All about Malacca<\/p>\n
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Background: Malacca was founded by Sumatran prince
\nParameshwara during the early 1400s. In the following centuries,
\nit grew from a fishing village into a great cosmopolitan city.
\nMalacca became an important port and trading center for European
\nand Western countries. Merchants from all over the world came to
\ntrade spices, silk and other treasures. Some even settled in this
\nland \"flowing with milk and honey\". Over time, this coveted city
\nwas subject to Portuguese, Dutch and British rule.<\/p>\n
Getting There: Malacca is only accessible either from the
\nKuala Lumpur or Johor Bahru airports. However, getting to Malacca
\nfrom there is easy as buses and taxis are plentiful. If you
\nprefer to drive, Malacca is only three hours from Singapore and 1
\n1\/2 hours from Kuala Lumpur. Alternatively, you can also take the
\ntrain. Tampin, the nearest railway station, is only 45 minutes
\naway.<\/p>\n
Around town: The best way to discover the historical splendor
\nof Malacca is by walking along her narrow lanes and rows of
\nbeautiful centuries old houses and shops. Another great way is to
\nrent a trishaw. Always agree on the rates before taking the
\ntrishaw.<\/p>\n
Places of Interest: A' Famosa is the hallmark of Malacca and
\nperhaps the most photographed subject next to the Stadhuys. Built
\nby the Portuguese in 1511 as a fortress, it sustained severe
\nstructural damage during the Dutch Invasion. The Dutch had set to
\ndestroy it but timely intervention by Sir Stamford Raffles in
\n1808 saved what remains of A Famosa today.<\/p>\n
The Stadhuys, built in 1650 as the official residence of Dutch
\nGovernors and their officers, is a fine example of Dutch
\narchitecture. Preserved in its original structure and form , it
\nnow houses the Historic Museum and Ethnography Museum. On display
\ndaily are fine traditional bridal costumes and relics from
\nMalacca's glorious past.<\/p>\n
Christ Church, standing exactly as it has always been since
\n1753, is testimony to Dutch architectural ingenuity. Take note of
\nthe church's handmade pews, ceiling beams constructed without
\njoins, Brass Bible, tombstone written in Armenian and 'Last
\nSuper' in glazed tiles.<\/p>\n
Cheng Hoon Teng's Temple is the oldest Chinese temple in the
\ncountry. It was built in 1646 with materials shipped out of
\nChina. Fine workmanship is evident in the ornately decorated
\nmythological figures, carvings,and lacquer work inside the
\ntemple.<\/p>\n
Kampung Kling Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in the
\ncountry with Sumatran architectural features. Instead of a
\nconventional dome, a three tier roof rising like a pyramid is in
\nplace. A minaret peculiar in shape from a typical moorish style
\nis structured like a pagoda, portraying the mixture of East- West
\narchitectural influence.<\/p>\n
Tranquerah Mosque is prominent in its architectural grandeur,
\nthe mosque is unique and bears testimony to the fact that Islam
\nhad its rightful place in Malacca almost 600 years ago. The tomb
\nof Sultan Hussain of Johore is in the compound of the mosque. He
\nwas the ruler who signed the session of Singapore with Sir
\nStamford Raffles in 1819.<\/p>\n
Mini Malaysia is a stupendous theme complex to enable visitors
\nto view the traditional houses of the 13 states of Malaysia on a
\nsingle visit. The complex displays life-size authentic houses of
\nMalaysia crafted by master builders. Each house has been
\nfurnished with corresponding elements adding ambience of
\noriginality that capture the houses in their traditional setting.<\/p>\n
Malacca Zoo is home to more than 44 species of animals found
\nin Southeast Asia and Africa amidst natural settings. Rated the
\nbest zoo in this part of the country, it is an exciting place to
\ndiscover the animal kingdom at your own pace.<\/p>",
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