and local visitors to the gallery and awake their interest in the republic. Casa Cuba exhibits many paintings, including portraits of Fidel Castro, the President of Cuba.

Bukit Peringgit , Melaka. 9am - 5pm (Mon-Fri)

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British Graveyard The second Naning War in 1929, a battle between the British and Dol Said, was won by the British. Their victory, however, was at the cost of the lives of many British oicers, including that of George Holford Walker together with his horse and dog. Today the British Graveyard has been gazetted as a national monument by the Antiquities Act of 1976.

Kuala Linggi, Alor Gajah, Melaka 06 -283 6538

Dol Said Mausoleum Dol Said Mausoleum is one of the must visit places with much historical value. Datuk Dol Said was the ninth ruler of Dearah Naning who deiantly opposed the imposition of tax by the British. His valiant resistance against British intervention in Naning brought about the infamous Naning War, which occured in 1831â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1832. The Naning war had made Datuk Dol Said a hero and earned him a permanent place in the history of Melaka.

Dol Said Masoluem 78000 Alor Gajah 06 -2836538

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Dataran Keris The Keris was the main weapon used by the Malay community during the colonisation of the British, Portuguese and the Dutch. For the people of Alor Gajah, the Keris represent the pride of the Malays, especially during the Naning War. As such, the replica of the Keris has been installed as the main identity for the Alor Gajah district. The giant replica is located at Dataran Keris while the smaller replica is found at several gateways to the district at Simpang Empat, Simpang Ayer Keroh - Durian Tunggal and Simpang Lubuk Cina.

Dataran Keris, Bandar Alor Gajah

Welcome to Melaka Museums Corporation Melaka World Heritage City

PROGRAM BERMALAM DI MUZIUM MELAKA SLEEPOVER @ MELAKA MUSEUMS 1

PAKEJ MUZIUM KAPAL SELAM MELAKA Per Person Pakej A Pakej B Pakej C Pakej D

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RM 180 RM 230 RM 280 RM 330

Hotel Room

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Dinner & Bfast Dinner, Supper & Bfast Dinner, Supper & Bfast Dinner, Supper & Bfast

N.A T-shirt & cap Polo t-shirt, cap & group photo Polo t-shirt, cap, amenities group photo

2 PAKEJ MUZIUM SAMUDERA MELAKA Pakej A: RM 95 Tiada bilik dan makan di Hotel Naza Talyya. Hanya bermalam di Muzium Samudera No room and food at the hotel. Only Sleepover at Samudera Museum Pakej B: RM 145 Disediakan bilik dan makan di Hotel Naza Talyya Include room and food at Naza Talyya Hotel

4 PAKEJ MUZIUM ISTANA KESULTANAN MELAKA

3PAKEJ MUZIUM PULAU BESAR MELAKA Pakej A: RM 150 Makan dan kemudahan bilik mandi Food and bathroom amenities

Pakej A: RM 100 Tiada bilik dan makan di Hotel Naza Talyya. Hanya bermalam di Muzium No room and food at the hotel. Only Sleepover at Istana Kesultanan Melaka Museum Pakej B: RM 130 Disediakan bilik dan makan di Hotel Naza Talyya Include room and food at Naza Talyya Hotel

Sebarang pertanyaan sila hubungi : PERBADANAN MUZIUM MELAKA Kompleks Warisan Melaka, Jalan Kota , 75000 Melaka. Talian Utama : 06-333 333 Pejabat Am : 06-2826526/ 06-28811289/ 06-2818784 Faks: 06 2826745 Website : www.perzim.gov.my Email: admin@perzim.gov.my

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Jasin

Agricultural Museum The setting up of the Agricultural Museum in Jasin parallels the importance of the Jasin District as the main tin producer and the earliest producer of cultivated farming in Melaka’s history. The museum is intended to disseminate information on the history of the economic activities of the local villages speciically in the farming sector focusing on main commodity activities such as producing rubber, palm oil, coconuts, manufacturing of ‘gula Melaka’ and ishery. Dioramas show the traditional ‘membanting padi’, where the paddy stalks are separated from the paddy, the process of extracting ‘gula Melaka’, the atmosphere of a palm oil estate, explanation on rubber tapping and the display of the various traditional farming tools.

Jalan Chinchin 77000 Jasin, Melaka 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 1303 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Pulau Besar

Historical Sites in Pulau Besar: About Pulau Besar: Pulau Besar is an island located approximately 15 km from Melaka and could be reached by speedboat or ferry. As the name suggest it is a large island (168 hectares) and is said to be shaped like a pregnant women lying on her back. Pulau Besar is best known for its ancient Islamic graves, tombs and mausoleums. Which are scattered around the island. The island has a number of other attractions like: old wells, interestingly shaped rocks, a village of elves and an elves place and a cave. The beaches on the island are very clean, attractive and the sea is calm, inviting and suitable for swimming. Since the island is also a Muslim pilgrimage site this is not a place for lying on the beach in a bikini, but swimming wearing a t-shirt and shorts (i.e. Malaysian style) is acceptable.

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1. MUSEUM PULAU BESAR 2. BATU BELAYAR 3. BATU LESUNG 4. BATU BELAH 5. MAKAM TOK JANGGUT 6. MAKAM SULTAN SYED ARIFEEN 7. MAKAM SYARIFAH RODZIAH 8. MAKAM NENEK KEBAYAN 9. MAKAM 7 BERADIK 10. MAKAM SERIBU 11. MAKAM TOK PUTIH 12. TAPAK KAKI SULTAN ARIFEEN 13. KERAMAT ULAR 14. GUA YUNUS 15. PERKAMPUNGAN BUNIAN 16. TASIK BUNIAN 17. TASIK BIAWAK 18. BATU TENGKORAK 19. POKOK DISULA 20. KUBUR NISAN SATU 21. KERAMAT MASIN TAWAR 22. PERIGI NENEK KEBAYAN 23. PERIGI BUNIAN

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People’s, Enduring Beauty and Kite’s Museum This three-storey building was built in the 1960s which houses the Melaka Central District Municipal Council (MPMT) and was in use until the 1990s. It is believed to be built on the ruins of the Dutch buildings. The ground floor of the People’s Museum is divided into three part, which focuses on the development carried out for the people’s beneits and the success attained by Melaka state. In addition, it also houses Melaka Sport Gallery, Community and UNESCO section to provide relevant information to the public. The irst floor displays the exhibits of the Kite Museum which was inaugurated in September 1995 by YAB Datuk Seri Mohd Zin bin Abdul Ghani, the former Chief Minister of Melaka. The second floor displays the Beauty exhibition which was opened to the public in 1996 in conjunction with the Exhibition of Beauty Through Tortures, which was organized by Melaka Museum’s Corporation (PERZIM) in collaboration with the Department of Museums and Antiquities Malaysia.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06 282 6526 / 06- 282 1303 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Kampong Kling Mosque Located along Jalan Tukang Mas or Jalan Harmoni, the mosque was built by Che Mat Bin Kecut in 1748 on a part of land that belonged to Dato Shamsuddin bin Dato Aroon. Rumours say that it was constructed because the land where Kampung Hulu Mosque was standing had to be auctioned of by Hajah Aminah Shamsuddin who inherited it, though the process was stopped on time. Since these two mosques are close to each other, Friday prayers for Muslims have to be performed in turns. Being on the same road of Cheng Hoon Teng Temple for the Chinese and Sri Poyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple for the Indians, Kampung Kling Mosque provides harmony for these races until now. Jalan Tukang Mas, Melaka. 06 - 2837416

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Cultural Orang Asli Museum The Orang Asli Museum, a replica of the Orang Asliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house generally found in Malaysia, is located besides the Crocodile Farm in Ayer Keroh, Melaka. It was opened on 3rd February 1997 and specializes in the exhibition of working tools used by the aborigines in Malaysia, namely the Senoi, Jahut, and the Mah Meri. One of the main attractions of this museum is the exhibition on the wedding customs and the funeral ceremonies of these indigenous tribes. Also, visitors will be able to view their unique handcrafts such as wood carvings and plaited mats.

Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 1303 9.00am to 5.30pm (Closed on Mon)

Melaka Tengah The Chitty Museum The location of the Chitty Museum within the Chitty Settlement in Gajah Berang, Melaka is very strategic in attracting more tourists into Melaka state. This museum exhibits the culture and customs in the daily life of the Chitty community. Information about the history and chronology of this community can also be found here. Tools and accessories used by this community during special occasions such as in religious activities, wedding ceremonies, cooking and costumes are the main attractions in this museum dedicated to this small but resilient minority community in the state.

Jalan Gajah Berang, Melaka 06- 282 6526 / 06- 283 0926 9.00 am-5.00 pm (Closed on Mon)

Melaka Straits Mosque This mosque is built on the man-made island of Pulau Melaka near Melaka Town in Melaka state, Malaysia. It looks like a ďŹ&#x201A;oating structure if the water level is high. Construction cost of the mosque is about MYR10 million. Selat Mosque is among the modern icon of Melaka now. It somehow had become among the subject that most visiting photographers would like to capture especially during sunset.

GPS

Pulau Melaka, Bandar Hilir, Melaka. N2 10.770 E102 14.934

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Villa Sentosa Sentosa Villa is also known as the Malay Living Museum as it exhibits the typical lifestyle of a rich Malaysian family in the early 20th century and showcases a traditional Malay house setup. Though Melaka town has developed rapidly in the last decade, it is carefully preserved in its traditional style as Rumahku Muziumku. Kampung Morten was named after F.J Morten, the land commissioner of Melaka during the British colonial era in 1920. There are more than 100 traditional Malay houses in Kampung Morten. It’s an opportunity to wander through a genuine kampung house and witness the tradition and culture of Malaysia.

GPS

Villa Sentosa 138 Jalan Kampung Morten, 75300 Melaka 06 -2823988 Daily - 9am-5pm (Closed from 1pm-2pm) Friday - 2.45 pm-5 pm N2.202487, E102.251511

Al-Azim Mosque Al-Azim Mosque is the state mosque of Melaka and it is located next to the Melaka General Hospital in Melaka town. The state mosque follows typical Melakian mosque architecture which resembles a Chinese pagoda from the exterior. The mosque was constructed between 1989 and 1990. It was oicially opened on 13 July 1990. The interior of the mosque also shows Chinese inﬂuence and appears like the interior of a pagoda. It also has inﬂuences from local Melakian Malay architecture. Should there be an urge to enter the mosque; decent attire is advisable to respect the Malay culture entering a sacred place.

Jalan Bukit Palah, 75400 Melaka. 06 -284 1142

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Kampung Hulu Mosque This building was built by Dato Shamsuddin not very far from Tengkera Mosque, believed to be built in 1728, while some say it was actually built in 1720. The style of this mosque follows the same pattern of other mosques of its age, by keeping the original wooden structure even though it has been renovated several times. This mosque is claimed to make anyone feel at peace while performing their prayers in it, thus it is considered unique compared to the newer mosques. Some parts of this building have Chinese writings on them because Dato Shamsuddinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father, Dato Aroon or Haron was a man from China who embraced Islam.

Jalan Kampung Hulu, 75200 Melaka.

Portuguese Settlement

Tengkera Mosque

This area was formed in 1931 with assistance from the British. After the Dutch defeated the Portuguese with help from Malays of Johor, the remaining Portuguese people that survived were allowed to stay in Melaka. They managed to live without relying on anybody for almost 300 years until in 1931, the British colonial government gazetted an area by the sea at the end of JalanMerdeka as an exclusive place for the Portuguese that lived in Melaka. The area is in Ujung Pasir, and almost 2000 Portuguese descendants are living there today. They have Portuguese lifestyle, especially in art, food, clothes, speech, and culture. It can be hard to diferentiate them from local Malays just from the looks, but they always keep their Portuguese last names such as Gomez, Rodriguez, DeSilva, and Lazarus.

This mosque is located along JalanTengkera (Tranquerah) and was constructed in 1728. Its roof was made to be identical to Melaka traditional architectural style, with a 50-feet pagoda-shaped tower built right on its side. The compound is illed with hundreds of old graves including the one of the late Sultan Hussein Shah Johor of Singapore that passed on in 1835. It was once recognized as State Mosque until Al-Azim Mosque took over in 1993. However, it is still the irst mosque gazetted as heritage building.

GPS

Perkampungan Portugis, 75050 Melaka. N 2.184063, E 102.267308

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Admiral Cheng Ho Gallery

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple It is reported as the oldest Chinese temple ever built in Melaka, and some believed it can also be the oldest in the Peninsular. This temple existed since 1654, built by Chan LakKoa, and upgraded by Kapitan Cina Tan Kup in the 1850’s. In front of this temple is a stage where Chinese community of Melaka will gather for religious purposes and to recollect stories of the past. Literally translated as “Temple of Green Cloud”, this building serves as a religious constitution that combines Buddhism, Confucius, and Taoism philosophical traditions into one.

The gallery was inspired by the eminent Chinese voyager, Admiral Cheng Ho who was born in 1371 at the Hodai Village in Yunnan Province. This gallery exhibits the history of his voyages and achievements in forging diplomatic relations and commercial ties between China and the Asian and African countries. Collections exhibited include porcelains, ship models, books and articles about this great voyager.

Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka. 06 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Inc. 25 Jalan Tukang Mas, 75200 Melaka. 06 -282 9343

Sam Po Kong Temple Built in 1754 at the foothill of Bukit Cina, this temple provides shelter for those who come to pay a visit to their rested family members and relatives at the Chinese cemetery on the same hill. Legend says that when Admiral Cheng Ho was on his way to Melaka, his ship had a crack from the storms and the leakage caused the ship to start sinking. The people who sailed on the ship had given all their hopes up and just called God for help. All of a sudden, a ish known as Sam Po jumped onto the ship and covered the crack with its body, preventing the ship from leaking much further. This is how the temple got its name.

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Sri Poyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple Not long after the Dutch announced their permission for the people of Melaka to have their places of worship, the Indians began building the irst Hindu temple in 1781. Located along Jalan Tukang Mas, this temple is unlike any other temples in Malaysia. Other than having simple architecture, it also has very few decorative statues of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. One thing that makes this temple very special is the fact that it was built with the same tiles of the ﬂoor of Kampung Kling Mosque, which is just a few steps away. The temple name is formed from the words “Sri” as an introduction, “Poyatha” as a respectful title, and “Vinayagar Moorthi” as the name of a Hindu God.

GPS

Jalan Tukang Mas, Melaka N 2.196631, E 102.247683

Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum The Peranakan community began from as early as the 16th century when migrants came to the shores of Malaya and intermarried with the locals. The men were known as Babas and the women Nyonyas. The Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum was once home to a Peranakan-Chinese Baba planter named Chan Cheng Siew who lived in Melaka in the 1900’s. A family-run private museum, the house is now open as a living museum and rumah abu (ancestral home). Teeming with personal treasures of a bygone era, each room unlocks the cultural times and living style of the Peranakan-Chinese community. Today, it is a home to celebrate our unique cultural diversity of Malaysia.

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48 & 50 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka 06-283 1273 10am-1pm, 2pm -4:30pm (Mon-Thu) 9:45am-1pm, 2pm -4:30pm (Fri-Sun) Adults: RM12 Child(5-12 years old): RM5 N 2.195529, E 102.246604

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Alor Gajah

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Traditional Custom Museum The Traditional Custom Museum has become a resource centre for information related to the customary practices of the local Malay wedding ceremony as well as wedding practices through the archipelago. Various diorama have been set up on important wedding ceremonial events such as akad nikah, bersanding, wedding dais, display of a bridal room and traditional costumes. These have become the main attractions of this museum.

Jalan Datuk Naning, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka. 06 -2826526 Tuesday – Sunday (9am-5.30pm) Closed on Monday.

Jasin Demang Abdul Ghani Gallery This traditional house is believed to be built by Penghulu Abdul Majid, a tycoon whose descendants came from Palembang in 1831. Penghulu which means Village Headman is a ‘small king’ highly respected by the society at that time. This house is built without using nails, and has six main rooms, which are porch, verandah, the main room, bedroom, platform, kitchen and also two attics that are specially reserved for the use of women. This house is the administrative centre of the village and is often used as a meeting place to discuss community afairs. Three generations of the village headman had inhabited this house; they arePenghulu Abdul Majid (1831-1834), Demang Abdul Ghani Bin Abdul Majid (1834-1934), and Penghulu Mat Natar bin Abdul Ghani (1934-1978).

Kg. Merlimau Pantai, 77300 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 284 1934 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Closed on Mon)

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Mini Malaysia & Asean Cultural Park The Mini Malaysia Park, which can be considered as a theme park of sorts, is perhaps the best place to witness and learn about the unique cultures of people from the various states in Malaysia.The main feature of the park is the replica of traditional houses which are individually constructed and represents the architectural style and splendour of the 13 states in Malaysia. Inside each of these houses, visitors will ind various handicrafts which originate from each of the state.

Lebuh Ayer keroh, 75450 Melaka 06 -2349988 / 89 www.minimalaysiaasean.com

Golf Gallery The establishment of the Melaka Golf Gallery was inspired by the Governor of Melaka, His Excellency Tun Datuk Seri Utama Mohd Khalil Bin Yaakob, who has a deep passion for the game. With his full support, his aspiration was fulilled by the Melaka State Government through the Melaka Museums Corporation (PERZIM) in 2011. People in general are not very familiar with golf. In Malaysia today, golf are still considered rarely played and conined to the elites. This gallery is the irst of its kind in Malaysia and is likely to become a centre of reference, information, and exhibitions relating to golf, especially in Melaka. The establishment of the Melaka Golf Gallery is in line with the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aspiration to develop golf as sport in Malaysia while providing the opportunity for the public to learn more about the game. Besides, efort is being done to further assist the Federal Government and Melaka State Government to make Melaka as the choice of destination for golf in this region.

Jalan Bandar Kaba, 75000 Melaka. 06- 282 6526 / 06- 282 7464 9.00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30 pm (Daily) www.perzim.gov.my admin@perzim.gov.my

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Melaka River Cruise The Melaka River Cruise is a great way to see the sight of Melaka. You can choose to take the normal cruise, just enjoying the scenic view of Melaka River. Melaka River Cruise also ofers Hop On Hop Of package where passengers can hop on and of the ride to stop by any interesting places for shopping or simply to try out the local delicacies throughout the day. Visitors can also make reservation for parties or have their wedding while viewing the beautiful scene of Melaka River through Wedding On Boat package.

Jalan Laksamana, 75000 Melaka. 06-2814322/23 06-2814325 www.ppspm.gov.my Normal Boat Adult: RM15 Child: RM7

Melaka River Pirate Park

Melaka River Pirate Park is located on the banks of Melaka River just Hop On Hop Of Package opposite the old Cathay Cinema Adult: RM30 near Jalan Hang Tuah bridge. This Child: RM15 pirate park consists of a Ferris Wheel named Eye on Melaka, Pirate Ship, VIP Boat Trampoline Bungee, Mad Cow, Adult : RM30.00 Rock Climbing, Haunted Castle, and Child : RM 15.00 Flying Fox. The Ferris Wheel stands *Special rates for MyKad holders. at 25 meter high and is a permanent structure compared to the bigger Eye on Malaysia (60 meter). Each pod can accommodate 5 adults at one time. It is recommended to go at night time as the neon lights and colourful lightings will give you a spectacular view of the Melaka town.

Jalan Tun Ali, 75300 Melaka. 013-2341004 (Mr Fariz) 019-3999989 (Mr Hasrul) 4pm- 12am Ticket prices depending on attractions. www.ppspm.gov.my

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Melaka Water Taxi This is a two-hour ride that will let you view the beautiful islands along the straits of Melaka; Upeh Island, Undan Island, Nangka Island, Hanyut Island and Besar Island; following this order. It costs Rm600 per trip with maximum of 12 passengers at ixed times of 10am, 1pm and 5pm. It is indeed an experience that you must not miss because Melaka is special for its wonderful coasts and sea breeze.

06-2814322/23 06-2814325 RM

10am, 1pm, 5pm RM600 Per Trip (mak 12 passengers)

www.ppspm.gov.my

Melaka Duck Tours

06 -2925595 www.melakaducktours.com.my

Melaka Panorama Bus

There is no other better way to explore Melaka than the Duck Tour. This is dubbed as Malaysia’s irst land-and-sea-escapade. Visitors are able to enjoy a 40 to 50 minutes amphibious adventure around Melaka. The on land tour route would cover several interesting sites such as A’ Famosa Fort, Melaka Sultanate Palace, etc. The craft will then enter the sea at Pulau Melaka and cruise towards famous Sungai Melaka. This duck tour will give a unique view of the city’s history and charms without taking two separate rides.

Panorama Melaka Sdn Bhd (formerly known as PM Cultural & Tourism Sdn Bhd) is a privately held company and owned by the State Government of Melaka. The company provides comfortable public bus services in and around Melaka for all tourists and local passengers who want to tour the city. Most of the buses will depart from Melaka Sentral bus terminal. The most popular bus route for tourist is route No 17 to Bandar Hilir the centre of shopping activities and historical sites that not to be missed during your visit to Melaka. Panorama Melaka buses operates from 6.00am-9.00pm.

Lot 19B & 19C Zone B, BangunanTerminal, Melaka Sentral, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Peringgit, 75300 Melaka. 06-282 6466 06-282 4745 admin@panoramamelaka.com.my

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Melaka Sultanate Water Wheel The construction of the replica Water Wheel of the Melaka Sultanate represents the greatness of Melaka and its technological feat for tourist to view up close. This wheel faces the Melaka River where the International ports were located that connects the eastern and western countries ages ago. The Water Wheel, usually located in fast moving waters, was used to channel water for the large number of traders.

Jalan Merdeka, 75000 Melaka. 06-2814322 / 23

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Melaka Tengah

Malacca Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary If you are a butterfly lover, or love to get in touch with nature, Malacca Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary is a must visit destination. Beautifully landscaped and occupying jungle site of more than 11 acre in Melaka, this is now home to a huge variety of animals, from insects to reptiles, and birds to mammals. With more than thousands of butterflies and moths flying around, the Butterfly Aviary makes one feels like living in a mystical world.

Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -232 0033 8.30am - 5.30pm www.butterﬂyreptile.com

Dataran 1 Malaysia Melaka Due to the beauty, 1Malaysia Square Coast will take many visitors advantage of a break and play a kite. Factors like the open area on the beach and the wind that always blows can give comfort to kite enthusiasts to show their skills and expertise of ﬂying a kite respectively. If you want to make a change, take some time to get the experience of ﬂying a kite on the beach.

Jalan Klebang Besar Tanjung Kling, Melaka 76400.

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Botanical Garden The Botanical Garden or formerly called the Hutan Rekreasi Ayer Keroh is surrounded by a woodland containing over 300 species of one-of-a-kind fauna and ﬂora. A botanical garden is a place where plants, especially ferns, conifers and ﬂowering plants, are grown and shown for the purposes of education and learning, research, and preservation. Botanical gardens that specialize in trees are often referred to as arboretums.

Lebuh Ayer Keroh,Melaka, Malaysia 06 - 232 7880 www.kmb.com.my

If you feel not in the mood for jogging or your kid doesn’t want to walk far enough, your trip at Melaka Botanical Garden can be done with a buggy car. For some more action, you can enjoy the Canopy walk. With this walk you can see something more from the Botanical gardens on a higher level.

Melaka Zoo & Night Safari Melaka Zoo & Night Safari is situated in Ayer Keroh, a well-known tourism destination in Melaka. It is the second largest zoo in Malaysia with the built up size at 21.2 acres. The major attractions are the Malayan Tigers, Serow and Malayan Gaur.

Hang Tuah Jaya, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka 1300-22-3000 / 06-2324054 Day Zoo: 9 am - 6 pm (Daily) Night Zoo: 8.00 pm - 10.30 pm (Fri, Sat, School Holiday & Eve of Public Holiday) www.melakazoo.com

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Recreation

Melaka Tengah

Melaka Tourism Monorail The monorail is a great way to see a little bit more of the city that you may not have already visited, and can also boast a unique perspective that you may not get from simply travelling in a taxi or on a bus. The route of Monorail Melaka stretches from the Hang Jebat station, which is at Taman Rempah, and follows the course of the river until it reaches the Hang Tuah station near Jalan Bunga Raya. The ride itself takes about twenty minutes, and gives people a good look at the river and the areas of the city near the water.

GPS

Jalan Mutahir, 75300 Melaka 06- 2814322 / 23 06- 2814325 4.00 pm - 11.30 pm Adult : RM10, Child: RM5 N 2.207864, E 102.251778

Wildlife Theatre Melaka For the irst time ever in Melaka, Wildlife Theatre presents adorable sea lions, colourful soaring birds, fascinating reptiles and a mysterious tribe from the tropical rainforests of Borneo. You can meet the intelligent South American sea lions as they dazzle and charm you with their exuberant liveliness and enthusiasm. The cultural splendour of the native Borneo tribe will tantalize your appetite with their pulsating jungle rhythms and journey into their life, the grandiose rainforest of East Malaysia. Be fascinated with the perplexing wildlife friends which will surprise you when you least expect them to!

Lot 101, Kawasan Bandar XLII, Daerah Melaka Tengah, Pulau Melaka, Melaka. 016 - 661 2268 / 2998 Adult â&#x20AC;&#x201C; RM20 Child & Senior Citizen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; RM15 Show time: Sat, Sun, School & Public Holiday : 3pm & 7.30pm info@wildlifetheatre.com.my www.wildlifetheatre.com.my

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Recreation

Melaka Tengah

Melaka Wonderland Melaka Wonderland Theme Park & Resort located in Ayer Keroh Melaka. This unique water theme park surrounded by 360 hectares of natural forests features attractions from high speed water slides, Dinosaur Park, Paintball, Personal Transporter, Arcade, and Fun Fair to excite you! It would be a great place to chill on a hot and sticky day in Melaka.

Lot PT 17178, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, Hang Tuah Jaya, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka, Malaysia. 06 -231 3333 / 06 -231 1119 enquiries@melakawonderland.com.my www.melakawonderland.com.my

Melaka Bird Park Melaka Bird Park is the irst open aviary bird park in Melaka. Be welcomed by the chirping lovebirds as you walk through the open aviary. Aside from the free ďŹ&#x201A;ying birds, giant aviary and canopy walk, Melaka Bird Park ofers beautiful and natural surroundings of the Ayer Keroh rainforest, a perfect place to relax and unwind.

Taman Botanikal, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, Hang Tuah Jaya, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 06 -233 0333 9am - 6pm (Daily)

New Attractions: Bir Feeding Bird Waterfall Aviary Cockatoo Kopitiam C

Melaka Planetarium Melaka Planetarium Adventure Science Centre, Kompleks MITC, Hang Tuah Jaya, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 06 -232 2424 9.15 am - 6 pm www.melakaplanetarium.com

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Movies : Cosmic Collisions (20 min) Two Small Pieces of Glass (30 min) Universe (25 min)

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Melaka Tengah

Recreation

Coral Wonderland Melaka Coral Wonderland Melaka is irst Coral Park in Malaysia. It is located at 4th ﬂoor of Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, right in the heart of the historical city of Melaka, UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia. It is the most touchable aquarium in Malaysia with the longest touch pool in Asia where you can feel the skin of star ish, sea cucumber, sea urchin, bamboo shark and even the Stingless Jellyish, before continuing to the enchantment of animals from various depths and ocean regions around the world. A few hours spent at the Coral Wonderland will be as educational as it is fun and memorable.

4th Floor, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, Jalan Merdeka, 75000 Melaka. 06-2829966 06-2819966 10:30 am – 9:00 pm (Monday to Friday) 10:30 am – 9:30 pm (Weekend, Public & School Holidays) www.coralwonderland.com.my

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Recreation

Alor Gajah

Hutan Rekreasi Tanjung Tuan Tanjung Tuan or Cape Rachado (as named by the Portuguese, means Broken Cape) is an exclave of the state of Melaka, Malaysia. It is a cape with a lighthouse facing the Strait of Melaka. In 1921, the area was gazetted as a permanent forest reserve with 809,700 square metres under the name of Hutan Rekreasi Tanjung Tuan. However, in 1969 an area of 161,900 square metres was degazetted from the permanent forest reserve status for the purpose of public use. The remaining of the 607,000 square metres of the Cape Rachado forest reserves was gazetted as a wildlife sanctuary under the jurisdiction of PERHILITAN (forestry and wildlife protection department) under the Birds and Wild Life Protection Ordinance, 1955 (Ordinan Perlindungan Binatang-Binatang Liar dan BurungBurung, 1955).

Tanjung Tuan, Melaka 06 -2327880 7am-6pm GPS

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Turtle Management Centre

Pusat Konservasi dan Penerangan Penyu, Pantai Padang Kemunting, 78300 Masjid Tanah, Melaka 06 -3846754 10.00 am - 4.00 pm (Tues - Sun)

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Padang Kemunting Turtle Management Centre was established in 1990 and is managed by the Department of Fisheries Melaka. Padang Kemunting Turtle Management Centre was set up as an efort towards turtle conservation and to monitor the landing of turtles in the Melaka beach. Padang Kemunting Turtle Management Centre houses an exhibition gallery and an audiovisual room. Padang Kemunting Turtle Management Centre now serves as a hatchery and also an information centre to raise awareness among the general public. As their numbers have been declining, Padang Kemunting Turtle Management Centre together with World Wildlife Federation undertakes great efort to save these turtles from extinction.

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Recreation

Alor Gajah

Tanjung Bidara Beach About 20km north-west of Melaka on the way to Port Dickson, there’s Tanjung Bidara which possesses pleasant sandy beaches. It is a magniicent sweep of the state’s coastline, and its beach is very popular among locals as well as foreigners. The main beach is at the Tanjung Bidara Beach Resort, where there are also food stalls.

Tanjung Bidara 78300 Kampung Alor Gajah

Pengkalan Balak Beach A heaven of sun, sea and sand, Pengkalan Balak Beach is a paradise to beach lovers. The cool, clean and inviting waters make swimming a favorite of visitors. This is an ideal place for those seeking a quiet and pristine place to relax. It has a ishing village and is known for Ikan Bakar(grilled ish). Near the beach is a turtle hatchery. This place ofers a closer look into the hawksbill turtles' breeding habit.

Pengkalan Balak, Tanjung Bidara Melaka

Sungai Udang Recreational Forest Sungai Udang Recreational Forest covering 335 hectares is part of Forest Reserve initiatives. Belong to lowland careen forest types; it is rich in variety of ﬂora and fauna as well as suitable for outdoor recreational activities such as bird watching, camping and across trails. Lovely forest atmosphere is also ideal for leisurely activities and family picnics. The recreational area is more focused on the core activities. The vicinity of the entrance of the administrative center are well equipped with food stalls and parking areas and recreational facilities such as ishing areas, children’s area and a lounge as well as the herb trail for visitors. Zone 2 is a camping zone. It is suitable for group activities such as school, institutions, and so forth.These activities focus area allows visitors to stay overnight.

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Recreation

Jasin

Laman Tiga Budaya Laman Tiga Budaya located in Jasin inland area called Asahan, which is about 27 km from Jasin town and 40 km from Melaka town. Given the name of Laman Tiga Budaya, it also means ‘3 cultures’ as it is located in the middle of 3 states of Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Johor. Asahan also inhabited the forest reserve and also houses Asahan waterfall. Laman Tiga Budaya built by local authorities consists of a theme park, jungle trekking, mountain climbing and hiking near the waterfall. During weekends it would be a local community’s park facilitate both local and travellers. RM

06 -5296133 10am-6pm (Closed on Wed), 9am-7pm (Weekend) Adult RM10 , Child RM5

Jasin Hot Spring Hot spring is one of Melaka’s tourist attractions. For over 125 years, this hot springs has been visited by thousands of people each year for recreational and healing purposes. The compound is about 3 acres with several swimming pools illed with 30 to 40 degree water from the hotsprings which are catered for adults and children. You and your family will enjoy the hot spring bath in Melaka.

GPS

Kolam Air Panas Bemban, Jasin Melaka. 06 -5210369 9am - 12am (Tues-Sun, Public& School Holiday) 3pm - 12am (Monday) Adult RM5.00 , Children RM 2.00 Weekends & Public Holiday Adult RM6.00 ,Child RM 3.00 N2.290575, E102.375176

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Recreation

Jasin Asahan Waterfall

It’s no surprise then that the waterfalls that make our “best” list have one thing in common – they are harder to get to! Asahan Waterfalls is an ideal recreation area for family. The lower waterfall with its big swimming hole is great for a refreshing splash. Recreational areas are well-equipped with infrastructure facilities including accommodation. Among the main attractions of this recreation center are the vibrant and fresh rivers and waterfalls. Visitors can perform various activities such as camping, jungle trekking, bathing, ‘bird watching’, seminars and motivational camps. In addition to activities, the visitors have the opportunity to see various types and species of ﬂora and fauna including wild orchids and natural forests certainly beautiful and interesting.

Old Melaka Heritage Tour The Old Melaka Heritage Tour has been specially brought for you by Melaka Museum Corporation. This tour will bring you to discover 11 historical sites within 2 ½ hours by walking along the cultural and historical buildings that make Melaka great. You can start the tour from TIC (Tourist Information Centre) at Jalan Kota from 9.30am and 12.00 pm on every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. For registration you can call 06-2814226 (Melaka Museums Corporation) or 06-2836230 (Tourist Information Centre Jalan Kota).

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Sport

Melaka Tengah

Melaka International Bowling Centre (MIBC)

Melaka International Motorsport Circuit (MIMC)

Located near the MITC roundabout is Melaka International Bowling Centre. This is a 2 storey complex with a built up area of more than 10,000 square metres. The Melaka International Bowling Center oicially opened in August 2009 and oiciated by the Chief Minister of Melaka, Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam. Melaka International Bowling Centre is the largest bowling centre in Malaysia. It is equipped with 52 bowling lanes. MIBC has been a venue for various international bowling competitions such as 45th QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup, International Bowling Competition 2009 and SUKMA XIII 2010.

Located just after the Ayer Keroh Toll exit, is Melaka International Motorsport Circuit. This is Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s irst international drift circuit. This is also Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second international standard-status drift circuit after the Sepang International Circuit in Sepang. It is the largest International Circuit for Go-Kart in South East Asia, having the longest track measuring 1.6 km in length. There is a two-tier grandstand that is able to accommodate up to 800 visitors at one time. Melaka International Motorsport Circuit is completed with facilities such as parking bays, oice, ticketing booth, operation rooms, and pit-stops for each racing team.

GPS

MITC Bowlplex Sdn Bhd, Jalan Konvensyen Hang Tuah Jaya,75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 06 -2346780/ 6781 10am-1am (Daily) Adult - RM6.00 per game Child - RM5.00 per game www.mibcbowling.com N 2.272576, E 102.287328

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Lot 6450, Simpang Padang Keladi, Of Lebuh Raya Ayer Keroh, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 06 -5533514 9am-7pm (Tue-Sun) N 2.293052, E 102.305664

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Convention

Melaka Tengah

Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) The Melaka International Trade Centre is a convention centre situated in Ayer Keroh, a small town in the state of Melaka. It is oicially launched on June 2003 by Mohammad Ali bin Rustam, the Chief Minister of Melaka. With a ﬂoor size of 13,000 square metres on one storey, M.I.T.C. is one of the most convenient Trade Centre that meets today's international exhibition and modern architecture.

GPS

Melaka International Trade Centre Level 2, Convention Centre, Jalan Konvensyen, Hang Tuah Jaya, MITC Complex, 75450, Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 06 -233 3330 06 -233 3350 generalinfo@mitc.org.my www.mitc.org.my

Agro Tourism

Melaka Tengah

Garden of a Thousand Flowers (Taman Seribu Bunga) A 5.3 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens completed with walking tracks, fountains and romantic pergolas, Garden of Thousand Flowers is a perfect spot for quiet stroll, suitable for family recreation activities and for those who are interested in landscape and nursery. Facilities available in this recreation park include surau, toilet, cafe, various benches and rest area. As the name indicates itself, this park shall delight you with loads of beautiful and unique ﬂower species. Thousands of fresh breed ﬂowers can be found here and do take your time to scroll along this park.

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GPS

Jalan Seri Negeri, 77200 Melaka N 2.266983, E 102.29769

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Tourist Attraction

Chitty’s Village

Eye On Melaka

Kg Morten Homestay

Villa Sentosa

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple

Kg Kling Mosque

Jonker Bird House

The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum

Kg Hulu Mosque

Melaka Straits Mosque

PortugueseSettlement

SriPoyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple

Melaka River Cruise (Spice Garden Jetty)

St Francis Xavier’s Church

St Peter’s Church

Poh San Teng Temple

Hang Li Poh’s Well (The King’s Well)

Melaka River Cruise (River Mouth Jetty)

Maritime Museum

Melaka Duck Tours

The Stadthuys

Replica of Melaka’s Sultanate Palace

Porta de Santiago

St Paul’s Church

Taming Sari Tower

St John’s Fort

Marina Melaka

Wildlife Theater Melaka

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Agro Tourism

Melaka Tengah

The World’s Bee Museum Ong Super Trading S/B who operates the museum is well known in Melaka for its research and development of bee farms. Being part of Bee family, International Bee Museum does not only work as research and development but also a learning hub for visitors, as the owner will personally tour the visitors, spreading the knowledge of Bees. You will be surprised to discover details about the many species of bees that exist in our world, its lifestyle and behaviour. Here you will learn how bees are bred for honey.

DT 427, Taman Rama-Rama, Ayer Keroh, 75450 Hang Tuah Jaya, Melaka 06-233 0887 9am - 6pm (Daily) Free Admission www.beefarm.com.my info@beefarm.com.my

Serama Park First World Serama Chicken (World’s Smallest Chicken & Chicken species worldwide) will be display in the World Serama Park, Ayer Keroh, Melaka.

Lot 2727 & 2729, Kampung Padang Keladi, Mukim Durian Tunggal, 76100 Melaka. 06 -5533957 / 012-2744888 seramacorporation@gmail.com

Melaka Tropical Fruit Farm The Melaka Tropical Fruit Farm is a perfect place to unwind and become one with nature. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience for themselves the cool and serene surroundings at the farm. Apart from having the opportunity to savour fresh tropical fruits, visitors will be able to learn more about these fruit trees which many have not seen before, for example, Melaka Fruit Tree. The attractions at the farm are the mini zoo, accommodations, ishing and some team building activities like ﬂying fox, paintball, jungle trekking, rafting, canoeing and others.

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Melaka Tropical Fruit Farm Sdn Bhd Pusat Latihan Pertanian Sg. Udang 76300 Sg.Udang Melaka 06-3516916 06-3510130 www.melakatropical.com mtf_melaka@yahoo.com.my

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Agro Tourism Ayer Keroh/ Melaka Tengah

79 Welcome to a park where every expression has colour. Where every walk is an unforgettable memory. A park where a tradition blends with modernity to create a present that is at once evocative, charming and magical. Come, celebrate life. Experience at MINI MALAYSIA & ASEAN CULTURAL PARK Ayer Keroh Melaka.

Journey Through Malaysia and Her Culture... Operation hours: Mon- Thu (9.00 am - 5.30 pm) Fri - Sun & Public Holiday (9.00 am - 6.00 pm)

Culture Show Time Morning Session Afternoon Session Evening Session

11.00 am 2.00 pm 4.00 pm

For enquiries: Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450, Melaka. 06-2349988/89 06-2349889 enquiry@minimalaysiaasean.com www.minimalaysiaasean.com

Jasin Batu Lebah Hill Recreational Park Bukit Batu Lebah or also known as Bee Hives Hill is located in the forest reserved of Bukit Senggeh in Jasin district. It is situated about 20KM from a small town named Selandar. Bukit Batu Lebah is about 500 to 600 meter from the sea level, famous for its wide range of big rocks formation. Local people called it Bee Hives Hill because once there where many bee hives along the caves and rocks. You can ind rocks similar to a snake heads, ship and many small caves Pejabat Hutan Negeri Melaka. If you are adventurous, you can enjoy some hiking here. If not, it is also suitable for the beginner hikers.

Kumpulan Melaka Berhad. 06 - 2327880 www.kmb.com.my N 2.24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;2.596 ,E 102.25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;36.58

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Walk Around Melaka

Stadthuys Complex Melaka

Melaka is one of Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most unassuming states with a good blend of historic attractions and great food. Melaka is the third smallest Malaysian state after Perlis and Penang. It is located 150 km south of Kuala Lumpur, exactly located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsular, next to the Straits of Melaka. It borders Negeri Sembilan to the north and Johor to the south. This historical city centre has been listed as a UNESCO world heritage city since 2007. With its appealing and assorted blend of cultural, multicultural heritage, rich trading history and natural attractions, there are some key sights you should not miss out when visiting the state.

Casa Del Rio

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Walking through Melaka, it is really good to start from the beginning of the

heritage city building if you want to see all the key sights. When you begin walking here, you can see the St. Francis Xavier Church on your left side. The St. Francis Xavier Church was built in 1856 in honour of St. Francis Xavier, a prominent 16thcentury Catholic missionary. This twin-spired neo-gothic structure was built on the site of an old Portuguese church. This is very big impressive church between this small street with old houses and small old shops. When you walk further along this small street,you will see the old and authentic houses and shops built by the Dutch, just by looking around you.

Windmill Melaka River Cruise

Christ Church Victoria Fountain

Melaka River is just right behind these buildings. This river lows across the middle of Melaka town. It was once an important trade route during the heyday of Melaka sultanate in the 15th century. It has lost its function nowadays and become a tourist attraction. While walking along the river you can see the tourist boats and you can enjoy the relaxing and serene atmosphere. On the bridge, on your left side, you will see the Dutch Square with the Dutch Stadthuys, Christ Church, Victoria Fountain and a windmill. All of these sights were built by the Dutch, except for the Victoria fountain, which was built to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria. This fountain is probably one of the last traces of the British colonial era in Malaysia and it symbolizes the glorious days of the British colonization in Malaysia in the yesteryears. The foursailed windmill instead was built to mark the Dutch occupation in Melaka.

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Trishaw Around this Dutch square, you could ind something that is typical to Melaka; the trishaw. You will be fascinated to see all the colourful decorated trishaws with lowers, dolls, lags and lights. In olden days, before the rolling of industrialization age in Malaysia, trishaw was used as one of the main public transportation modes by residents in Melaka. Due to the modernization of lifestyle and popularization of other eďŹ&#x192;cient transportation alternatives, trishaw has eventually been phased out from daily life of local residents. Most of the trishaws in Melaka are mounted with the seat cabin side-by-side. The places where you can easily ind trishaw services are Porta de Santiago and Equatorial Hotel Melaka.

Trishaw at day

Trishaw at night

Most of the trishaws are equipped with an audio player to play popular songs or music of the passengerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother tongue. In Malaysia, there are only 2 states known with trishaws aimed as tourism service which are Penang and Melaka. However, the trishaws in Melaka are still crowned as the best looking in the region and sitting on Melaka trishaw for a sightseeing tour is deinitely a good experience. As you pass a landmark while riding the trishaw, the driver will act as a guide and enlighten you with any necessary information regarding the landmark that you see.You will view the Portuguese port, Porta de Santiago when you walk back from the Dutch Square. It is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia. The Porta de Santiago, a small gate house, is the only remaining part of the fortress still standing. Albuquerque had the fortress built around a natural hill near the sea because he believed that Melaka would become an important port linking Portugal to the Spice Route in China.

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Melaka from the Top

Located in a popular district of Bandar Hilir along Jalan Merdeka, only 3 minutes of walking distance from Mahkota Parade Shopping Complex and Dataran Pahlawan Megamall, there is a tower known as Menara Taming Sari. It is named after the Taming Sari keris, a mythical weapon said to possess mystical powers belonging to the legendary Malay warrior, Hang Tuah. The structure of the tower follows the shape of the keris, with the peak of the tower resembling its hilt. From a height of 80 metres, the ride ofers you a spectacular and panoramic view of Melaka UNESCO World Heritage City with a host of interesting sights such as St.Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hill, Independence Memorial Building, Samudra Museum and the ship, Flor De La Mar, DataranPahlawan, PulauSelat Mosque, PulauBesar and the Straits of Melaka. From here, you will be able to picturehow fast and rapid has Melaka developed and still developing. Measuring 110 metres in height, its revolving structure ofers a 360-degree panoramic view of Melaka town and beyond. The structure of Menara Taming Sari is reportedly strong enough to withstand earthquakes measuring up to 10 Richter scale.

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The Melaka River . . . . . .Venice Of The East

From its role as a meeting point between the East and West in the 16th century, the Melaka River has morphed into a tourism destination today. Both locals and foreigners come to soak in its history from the diverse architecture found along its banks. There are old churches, mosques, bridges, clan houses, warehouses, temples and villages that have withstood the test of time. Twenty years ago, Melaka River was small and murky, with ishing boats crowding the river mouth. It was hard to imagine that this is the same river that attracted the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British to build a port and fortress here.

The Melaka River with its cruise is the biggest surprise. The muddy, murky water is now quite clear, with a hintof emerald green. Clean embankments on both sides stretch for several kilometres. The river has also been widened and a mechanical device has been installed to control the depth of the water. The idea is to make the river completely pollutionfree, while developing exquisite gardens on its banks, and pacing the pedestrian pathways to perfection.

Today, we see it as a modern waterfront with gardens, a fort, a fountain, performance stages, breezy walkways and a large water wheel.

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85 Passengers on the Melaka River cruise get a feel of the multi-cultural and historical fabric of the country. One can even see the Melaka tree, which Parameswarawas resting under when he became inspired by the sight of a mouse deer kicking his dog, and decided to name the place Melaka. The 26 ibre-glass boats are named after historic igures such as Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Munshi Abdullah and Tun Perak. Passengers are also serenaded with traditional songs such as dondang sayang. There are two types of cruises; one ofers recorded commentaries and the other has a tour guide on board. The approximate touring time for Melaka River Cruise is about 45 minutes (9KM) from the Quayside Heritage Centre to Taman Rempah, Pengkalan Rama. The boats are available daily at every thirty minute intervalof the following times: 9.30pm to 5pm and 6pm to midnight. A must-see on the cruise is Kampung Morten, a living museum showcasing a village that has been around for hundreds of years. There are private museums here where one can get a deeper understanding of the local Malay culture including their costumes and crafts like embroidery work. The houses are ine examples of Malay architecture, with sweeping staircases in the centre and a veranda where family members sit in the evenings to enjoy the air. You can also see the replica of a pirate ship, the Eye On Malaysia Ferris wheel, the abandoned Cathay cinema as well as the old express bus terminal. There is also a replica of a royal water wheel and a fort, complete with cannons around the walls. The cruise boat passes under many bridges that had important functions in the old days. The Tan Kim Seng Bridge marks the strategic place captured by the Portuguese in 1511 when they wanted to occupy Melaka. The other bridges are Chan Koon Cheng Bridge, Ghost Bridge of Melaka, Old Market Bridge and Hang Tuah Bridge.

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Jonker Walk at Night If you are going back to Tan Kim Seng Bridge from Menara Taming Sari, you will pass by Jonker Street;one of the “must-go” places in Melaka. On Friday and Saturday nights, Jalan Hang Jebat is closed for traﬃc and turned into the Jonker Walk Night Market. Don’t forget to try the Famosa Chicken Rice Ball once you are here. This place comes alive at night when the seafood restaurants open and people lock here for an al fresco dinner. During weekends, the common entertainment here includes Portuguese music and dancing on the outdoor stage. Just kick back, relax and enjoy the delicious seafood with the sunset. Tourist night markets were set up about three decades ago as an alternative for small-time traders to sell their goods in the evening. They have become a very prominent feature of Malaysian shopping. Jonker Walk is popular for its weekend night market stalls, which attracts tourists and local people alike to spend their weekend nights there. If you are planning to spend an hour there before hopping to another major attraction, think twice as it is not an ordinary ‘street’. One can spend a whole day there just to check out the attractive shops along the street. This is the place where you can ind shops selling unique antique, carved woodenstatues, interior and household products, fashionable clothes and colourful accessories. The antique stores here display artefacts from various areas of the colonial rule- British, Dutch and Portuguese. If you have enough time to head through the street and you have good eyes for hunting and bargaining for unique and worthy antique furniture, money notes, coins, lamps, beds, cast iron and other priceless Buddha eﬃgies, then this is the place to be. Promised to get some nice souvenirs of Melaka for friends? Here is the best place to source some unique souvenirs without having to burn a hole in your pocket.

Front view of Jonker Walk

Jonker Walk at night

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Beauty Of Art

One of the many reasons why Malaysia is such a unique country is because of the existence of cultural diversity formed by the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people of diferent races. These unique cultural practices give a more indepth insight for tourists and locals to get to know more about the races found here in Malaysia. Melaka with its cultural diversity is an artist in its soul. We are all created to create something new and inspiring; something that will change us, and change the world, make it better and reveal its true sense and meaning.

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Fine Art The definition of fine art is “a visual art considered to have been created primarily for aesthetic purposes and judged for its beauty and meaningfulness, specifically, painting, sculpture, drawing, watercolour, graphics, and architecture. Historically, the five greater fine arts were painting, sculpture, architecture, music and poetry, with minor arts including drama and dancing. Today, the fine arts commonly include the visual art and performing art forms, such as painting, sculpture, collage, assemblage, installation, calligraphy, music, dance, theatre, architecture, film, photography, conceptual art and printmaking. The term is still often used outside of the arts to denote when someone has perfected an activity to a very high level of theskill. Metaphorically, one might say that ‘they have master dancing to the level of a ‘fine art’.

Performance Art Performing Art was originally used to describe any live artistic event that included poets, musicians, film makers, etc. - in addition to visual artists. If you weren’t around during the 1960’s, you missed a vast array of “Happenings,” “Events” and Fluxus “concerts,” to name just a few of the descriptive words that were used. By 1970, Performance Art was a global term, and its definition a bit more specific. “Performance Art” meant that it was live, and it was art, not theatre. Performance Art also meant that it was art that could not be bought, sold or traded as a commodity. Actually, the latter sentence is of major importance. Performance artists saw (and see) the movement as a means of taking their art directly to a public forum, thus completely eliminating the need for galleries, agents, brokers, tax accountants and any other aspect of capitalism. It’s a sort of social commentary on the purity of art. Since Performance Art is live, no two performances are ever exactly the same. Additionally, the 1989’s saw the rise of the autobiography being incorporated into a performance piece and so the Bridged Seni Cultural Tripe was established. This kind of story-telling is much more entertaining to most people. The autobiographical pieces are also a great platform for presenting one’s views on social causes or issues. Performance Art may be entertaining, amusing, shocking or horrifying. No matter which adjective applies, it is meant to be memorable.

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Joget Lambak

Dondang Sayang

Joget is a traditional Malay dance that originated in Melaka. One of the most popular types of Joget is called “Joget Lambak” and usually performed by a large crowd together in social functions. It was inﬂuenced by the Portuguese dance of Branyo which is believed to have been spread to Melaka during the spice trade. In Melaka, it is better known as ‘Cha Kun Chak’. The dance is one of the most popular folk dances in Malaysia and normally performed by couples in cultural festivals, weddings and other social functions. Joget is a great example how elements from various cultures can merge into one single form.

DondangSayang literally is a form of singing poems, an art accompanied by its own unique orchestra, originated in Melaka sometime in the 15th century, inﬂuenced by traditional Portuguese folk music. A typical group is made up of 4 musicians who perform on the violin, 2 rebana and a gong or tetawak. The chief musician is usually the violinist who plays a primary role in dondangsayang, providing a counter melody to the vocal melody. Musicians may switch instruments in between performances, but the violinist seldom does, although this is permitted. If there are musicians to spare, up to 5 rebana may be used. Sometimes, the rebana may be substituted with the tambourine and barrel drum or even the kompang.

Serampang Laut This dance involves coordination between the hands and feet as well as between both male and female. The basic hand movement is called an ‘incomplete fist’ where the tips of the thumb and forefinger on both hands touch each other and the remaining fingers are curled in. The female dancers keep their elbows low to portray elegance while the male dancers keep them high as a symbol of strength.

Branyo Branyo has been an integral part of the Melakian Portuguese festival of Introdu since the early 16th century. This dance is mainly favored by the older generation of the Portuguese descendants. The male dancers wear costume known as ‘Sanian‘ while the female dancers wear ‘Sarung Kebaya’. Musical instruments used are only rebana and violin. The beat and rhythm of the dance is similar to 'joget' (the Malay dance arts). This dance was developed within the Portuguese settlement in Melaka some 500 years ago.

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Wayang Peranakan Wayang Peranakan was only performed and became a staple of Peranakan culture in the 1910's. This was a period when Peranakans were exposed to the movies of Hollywood and wanted to have their own theatre ﬁasco with Peranakan elements. As women were not allowed out of the house as it was considered a taboo for women to be seen on stage, men instead played the roles of women in a kind of gender reversal role. Until this very day plays in Peranakan Wayang still retain this old tradition though women are now allowed on stage to perform roles. However the role of the family matriarch is always and mostly given to a man.

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Traditional Art & Crafts Handicrafts have been around since man’s earliest days in accordance with the prevailing environmental conditions. The first examples were necessities such as protection or coverings. Handicrafts were later improved and adapted according to environmental conditions, eventually becoming “traditional” and accepted as an art that reflects the artistic sense, feelings and cultural characteristics of a society. Traditional Melaka’s handicraft can be classified in few cultures such as Malay, Chinese, Indian, Portuguese, Chitty and Baba Nyonya. Architecture, whose origins lie in a need to provide permanent shelter, has also changed and adapted in accordance with local environmental conditions. This development led to wood carving gaining its unique characteristics during the western conquered period. Arts and Crafts objects were simple in form, without superfluous or excessive decoration, and how they were constructed was often still visible. They tended to emphasize the qualities of the materials used (“truth to material”). They often had patterns inspired by British flora and fauna and used the vernacular, or domestic, traditions of the British countryside.

Gasing Gasing or Tops Spinning is a traditional game popular among Malay (Native people). It is largely played by the villagers in Melaka. Each season after the rice harvest, several villagers will come together to challenge each other in an ultimate test of skill. The villagers believe that the spinning tops would help bring good harvest. Both adults and children can play the game, but bigger or giant top spinning is more of a game for adults than children. The ones used by adults are much bigger in size and can spin for a period of time whereas the ones played by kids are much smaller. Gasing Melaka known as Gasing Jantung and Gasing Berembang.

Clay

Kompang / Gendang

Operating a ceramic shop is yet to be another labour of love art when craftsmen produce clays souvenirs. In Melaka, located in the heritage town ensconced a little clay man house producing ﬁne clay pieces such as lamps, tea cups, kettles, ﬂower vases, miniature traditional houses, incense burners and many other types of clay art. The intense labour well described on the carved designs with variety of unique shapes and motifs including apple resemblance art, pumpkins and even butternut squashes. Besides souvenirs, many ofer ‘clay-making’ classes at a reasonable fee.

Rebana is a Malay tambourine that is used in Islamic devotional music in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, and Singapore. The sound of Rebana often accompanies Islamic ritual such as the Zikir.

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Wooden Clogs (Terompah)

Beaded Shoes Nyonya Beaded Shoe is an artistic hand craft and heritage of the Baba Nyonya culture rooted in Melaka in the 20th century. Vintage kasut manik are intricate with fine stitches as a testimony to the fine workmanship of yesteryears. The intricacy and fine workmanship of a pair of beaded slipper is also a hallmark of highly accomplished Peranakan women, also known as Nyonyas, whose skills in embroidery and beadwork are highly valued. The beaded slippers were worn by both the Peranakan males (Baba) and females (Nyonya) and were popular in the 1930’s.

Rattan & Mengkuang Weaving Products Looking at the materials and shapes of the woven products, initially the craft is created with emphasis on usage more than anything else. As skills developed, this concept has changed, especially the art of weaving mats, where several types of kelarai are made into decorative pieces. Skill is needed to make kelarai and the experts in this art have begun to realize the concept of beauty and aesthetics. Kelarai or ragi are named and shaped after ﬂowers, bamboo as well as other rural elements or pursuits.

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A clog is a type of footwear made in part or completely from wood. Clogs are used worldwide and although the form may vary by culture, within a culture the form often remained unchanged for centuries. Traditional clogs were often worn in heavy labour. Today they remain in use as protective clothing in agriculture and in some factories and mines.

Bound Feet Shoes The practice of foot binding began in the tenth century by parents who wanted their daughters to get noticed by wealthy men of higher social status. For them, this is a ticket for a better life because having tiny feet for women signiﬁed beauty. Foot binding usually began at age four. A ten-foot-long, twoinch bandage was wrapped around the toes to force them in against the sole. Each day the bandage was tightened until the foot was folded under with only the big toe sticking out, a shape called the “Golden Lotus” because it resembled a lotus pod with the petals removed.

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Wooden Water Bucket Handmade wooden water bucket has been in the country for many years. Most craftsmen started it as a leisure hobby but due to high demand in recent days, it had to be a day to day routine for these craftsmen to produce a few daily. Making wooden barrels is a painstaking, labour intensive task. Most craftsmen could only make a barrel a day, for which they sell at around RM90 per bucket. All barrels are made of high quality woods which are made for longlasting usage and can be kept for good for years!

Lanterns Lanterns may also be used for signalling, as 'torches', or as general light sources outdoors during the ancient days. The term "lantern" is also used more generically to mean a 'light source' or the enclosure for a light source. The simplest technology used is the candle lantern. Candles give only a weak light, and must be protected from wind to prevent ďŹ&#x201A;ickering or complete extinguishment. A typical candle lantern is a metal box or cylinder with glass or mica side panels and an opening or ventilated cover on the top.

Stone Stamps Carving This is a piece of personalized art with name engraved for lifetime in Chinese character translation. It also served as an ancient documentation seal. It is important in business in China (often required for signing oďŹ&#x192;cial documents). Variations of stones are available for personal preference from plain stone to fancier stone with motifs of dragon, tigers and other warrior animals in Chinese tradition. At a decent price, a piece of art on your own is worth as souvenirs for own self.

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Iron & Steel Smith Iron is one of the most useful metals ever discovered, but it is also one of the diďŹ&#x192;cult metals to understand in history, especially in medieval history. Iron comes in several forms, and the complication involved in producing each of them fosters further confusion. However, these are just subsidiary as the handmade iron and steel household still remain inherited by generation. Despite the demand of these items decreasing due to the presence of plastic wares and modern appliances, these handmade steel products still remain in better quality with longer lifespan.

Copper / Pewter Pewter is a malleable metal alloy, traditionally 85â&#x20AC;&#x201C;99% tin, with the remainder consisting of copper, antimony, bismuth and sometimes, less commonly today, lead. Silver is also sometimes used. Copper and antimony act as hardeners while lead is common in the lower grades of pewter, which has a bluish tint. Melaka pewter craftsmen only made pewter in small scale and concentrating on traditional motif in term of pewter design. Melaka made pewter can be found in many tourist spots such as Banda Hilir, Stadhuys Complex, Melaka Sentral and Dataran Pahlawan.

Malay Sandals (Capal)

Wooden Carving Kampong Morten is a well-known place housing professional wood carvers in Melaka. Besides producing traditional Malay decorative ďŹ ne wood items, they also produce wooden sheaths for keris. A keris can be divided into three parts: bilah (blade), hulu (hilt), and warangka (sheath). These parts of the keris are objects of art, often carved in meticulous detail and made from various materials, metal, precious or rare types of wood, or gold or ivory. Wood carving often needs professional skill to produce a high quality carving and most are sold at higher price.

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These sandals come in diferent shapes and sizes for all and are often worn by the Malay men to complete their traditional Malay attire called Baju Melayu. Common classical Malay attire for men consists of a baju (shirt) or tekua (a type of a long sleeve shirt), baju rompi (vest), kancing (button), a small leg celana (trousers), a sarong worn around the waist, capal (sandal), and a tanjak or tengkolok (headgear). Baju Melayu is commonly worn during special celebrations or occasions such as weddings and prayers.

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Outdoor Activities Outdoor recreation or outdoor activity is a leisure pursuit engaged in the outdoors, especially in (but not limited to) natural or semi-natural settings out of town. The two primary purposes for outdoor recreation are beneficial use and pleasurable appreciation. Pleasurable appreciation encourages experiences of being “let in on nature’s show”. Enhancement of inner perceptual and/or spiritual life may be experienced through outdoor and outdoor-related activities such as nature study, aesthetic contemplation, meditation, painting, photography, archaeological or historical research, and indigenous culture among others. These activities may also be physically rewarding. Many people in modern civilizations believe that the value of nature is found only in its “utilitarian value” (beneficial use). They would discount the inner perceptual and/ or spiritual benefits of the “intrinsic value of nature” that may be experienced during pleasurable appreciation. Outdoor activities may also be pursued for the purposes of finding peace in nature, enjoying life, and relaxing. They are alternatives to expensive forms of tourism. Outdoor activities are also frequently used as a medium in education and teambuilding.

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Golfing Golfing holidays are becoming more and more popular among tourists and even locals! Many people now take advantage of their breaks abroad to play golf in the sun. Youcan choose a destination for the golf course from a selection of choices, exclusively for your golfing needs. They offer the visiting golfer a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a relaxed round of golf in friendly surroundings. They have excellent clubhouses too which will definitely beworth the visit!

Ayer Keroh Country Club

Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club For a highly challenging round of golf amidst shimmering lakes and natural surroundings.

Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club, Jalan Gapam, Bukit Katil, P.O. Box 473, 75760 Melaka. 06-2311111 (General) 06-2312366 (Golfing) 06-2314122 tmgcc1@gmail.com www.lion.com.my

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km14.5, Jalan Ayer Keroh, 75750 Melaka 06-2332000 / 06-2332011 Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Famosa Golf Resort Jalan Kemus, Simpang Empat 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka 06-5520888 www.afamosa.com Orna Golf Country Resort Batu 16, Jalan Gapam, Ladang Gapam, Bemban 77200 Jasin, Melaka 06-5210333 ogcc@ornaresort.com.my www.ornaresort.com.my

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Bullock Cart

Pantai Klebang Kites Flying

Bullock Cart was one of the earliest forms of transportation in the country when there were no motor vehicles at that time. People used bullock cart as a mode of travelling and transporting goods. Traditionally, bulk quantities of agricultural products like paddy and straw were transported using bullock carts. Evidenced from a woven roof, it is believed that bullock carts were said to have been introduced by Indian traders during the Melaka Sultanate.

Klebang Beach offers a vast sandy area for people to sun themselves. There is very little shade here, and so it is advisable to bring a parasol or other form of shades, or perhaps apply some sunblock lotion. The authorities over recent years attempted to plant some pine trees to create a more shaded area, but this will take a few years to develop naturally. Whilst all the major beach type activities are possible here, one extremely popular activity at Klebang Beach is kite flying. People of all ages love flying kites both big and small; it is just the perfect place to catch the breeze.

GPS

Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka 012-7653341 / 014-2669589 RM 10 (per ride) N 2.278411, E 102.299071

Klebang Beach 5pm-7pm

Gadek Hot Spring Alor Gajah Gadek Hot Spring is located in KampungGanun, in the district of Alor Gajah, approximately 30km from the Melaka town. Surrounded by coconut and palm trees, it is a place where you can chill and relax in the hot spring pool.

06-5549584 24 Hours Adult: RM5, Children: RM3

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Seaferer Explorer Watersport Seafarer newly launched Marine Tourism & Water Sports Youth Programme is designed for all walks of life. The vision is to clearly streamline and educate the youth and to also promote Melaka Heritage Marine Tourism Sector especially with its natural and spiritual Historical Island (more than 9 islands). Seafarer also conducts Kayak Classes to promote activities such as Island Hopping, Coastal Cruise, Sunset Cruise and Eco Tour Cruise. For those interested in Sports Fishing, Seafarer offers attractive packages such as Coastal, Island, Trolling and also Night Fishing. During the evenings, enjoy the pleasure of Windsurfing, Jetskiing, Waterskiing or Kneeboarding for those who seek some action. A BBQ dinner will be prepared for those who wish to dine by the sea.

1320-C, Klebang Besar 75200 Melaka 06-3153396 www.explorer.com.my

Ayer Keroh Lake Recreational team building is ‘mild’ form of team building. Its focus is general in nature such as building or strengthening employee rapport and improving team communication. It can be a substitute for staff retreat and performance incentive. Team building has been defined and viewed from many different perspectives by theoretical gurus. Some simply define it as “a facilitated intervention that enhances organizational effectiveness and goals through the enhancement of individual role clarity and teaming skills.” This means that it involves any form of facilitated activity that requires the members to perform cohesively with one another. Tasik Ayer Keroh, which is operated by REDTMA is easily accessible after Ayer Keroh toll exit. It facilitates rock climbing, Kayaking, Flying Fox, Jungle Trekking, River crossing, Paintball, Zorball and even night activities are available.

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Jalan Tasik Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka. 06-2327685

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Team Building Team building exercises help build trust, teamwork, and leadership, and can even overcome fears. There is no better way to instill these values thanbeing at these places. The professionally trained team building facilitators can organize activities for any group size.

Saujana Asahan Saujana Asahan training centre aids team building, motivational courses and seminars as well as outdoor and indoor activities. A scenic nature free from city hassles is adefinite first choice for motivational activities for team building. It comes with accommodation, a small-sized ballroom and a field that is fair enough to accommodate up to 500 people at one time. Packages such as Jungle Trekking, Flying Fox, Obstacle Challenge Courses and Jungle Survival are available to both cater groups and individuals.

Majlis Sukan Negara Malaysia Saujana Asahan, Jalan Kolam Air 77100 Asahan, Melaka 06 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 523 5849 / 06 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 523 5048 http://saujanaasahan.blogspot.com saujanaasahan@gmail.com

Institut Skill-Tech This camp is located on about 30acres land and surrounded with full of green farming environment, clean and cosy form with the location that is suitable for activities such as fitness, camp, motivation camp and identity formation. The primary of Institut Skill-Tech has prepared training for such activities.

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Lot 453, Batu 13, Jalan Tebong Machap, Durian Tunggal, 76100 Melaka. 019-919 8623 06-553 1417 pertanyaan@agrofarmstay.my

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Melaka is a food paradise where tourists can enjoy eating absolutely a compact mouth watering food for 24 hours. It would, absolutely bring you an extraordinary traveling experience that you will never forget. Treasure the food that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really often hear about in Melaka which has been proven the most popular food in town.

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24 HOURS Subaidah Restaurant Must Try: Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Maggi Goreng, Nasi Goreng Kampung & Teh Tarik

Melaka International Trade Centre (Behind McDonalds) Restoran Subaidah that started in 1988 became the successful catalyst of the shareholdings and have captured the market of people that enjoy ‘Kandar’ style food & beverage. Open 24 hours, here you can enjoy Malaysia national food all day long!

8AM - 10AM Nasi lemak Kukus Lereh area (Near Sekolah Kebangsaan Lereh) Nasi Lemak, considered as a national dish. Its name in Malay literally means “fatty rice”, but but it also means “rich” or “creamy”. The name is derived from the cooking process whereby rice is soaked in coconut cream and then the mixture steamed.

8AM - 9AM Chia Yean Coﬀee Must Try : Duck Mee

GPS

No. 651, Taman Bukit Melaka Bukit Beruang,75450 Melaka. 016-289 3287 N2 14.779 E102 16.48

Chia Yean Coﬀee Shop is the epitome of an old-styled coﬀee shop with its typical standard setting of plastic tables and cubicles. To prepare this dish, Duck Noodles, the duck is double-boiled in a huge cooker. The double-boiling method ensures no water loss, and also locks in the essence of the ingredients.

10AM - 12PM Chop Chung Wah Chicken Rice Ball

GPS

Jalan Jonker (Opposite San Shu Gong) 10am - 3pm N2 11.696, E102 14.909

The chicken rice is served as rice balls rather than a bowl of rice, commonly known as Chicken rice balls. Steamed rice is shaped into golf ball-size and served alongside with the chopped chicken

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11AM - 10PM Seroni Nyonya

12PM - 1PM Aunty Koh’s Cendol

Must Try: Chicken Tempura, Lemak Prawns & Ginger Venison

No 60 & 62 Taman Melaka Raya I, Jalan Melaka Raya 25, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia 06- 2814848

Malaysian food is as rich as its history. During our exploration of the heritage sites in Melaka, we got a chance to experience Peranakan Cuisine where it originated from Melaka. Recipes dating as far back as the 15th century still exist, evolving to what is now known as Nyonya Cuisine. In a restaurant tucked beside the hidden side street of Taman Melaka Raya, we found Seroni Nyonya Cuisine Restaurant.

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Bukit Rambai 12pm - Cendol ﬁnished (Sat & Sun only) N2 14.804 E102 11.516

This isn’t exactly a stall which you can go whenever you want as it only opens on Saturday and Sunday 12 noon until sold out. 2 days in a week and 4 hours of opening is critical to plan in advance. The Coconut Santan is so rich with Gula Melaka fragrant as its taste is like heaven on earth.

1PM - 2PM Lois Beef Kut Teh Must Try: Beef Kut Teh Jalan Permai 2,

11AM- 5PM Jonker Nyonya Enterprise Must Try: Pineapple Tart

29, Jalan Hang Lekir, 75200 Melaka (Jonker Street) +606-2812023

Taman Perkota, 75350 Melaka 10.30am to 2pm then 6pm to 10pm Despite being labelled as Beef Kut Teh, ﬁrst timers might be disappointed with its taste as it lacks herbal goodness in it. Nevertheless, the distinctive hot peppery taste of the sourness will grow after a couple sips thereafter.

In Chinese it is called the ‘Ong Lai’ and in Chinese tradition, it is bound to have pineapple tarts during festive season.

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12PM - 4PM

5PM - LATE

Asam Pedas Pak Man / Perhentian Kuih Kampung

Restoran Capitol Satay Must Try: Satay Celup

Must Try: Asam Pedas Ikan Pari, Kuih-Muih

In front of Ujong Pasir Police Station 016-6700889 Asam Pedas, or literally “sour spicy,” is a classic Malaysian dish commonly found in Melaka. Everyone has their own interpretation for this favorite dish and there are endless adaptations; to say, it’s sour, very hot and tastes extraordinary and satisfying. If you are a fan of traditional sweet tooth, this place is for both the Asam Pedas and Traditional Malays Kuih.

GPS

41, Lorong Bukit Cina, 75100, Melaka Raya N2 11.710 E102 15.137

When it comes to Melaka‘s Satay Celup, Capitol‘s popularity supersedes the rest. And with that reputation, you are sure to have a fair share of lovers and haters. With layman descriptions in Malaysian’s context, satay celup is served and eaten like loklok and steamboat, except the main diﬀerence in sauce. Instead of a boiling pot of soup, satay celup is cooked by dipping or dunking sticks of raw foods into boiling pot of aromatically rich and spicy peanut sauce. Enjoy!

5PM - LATE

8PM - 10PM

Umbai Ikan Bakar

Onde Onde

Must Try: Grilled Fish

Onde Onde, pronounced as ‘onn-day onn-day’ or also known as Buah Melaka by the Peranakans, originates from the state of Melaka. These sweet balls of treat is one of the many Peranakan desserts and very popular with the locals. It has soft dough coated with lightly salted grated coconut and filled with natural flavours of Gula Melaka as the filling.

GPS

Ikan Bakar Parameswara, Medan Ikan Bakar, Pangkalan Pernu, Umbai 75460 N2.15608, E102.33625

Umbai is a town between the JasinCentral Melaka borders. The famous Umbai’s Medan Ikan Bakar is located at Umbai Beach. Spoilt with choices as there are many shops available. Follow your intuition and choose one. Most stalls serves decent grilled ﬁsh.

Jonker Street

Durian Puﬀ Freshly baked Durian Puﬀs oozing from within is made from King of Fruits Durian and it is the highlight of the place and you shall not miss.

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Introduction

Melaka offers some terrific food visitors are indeed spoilt for choices as a veritable feast unfolds before them, be it traditional Malay, Thai, Indian, Chinese, Portuguese or western cuisine. Whatever its origin, the food in Melaka is always zesty, spicy and pungent. There is so much to savour that many people come specially for its diverse and delicious cuisine. From up market restaurants to roadside stalls, Melaka gives you the gourmet true satisfaction. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a few selections of restaurants where you can enjoy a fine meal in Melaka! Bon appetit !!

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Malay Food Restoran Tiga Lima Must Eat!

Curry Fish Head

G-22, Jalan OM 5, Plaza Mahkota 75000 Melaka. 012 – 268 6554

Kafe Rumah Melaka Pusat Promosi Perabot & Perkayuan Negeri Melaka Lot 232 – 234, Jalan Tun Kudu, Bukit Katil 75450 Melaka 8 am – 7 pm (Closed on Sunday) reservation@kaferumahmelaka.com www.kaferumahmelaka.com

Restoran Kari Kepala Ikan Semabok Must Eat!

Curry Fish Head

Pdg-01, Pandan Point Taman Sri Pandan Lorong Pandan 75250 ,Melaka. 06 -2838614 11am-7pm (Daily)

Asam Pedas Melinja Kampung Musai Must Eat!

Asam Pedas 2, Jalan Malinja 3, Kg Musai, 75100 Melaka 6pm-1am (Daily)

Kedai Hassan Mee Rebus Must Eat!

Mee Rebus

691-1, Batu 2.S, Solok Selekoh, Padang Temu, 75050 Melaka 019 -6545691 10am - 3pm (Closed on Fri)

Stall No.10/ Gerai No.10 Must Eat!

Nasi Lemak

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Chinese Food Kingtu Restaurant Must Eat!

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Lim Tian Puan Restaurant

Satay Celup

Must Eat!

9, Jalan CU 4, Taman Cheng Utama, 75250 Melaka 012-6068805 6.30pm-12am (Closed on Mon & Tues)

Fried Glass Noodles

No. 251, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, 75100 Melaka 06 -2822737

Hoe Kee Chicken Rice Ball 4, 6 & 8, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka 06-2834751

Sin Kuay Teochew Porridge Must Eat!

Teochew Porridge

19-A, Jalan Jawa, 75000 Melaka 06 -2812646 10.30am-4.30pm (Closed on Sun)

Long Feng Chinese Restaurant Must Eat!

Dim Sum

Ramada Plaza Hotel, Jalan Bendahara, 75100 Melaka. 06 -2848888 11am-1pm (Mon-Sat) 8am-2pm (Sun)

Low Yong Moh Restaurant Must Eat!

Dim Sum

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Indian Food Restaurant Chelvis Curry House 757-N, Taman Kerjasama, Bukit Beruang, 75450 Melaka 06 -2324305 7am-10pm (Daily)

Restoran Veni Must Eat!

34, Jalan Temenggong, 75100 Melaka 06 -2849570 6.30am-9.30pm (Daily)

Restaurant Vazhai Elai 36, Jalan Munshi Abdullah 75100 Melaka 06 -2831607 7am-10pm (Daily)

Curry Mutton

Nilla Chettinar Restaurant 52, Jalan Munshi Abdullah, 75100 Melaka 06 -2867506 9am-10pm (Daily)

Bonani Restaurant Must Eat!

Roti Canai

No. 347, Taman Melaka Raya, 75100 Melaka 06 -2820340

Selvam Restaurant Must Eat!

Banana Leaf Nasi Lemak

No. 3, Jalan Temenggong, 75100 Melaka 06 -2819223 7am-10pm (Daily)

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Baba&Nyonya Food

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Seroni Baba House Must Eat!

Pai Tee Jalan TMR 25, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka. 06 -2814848 11.30am-2.30pm / 5.30pm - 9.30pm (Daily)

Nancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen Must Eat!

Nyonya Popiah

7, Jalan Hang Lekir, Off Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka 06-2836099

Banya Restaurant 154 Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka 06-2828297 11am-10pm (Closed on Thu)

Restaurant Cottage Spices Nyonya Makko Must Eat!

Lemak Nenas Udang

123, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka 06 -2840737

Must Eat!

Asam Prawn

G26, Jalan PM5, Plaza Mahkota, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka 06-2835040 12pm-9pm (Closed on Tue)

Bibik Ong Tricycle Stall Must Eat!

Nyonya Kuih

Jalan Low Hee Kong & Jalan Ujong Pasir. ( Outside Garden Ice CafĂŠ )

Bibik Neo Must Eat!

Petai Sambal Udang

No.6, Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka Raya, Melaka 06-2817054

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Portuguese Food Restoran De Lisbon Must Eat!

Devilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Curry

No.1 Medan Portugis, Ujong Pasir 75050 Melaka 06-2848067 6pm-1am (Daily)

Sea Terrace Must Eat!

Salt Burst Crab

Stall 1, Medan Selera Portuguese Settlement, Ujong Pasir, 75050 Melaka. 012-6815519

Papa Joe Restaurant Must Eat!

Otak-otak

18/ B, Lot 2, Medan Portuguese, Kampung Portuguese, 75050 Melaka. 019-6284758 / 06 -2843276

San Pedro Restaurant Must Eat!

Honey Fried Chicken

4, Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Aranjo Road Portuguese Settlement, Ujong Pasir, 75050 Melaka. 06 -2842170

Eleven Bistro Restaurant 9 & 11 Jalan Hang Lekir, 75200 Melaka 06-2820011 10.30am-11.45pm

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Restaurant Straits Settlement 18C, Portuguese Square, Kampung Portugis, 75050 Melaka. 017-2445180

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Simply Fish Must Eat!

Seafood Platter

Jalan Melaka Raya1, Melaka Town, 75200 Melaka. 016 -6331373 6pm-Late (Daily)

Pacific Seafood Village Must Eat!

Restoran New Lagoon

Kam Heong Crabs

UB-100, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, Jalan Merdeka, 75000 Bandar Hilir, Melaka. 06 -2813818

34, 36, 38 & 40, Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka Raya, Melaka,Bandar Hilir, 75000 06-281 9746

88 Sea Front Restaurant Zhong Hua Sharkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fin Seafood Restaurant Jalan Kesidang, No. 21-25, Melaka, Malaysia 06 -337 3312

Must Eat!

Steamed Lala (clams) with garlic and chili padi

Portuguese Settlement, Ujong Pasir, 75050 Melaka. 019-259991 / 06 -2634612

Seri Muara Alai Nasir Ikan Bakar Must Eat!

Ikan Bakar/Clams

Km 8, Alai, 75460 Melaka. 012 -2725310

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Delicatesse Madam Goh Nyonya Pineapple Tarts House Must Eat!

Pineapple Tarts

101 Jalan tokong 75200 Melaka 012-6138932 / 012-2292378 9am-5pm (Mon-Thu) 9am-11pm (Fri-Sun)

Nadeje Patisserie Cafe G-23 &25, Jln PM4, Plaza Mahkota, 75000 Melaka. 06 -283 8750

Taste Better Must Eat!

Durian Puff

Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka. 10am-6pm (Daily)

Uncle Keong Delicacies Must Eat!

Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nest Soup

Lot BE03 & BE031, Dataran Pahlawan Megamall, 75000 Melaka 06-2821313 10am-10pm (Daily)

Zheng He Tea House Must Eat!

Tea

17 Jalan Harmoni 75200 Melaka 016-7851958 / 016-7640588 10am-10pm (Mon-Sat) 10am-6pm (Sun)

Pooh Keon Must Eat!

Nyonya Desserts

81, Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka 012-6134338 / 012-3531577 9am-10pm (Daily)

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Tan Kim Hock Must Eat!

Dodol

85,87 & 86 Jalan Bendahara 75100 Melaka 06-2812763 9am-8pm (Daily)

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Shop in Style

Melaka is most famous for its sale of antiques when it comes to shopping. However, there is a fine balance with modern shopping malls. Besides, designer brands, handicrafts and cultural souvenirs are also found in abundance, so you'll always have something to bring home for remembrance. Aside from the merchandise at mega shopping malls like Mahkota Parade and Dataran Pahlawan where prices are fixed, it’s time to walk out to Jonker Walk for more bargains. Browsing through Melaka’s diverse blend of shopping venues is somewhat of an exhausting activity. However if you’ve got a yen to pick up some truly authentic Melaka souvenirs, this tiny town is the best place to do it. Some of the items you can get here include Nyonya ‘wooden clogs’, bound feet shoes, handmade tiles, charms, crystals, antiques and many others handicrafts. The historical city offers not only history but all day long shopping experience!

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Shopping Malls Mydin Hypermarket Melaka

Melaka Mall Kompleks Melaka Mall Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka 10am - 10pm

Melaka Fashion City

GPS

No.12, Mydin Mall MITC, Hang Tuah Jaya Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka 06-2313007 9.00am - 11.00pm (Mon to Fri) 8.30am - 11.00pm (Sat & Sun & Public Holiday)

AEON Melaka Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Peringgit, 75400 Melaka 06 -2324899 aeonretail.com.my

Jalan Lingkaran Mitc 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 2°16’5”N 102°17’28”E

Tesco Melaka No. 1 Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Peringgit, 75400 Melaka 06 -2882000 www.tesco.com

Jaya Jusco Melaka Lot 4991 Mukim Bukit Baru, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka 06- 2324899

Mahkota Parade Lot B02 Mahkota Parade, No.1, Jalan Merdeka 75000 Melaka 06 -282 6151

Hatten Square Shoppes Dataran Pahlawan F3-96, Hatten Square, Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka. 06-282 4088 /06 -282 1828 info@hattengrp.com www.dataranpahlawan.com

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Harmony Street 15, Jalan Tukang Emas, 75200 Melaka. (Paralel street to Jonker Walk) 06 -2826773/ 012 2788393 12noon - 6pm

TS Lim Beaded Shoes 63, Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka 06 -2926812 10am - 5pm (Daily)

Malaqa House 70 Jalan Tun Cheng Lock 06 -2814770

Medan Samudera Souvenir Centre Jalan Merdeka, Melaka.

World of Antique

Jing Ying Crystal & Souvenir

36 & 38, Jalan Hang Jebat,75200 Melaka 06 -2840128

55, Jalan Tokong, Melaka. 06 -2867835 10am - 5pm

Heritage Gallery

GPS

Zon C, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, 7500 Melaka. 10am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10pm N2.190064 E102.250426

Antiques Art Souvenir House Hang Tuah Handicraft 66, Jalan Hang Jebat, Melaka. 06 -2829755

40 & 109, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka. 06 -2818404

Jonker Gallery 11, 20, 51, Jalan Hang Jebat , 27/29B, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 64 Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka. 06 -2869840

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Melaka Night Market 4pm - 12 midnight

Monday Tanjung Kling (Spring Garden) Musai (Sri Siantan) Rumah Awam Tangga Batu Telok Mas

Tuesday Taman Sinn Ujong Pasir Taman Tanjung Minyak Setia Kampung Lapan, Tengkera Kampung Gelam Taman Sri Duyong Pantai PeringgitTaman Bertam Jaya Bukit Terendak, SG. Udang

Wednesday

Plaza Sg. Udang (Taman Keris Mas) Taman Peringgit Jaya Semabok Taman Rambai Utama

Thursday Tampoi Krubong Taman Harta Pertama, Bukit Baru Rumah Awam Ayer Molek Taman Peruna, Sg. Udang Taman Desa Molek Taman Datin Fatimah, Bukit Rambai

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Friday Taman Bukit Serindit Taman Sri Telok Mas Taman Rambai Jaya

Saturday Taman Kota Laksamana Plaza Sg Udang (Bt.13 Sg. Udang) Paya Ikan Taman MGBM, Bachang Taman Cheng Perdana

Sunday Rumah Awam Bandar Hilir Pantai Jaring

Friday, Saturday ,Sunday Jonker Walk (Tourist Night Market) Pahlawan Walk (Tourist Night Market)

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Nightlife in Melaka town is varied. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nightlife is an exploration of excitement. When the sun goes down, most of the restaurants remain open but the pubs, clubs and discos take precedence. Those after more feisty entertainment, at the clubs and pubs, need to head to Melaka Raya. Tourists can choose to spend their time at the hotel bars which are decidedly classy albeit moderately quiet or the visitors can choose to hang around the city centre to ind a club which suits your taste. Besides being overwhelmed by the history, diverse cultures and valuable heritage in Melaka as visitors could ind that Melaka town as a never sleep city.

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Pub & Cafe Wings Musicafe Melaka No 45, 47 & 49, Jln Melaka Raya 29, Tmn Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka. 06-2862005 / 012-6077502 6.30pm – 1.30am (Daily)

Far East Café 19, Jalan Hang Lekir, 75200. 06 -286 3853 / 012 696 6277 11pm – late

Portuguese Square (Mini Lisbon) Jalan D’Albuquerque, 75050 Melaka 06-2836538 24 hours

Arena ( The Jetty) 12-A, Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka. 016 -675 2000 6pm – 2am

Bay Lounge Mahkota Hotel Melaka No. 16, Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka 06-2812828 (ext. 5108) 3pm– 1am (weekdays) 12noon – 1pm (Sat, Sun & Public Holidays) www.mahkotahotel.com.my

Aloha Dance Club & Bistro Melaka

1, Jalan Melaka Raya 8, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000, Melaka 06 -288 1686 06 -288 1680 9pm – 2am (Daily)

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Café 1511 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Melaka 06 -286 0150 http://www.cafe1511.com

Ringo’s Classic Café 31, Jalan Hang Lekir, 75200 Melaka. (near to Jonker Street) 016 -354 2223

GoGo KTV – The Jetty 12-A, Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka 06-2881788 3pm - 2am (Mon - Thu) 1pm - 2 am (Fri - Sun)

Geographer Café 83, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka 06-2816813 10am– 1am (Mon – Sat) 8am – 1am (Sunday)

Golden Famosa Club No 57/63, Jalan Melaka Raya 24, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000, Melaka. 06-2818301 06-2818308

Epicureo F2-003, F003A, F2-005, F2-006, Hatten Square, Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka. 016-6330626, 016-6770800 11am – 2am (Daily)

Calanthe Art Café 11, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 75250 Melaka 06-2922960 Mon - Wed: 12 pm - 11 pm Fri: 12 pm - 12 am Sat: 8:30 am - 12 am Sun: 8:30 am - 11 pm

Famosa Lounge Jalan Bendahara Renaissance Melaka Hotel 75720 Melaka. 06 -284 8888 06 -284 9269

Batavia Café Lounge Jalan Malinja, No. 1, Straits Meridian Hotel, 75150 Melaka 06 -284 1166 06 -283 0030

Mixx Club LotS19, Second Floor, Mahkota Parade 75000 Melaka. 016-6235577 / 016-6215577

Movida Unit G-012, G-013 & G-013a, Ground Floor,Hatten Square, Jalan Merdeka,75000 Bandar Hilir, Melaka. 06-292 1282 06-292 1281 8_NightLife.indd 118

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Spa & Massage Lamour Heritage 37, Jln Kota Laksamana 2/17 Taman Kota Laksamana Seksyen 2, 75050 Melaka. 06 -284 7757 www.lebainspa.com.my

Hotel Seri Costa (Costa Spa) Jalan PM 8, Plaza Mahkota, 75000 Melaka. 06 -2816666 06 -2864931

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Hotel Grand Continental Melaka No. 20, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2840 088 24 hours www.ghihotels.com.my

Tropical Massage & Beauty Service Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka. 012 -215 9554

Philea Resort & Spa Lot 2940, Jalan Ayer keroh, oďŹ&#x20AC; Jalan Plaza Tol, 75450 Melaka. (Beside Taman Rama-Rama) 06-289 3399 11am - 11pm www.phileahotel.com.my

The Majestic Malacca Spa Village 188 Jalan Bunga Raya 75100 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -289 8000 travelcentre@ytlhotels.com.my

Sutra Maya Spa No 25-1, Jalan KF4, Kota Fesyen, Lingkaran MITC, 75450, Hang Tuah Jaya, Melaka 06 -231 1080 / 019-326 3108

Satkara Spa Casa del Rio Malacca 88 Jalan Kota Laksamana 75200 Melaka 06 -289 6888 www.casadelrio-melaka.com 8_NightLife.indd 119

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Accommodation Introduction Whether it is for business or for leisure, Melaka has a wide choice on hotels, resorts or home stays. Experience elegance and relax in one of the extravagant hotels we have listed down for you. Meanwhile, business travelers will beneit from our one page spread 5 star hotels, for their next successful meeting, but still surrounded by major tourist attractions. For those who have more time than money can get a good nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep without spending extra ringgits. Also in this accommodation section you can ind a one page spread with resorts, for the ones who would like to relax during their stay in Melaka.

5 Stars Hotel Ramada Plaza

Casa Del Rio Melaka Hotel

Jalan Bendahara, 75100 Melaka 06 -2848888 06 -2849269

88 Jalan Kota Laksamana ,Melaka, 75200 06 -289 6888/ 06 -289 6999 reservation@casadelrio-melaka.com

Philea Resort & Spa Melaka Lot 2940, Jalan Ayer Keroh Jalan Plaza Tol, 75450, Ayer Keroh, Melaka 06-289 3399 www.phileahotel.com.my

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Hotel Equatorial Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2828333 06 -2861261 info@mel.equatorial.com www.equatorial.com

A Famosa Resort Jalan Kemus, Simpang Empat, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia. 06-5520888 06-5520835 enquiries@afamosa.com www.afamosa.com

Bayview Hotel Melaka 188 Jalan Bunga Raya 75100 Melaka Melaka 06 -2839888 03 -2164 0632 reservations.kl@bayviewhotels.com

Avillion Legacy 146 Jalan Hang Tuah, 75300 Melaka 06 -2816868 06 -2819898 reservation@avillionlegacymelaka.com www.avillionlegacymelaka.com

Holiday Inn Melaka Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka 06 -2859000 06 -2859111 welcome@holidayinnmelaka.com www.melaka.holidayinn.com

Mahkota Hotel Melaka 16, Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka. 06 -2812828 06 -2812323 reservation@mahkotahotel.com.my www.mahkota.com.my

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3 Stars Hotel Aldy Hotel 27, Jalan Kota, 75000 Melaka 06 -2833232 06 -2863236 info@aldyhotel.com.my www.aldyhotel.com.my

Hotel Puri 118, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2825588 06 -2815588 enquiries@hotelpuri.com www.hotelpuri.com

The Emperor 123, Jalan Munshi Abdullah, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2840777 06 -2838989 sales@theemperorhotel.com www.theemperorhotel.com

Hotel Sentral Melaka No. 20, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang 06 -2840088 06 -2848125 melaka@ghihotels.com www.ghihotels.com.my

Hotel Orkid 138, Jalan Bendahara, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2825555 06 -2827777 hotelorkid@po.jaring.my www.hotelorkidmelaka.com

Kings Hotel No. 30, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2313899 06 -2313803 manager@kingshotel.com.my www.kingshotel.com.my

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Damar Suria Resort Lot 1948, Jalan Pantai Teluk Gong, Kuala Sg Baru, 78300 Masjid Tanah, Melaka 06 -3842255 / 013-3652207 info@damarsuriaresort.com.my www.damarsuriaresort.com.my

Ismah Beach Resort Lot 3412, KM34 Pantai Padang Kemunting, 78300 Masjid Tanah, Melaka 06 -3848141 06 -3848140 www.dnelayanresort.com

Ayer Keroh dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Village Resort Melaka Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka 06 -2328000 06 -2327541 info@dvillage.com.my www.dvillage.com.my

Shahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach Resort 9KM, Jalan Tanjung Kling, 76400 Melaka. 06 -315 3121 06 -3152088 www.shahsresorts.com

Samudera Bidara Resort Lorong Haji Abdullah, Kampung Balik Batu, Tanjong Bidara, Melaka. 06 -384 7587

Bayou Lagoon Park Resort Bayou Lagoon park Resort, Jalan Wakaf Utama, Bukit Katil, 75450, Melaka 03 -3343 5885 www.bayoulagoon.com.my

Tanjung Bidara Beach Resort Tanjung Bidara, Masjid Tanah, Melaka 06 -281 7388

Klebang Beach Resort 92,KM9, Batang Tiga Tanjung Kling 76400 Melaka. 6063155888 06 -3151713

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Boutique / Budget Hotel Semabok Inn 396, SCS Building, Jalan Semabok, 75050 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -2838877 06 -2837299 scsgroup@tm.net.my www.semabokinn.com

Venus Boutique Hotel No. 18, Jalan PM 6, Plaza Mahkota, 75000 Melaka . 06 -2868111 06 -2868555 reservations@venushotel.com.my http://www.venushotel.com.my

Aldy Thoo Chinatown Melaka 148, Jalan Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka 06 -2813636 06 -2816622 info@aldyhhotel.com.my www.aldyhotel.com.my

Jonker Boutique Hotel 82 -86A & B, Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia 06 -282 5151 06 -282 9151 info@jonkerboutiquehotel.com www.jonkerboutiquehotel.com

Queenspark Hotel 39-47, Jalan TMR 24, Taman Melaka Raya, 75200 Melaka. 06 -2811188 06 -2811187 qphotel@streamyx.com www.queensparkhotel.com.my

Mimosa Hotel Melaka 108, Jalan Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka 06 -2821113 06 -2819122 mimosah@tm.net.my www.mimosahotel.com

SHT Palace Hotel 201, Jalan Munshi Abdullah, 75100 Melaka 06 -2825355

Syaz Meridien Hotel G-26, Jalan PM 13, Plaza Mahkota, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka 06 -282 4343 info@syazmeridienhotel.com.my syazmeridienhotel.com.my

SelectStar Hotel 303, Jalan Gajah Berang, 75200 Melaka 06 -2811666 06 -2811668 slecstar@tm.net.my www.selectstar.com.my

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Courtyard @ Heeren Boutique Hotel 91, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock (Heeren St.), 75200 Melaka. 06 -2810088 06 -2824888 info@courtyardatheeren.com

Fenix Inn 156 Jalan Merdeka Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka. 06 -2815511 06 -284 2581 info@fenixinn.com www.fenixinn.com

The Sterling Lot 232, Jalan Temenggong, Melaka 75100, Malaysia 06 -283 1188 www.thesterling.my

Homestay Seri Tanjung Homestay 4926, Tingkat 1, Bangunan Mara, Jalan Besar, 78300 Masjid Tanah, Melaka. 013 - 613 8821 (Mohd Yusof Saleh) 014 - 266 8821 info@seritanjungtourshomestay.com.my

Alai Homestay KM7.6, Jalan Hj Said, Kg Alai, 75460 Melaka 019- 6666649/ 016- 6666649 06 -2847130

Parit Penghulu Homestay KM32, Jalan Parit Penghulu, 77400 Sungai Rambai, Melaka 019-6442380 06 -2658050

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Kampung Ayer Limau Homestay Batu 19.5, Jalan Sek Lama, Ayer Limau, 78300, Masjid Bana, Melaka. 017-3565750 zohaimie@gmail.com

Kampung Morten Homestay 287B Rumah Awam Banda Hilir 012-2290848 / 06 -2839400

Tambak Paya Homestay KM 16, Kg Seberang Anak Air, Tiang Dua, 75460 Melaka. 012-6697269

Pulai Homestay JA 5395, KM16, Kampung Pulai, Jalan Besar Muar- Melaka, 77300 Merlimau, Melaka 017-6832162 06 -2616330

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Public Transportation

By Road Sentral: 6062881323 Melaka Sentral Bus Station Tel: 06-2843600 Bus Service: Old Railway Station, Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2272 1586 / 3634

Emergency Line 6062824958 6062319135 6062854114

Police Tourist Fire Department Imigration

Credit Cards American Express Diner’s Club Visa International MasterCard International

By Rail KTM Intercity Services Keretapi Tanah Melayu Tampin Station Tel: 6064411034 KL Call Centre: 60322671200

+603-2050 0000 +603-2730 3388 +603-2096 1779 1-800-80-4594

Car Rentals Anna Rent A Car Tel: +6062835626 Avis Rent A Car Tel: +6062846710 Hawk Rent A Car Tel: +6062837878 Shamus Car Rental Tel: +6062817710 Auto Route Travel Tel: +6062823776

By Sea ICQS Complex, Muara Sungai Melaka, Jalan Kota Laksamana, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka. Tel: 06- 2923320 Fax: 06-2834855

Interstate Coaches Melaka – K.L. Express Tel:+ 6062822503, Tel 603 238 1578 Metrobus Express Tel: +6062823636 Tel: +60320311154 Jebat Express: Tel: +6062849940 Tel: +6032380202 Transnasional Express Tel:+ 6062820687 Tel: +60320782563 Melaka – Ipoh - Butterworth – Penang S.E. Express Tel: +6062824327

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127 Banks

Melaka – Johor Bahru – Singapore Melaka – Singapore Express Tel: +6062824470 Tel: +60622935915 Melaka- Kuantan – Dungun – Kota Bharu – Kuala Terengganu Cepat Express Tel: +6062843600 SKA Express Tel: +6062814307

EON Bank Bhd +606-282 7088 Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd +606-284 7654 Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd +606-281 0753 Maybank +606-232 7888 Hong Leong Bank Bhd +606-284 2311

Mobile Service Provider

CIMB Bank Bhd +606-284 8960

Maxis Communications www.maxis.com.my

+603-7492 2123

Public Bank Bhd +606-232 7208

Digi Telecommunications www.digi.com.my

+603-5721 1800

HSBC Bank Malaysia Bhd +606-280 8500

Celcom www.celcom.com.my

+603-3630 8888

RHB Bank Bhd +606-284 0473

U Mobile www.u.com.my

+603-2117 9888

TMNet Streamyx www.tm.net.my

United Overseas Bank (M) Bhd +606-283 8841

1300-88-9515

Jaring www.jaring.com.my

+603-8991 7080

Airzed www.airzed.com

+603-6203 5181

TIMEdotNet Berhad www.time.net.my

+603-2710 6200

Government Organization The Governor’s Oice Jalan Seri Negeri, Ayer Keroh 75450 Melaka Tel: 6062333333 State Secretary Block Temenggong Level 4, Seri Negeri Tel: 6062328100 Internal Audit & Public Complaint Division No. 12-1 & 14-1, TU 2, Taman Tasek Utama, Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka Tel: 6062331240

Airlines Malaysia Airline Firely Air Asia Sky Park Subang Japan Airlines Korean Airlines Singapore Airlines Cathay Paciic Thai Airways Garuda Indonesia China Airlines British Airways Air India Emirates Royal Brunei

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Melaka Education Fund Level 3, Block Laksamana, Seri Negeri Tel: 6062307239 1300-88-3000 +603-7845 4543 1-300-88-9933 +603-8775 4000 +603-7845 1717 1-800-81-3366 1-800-81-3333 +603-2144 0200 +603-2692 3122 +603-2978 3377 +603-2091 2900 +603-2162 2811 +603-2142 7344 +603-2167 6006 +603-2142 0166 +603-2072 5288 +603-2070 6628

Ministry of Tourism Malaysia Aras 1, Kompleks Kementerian Pelancongan, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka. Tel: 06-231 8200 Melaka Immigration oice 2Nd Floor, Bangunan Persekutuan,jalan Hang Tuah, Melaka 6062824955 Ministry of Foreign Afairs Wisma Putra, No. 1, Jalan Wisma Putra, Precint 2, Federal Government Administrative Centre, 62602, Putrajaya, Wilayah Perekutuan Putrajaya 03-8887 4000

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128 Health Oice Jasin Jasin, 77000 Melaka +6065292333 Pharmaceutical Enforcement Unit Melaka State Health Department, Jalan Mufti Hj. Khalil 75760 Melaka +6062844630

Tourist Information Centre TIC Tourist Malaysia Melaka, Bangunan Surau Warisan Dunia, Jalan Kota , 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Tel: 06- 2836220 Tourist Information Center Ayer Keroh Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka Tel: 06-2324688

Government Hospitals

Melaka Sentral Tel: 06-2881340

Information Counters at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) The Main Terminal Building (MTB) The Contact Pier (CP) The Satellite Building (SAT)

+603-8776 4386 +603-8776 0259 +603-8776 2454

Hospital Melaka Jalan Mufti Haji Kalil, 75400 Melaka Tel:+ 6062822344 Hospital Jasin Jalan Jasin, Jasin, 77000 Melaka Tel: +6065294636 Hospital Alor Gajah Jalan ALor Gajah, Alor Gajah, 78000 Melaka Tel: +6065562333

Food Delivery Private Hospitals Nandoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s:

+606-232 6555

MC Donalds

1300-13-1300

Dominoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza

1-300-888-333

Kenny Rogers

1-300-88-8878

Pizza Hut

1-300-88-2525

Travel & Accomodation Association

Putra Specialist Hospital (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd. 169, Jalan Bendahara, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia. Tel : 06-283 5888 Fax : 06-281 0518

Malaysian Association of Hotels www.hotels.org.my

+603-4251 8477

Malaysia Budget Hotel Association www.budgethotel.org.my

+603-2141 2313

Mahkota Medical Centre Jalan Merdeke, 75000 Melaka Tel: +6062813333

Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents www.matta.org.my

+603-9287 6881

Hospital Pantai Ayer Keroh No. 2418-1, KM8, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka Tel: +6062319999

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