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THE 'A' FORMOSA
The hallmark of Malacca and perhaps the most photographed subject next to
the Stadhuys. Built by the Portuguese in 1511 as a fortress it sustained severe
structural damage during the Dutch Invasion. The Dutch had set to destroy it but
timely intervention by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1808 saved what remains of A Famosa today.
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THE STADHUYS
Built in 1650 as the official residence of Dutch Governors and their officers, the edifice is a fine example
of Dutch architecture.Preserved in its original structure and form , it now houses the
Historic Museum and Ethnography Museum. On display daily are fine traditional bridal costumes
and relics from Malacca's glorious past.
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THE CHRIST CHURCH
Standing exactly as it has always been since 1753, the church is testimony to Dutch
architectural ingenuity. Take note of the church's handmade pews, ceiling beams
constructed without joins, Brass Bible, tombstone written in Armenian and 'Last Super'
in glazed tiles.
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SAM PO KONG TEMPLE
Dedicated to Admiral Cheng Ho, the temple was named after a fish that miraculously
saved the admiral's ship from sinking after it had been hit by a storm enroute to Malacca
from China. The fish mysteriously placed itself against a damaged hull preventing the ship
from taking on water.
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St. Paul's Church
Built by a Portuguese Captain by the name of Duarte Coelho, the chapel was turned by the Dutch into a burial ground for their nobel dead and renamed it 'St. Paul's Church' from the Portuguese's 'Our Lady Of The Hill'. St. Francis Xavier was briefly enshrined in the open grave in 1553 before being shipped to Goa, India.
St. Francis Xavier's Church
Built in 1849, by Reverend Farve, a Frenchman, the Gothic towered church is dedicated to St. Francis Xavier is well-remembered for his missionary work spreading Catholocism to South East Asia in the 16th Century.
Cheng Hoon Teng's Temple
The oldest Chinese temple in the country. It was built in 1646 with materials shipped out of China. Fine workmanship is evident in the ornately decorated mythological figures, carvings,and lacquer work inside the temple.
Malaysia Youth Museum
The museum is dedicated to the contribution made by the youth in the country economic and social well-being of the country. The noble efforts evident at regional, national and international levels are displayed at the museum
Proclamation Of Independence Memorial
Built in 1912, the former club house of Malacca Club now houses invaluable exhibits of the country's struggle leading to the independence.Exhibits are in the form of relics, manuscripts, video tapes, film and slides.
Hang Jebat's Mausoleum
The champion of justice who died a tragic death. Hang Jebat was unceremoniously killed by Hang Tuah in a duel of honour that lasted 3 days and 3 nights. He run amuck after suffering a fatal wound from Hang Tuah's dagger, 'Keris Taming Sari'. In the name of justice to avenge the sultan's hasty the punishment against Hang Tuah for a crime he didn't commit, Hang Jebat was accused by Hang Tuah of 'durhaka' (contumacy).
Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
One of the first Hindu temple built in the country at the turn of the century. It was built on the plot given by the Dutch.
Kampung Kling's Mosque
One of the oldest mosques in the country with Sumatran architectural features. Instead of a conventional dome, a three tier roof rising like a pyramid is in place. A minaret peculiar in shape from a typical moorish style, is structured like a Pagoda portraying the mixture of East- West archtectural influence.
Maritime Museum
The Museum is constructed fter 'Flora De La Mar', the Portuguese ship that sank off the Coast of Malacca on its way to Portugal. With its hull laden with invaluable treasures seized from Malacca, the ship was doomed from existence had it not for the efforts to Malacca's heritage. At the museum, visitor can get a closer look at Malacca from the famed Malay Sultanate of the 14th century to the Portuguese era, the Dutch era and the British era. There are exhibits of foreign ships that had once called at the port of Malacca during the height of its maritime hegemony.
Hang Kasturi's Mausoleum
Hang Kasturi studied 'silat'(Malay martial art) under the same tutelage as Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Hang Lekir and Hang Lekiu. He became one of the 'hulubalangs' (knights) that served Malacca together with Hang Tuah. Except for Hang Jebat, Hang Kasturi and others remained loyal to the sultan to their dying day.
Al Azim Mosque
Al Azim Mosque is a state mosque located at Bukit Palah, 2 km from Malacca city.
Kampung Hulu Mosque
Built in 1728 by Dato Shamsudin. It is the oldest mosque in Malaysia.Its unique archtectural style is not traceable to others in the country.
Tranquerah Mosque
Prominent in its architectural grandeur, the mosque is unique and bears testimony to the fact that Islam had its rightful place in Malacca almost 600 years ago. The tomb of Sultan Hussain of Johore is in the compound of the mosque. He was the ruler who signed the session of Singapore with Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819.
Malacca's Sultanate Palace
Built based on the description and reference to the palace in 'Sejarah Melayu(the Malay Annals), the wooden replica houses the Cultural Museum of Malacca. Situated at the foot of St. Paul 's Hill, it is the only Malay palace fromMalacca's glorious past built with such detail and refinement.
Mini Malaysia
A stupendous theme complex to enable visitors to view the traditional houses of the 13 states of Malaysia on a single visit. The complex displays life-size authentic houses of Malaysia crafted by master builders. Each house has been furnished with corresponding elements adding ambience of originality that capture the houses in their traditional setting.
Mini ASEAN
A unique theme park conceived as the summary of prominent cultural elements of the countries that make up ASEAN i.e. Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Phillipines, Singapore and Brunei.
Dutch Fort
About 49 km. from Malacca city on the route to Port Dickson stands a Dutch fort built in 1757. It stands on raised ground known as Bukit Supai(Sepoy's Hill).
Hang Tuah's Mausoleum
A fully decorated admiral of Malacca's naval forces who defended successfully, countless attacks against Malacca sovereignty from Siamese and Achinise fleets. Hang Tuah's outstanding performance as a military officer made him a legend that has graced many a court and the history of Malacca.
Hang Tuah's Well
Located in Kampung Duyong where Hang Tuah was born and spent his childhood among four of his good friends who would later become the famous knights of Malacca. The well is said to be the abode of his soul which takes the apparition. of a white crocodile. For a commoner to catch the glimpse of Hang Tuah is hardly likely. It is said that the holy among us can ever hope to see the apparition.
Tun Teja's Mausoleum
The daugter of Sri Amar Di Raja Pahang convinced by Hang Tuah to marry Sultan Mahmud Shah. Died a queen in Merlimau, about 24 km. from Malacca city, while retreating with members of Malacca royal family from Portuguese attack in 1511.
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