Melaka's historic district is a wonderful area where you can find two mausoleums of great Malay warriors, several outstanding temples, the Chinese Opera Theater, traditional Malay houses and excellent shops. This part of the city embraces its rich history and welcomes all visitors. Take this tour to see the most interesting attractions in Old Melaka!
1) Hang Jebat's Mausoleum
Located on Jalan Kampung Kuli Street, Hang Jebat's Mausoleum houses the remains of Hang Jebat, a Malay warrior and one of the five great soldiers from the time of the Malacca Sultanate. This tomb was built in the Achinese style and dates back to approximately the 14th century.
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2) Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia. It is located on Jalan Tokong, or Temple Street, near the Kampung Kling Mosque. This beautiful temple was built in the 1780s by the Hindu community of Melaka and is dedicated to Vinayagar, or Ganesh, the elephant goddess.
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3) Jalan Hang Jebat (Jonker Street)
Jonker Street is also known as Jonker Walk or Jalan Hang Jebat (in the Malay language). It is a pleasant street in Chinatown, which is home to a vast array of stores. Here you will find unique antique items, wood-carved statues, household products, clothing, accessories and souvenirs.
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4) Kampong Kling Mosque
Kampong Kling Mosque is located between the Chong Hoe Hotel and Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple. This historic religious building was constructed by Indian merchants in the 18th century and is considered one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia.
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5) Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
The Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is a Taoist temple in Melaka, which is the oldest functioning temple in the country. Featuring a magnificent main gate along Jalan Tokong, the Cheng Hoon Teng temple consists of a complex of several prayer halls, with a large main prayer hall dedicated to the goddess of mercy, Kuan Yin. One of the most dramatic features of the temple is the tall, red flag pole facing the left wing of the main prayer hall. This wing houses the remains of two of the three Kapitans who contributed to the construction of the temple.
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6) Traditional Chinese Opera Theatre
The traditional Chinese Opera Theater is located just across the street from the prominent Cheng Hoon Teng Temple and forms a part of the Cheng Hoon Teng temple complex. The theater has a nicely constructed performance stage and was restored in the late 1990s.
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7) Kampung Keteh
Kampung Keteh is located just beside the Traditional Chinese Opera Theater. It is a small rural community, which consists of seven residential houses, including the residence of the celebrated Malay writer Munshi Abdullah and the mausoleum of Acheh General.
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8) Jonker Gallery
Located on Jonker Street, the Jonker Gallery specializes in selling locally-made merchandise. Here you can find souvenirs, clothing, accessories, retro handbags and casual footwear made by local artists and craftspeople.
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9) Hang Kasturi's Mausoleum
Located on Jalan Hang Jebat, or Jonker Street, Hang Kasturi's Mausoleum is an old burial ground where you will find the tomb of Hang Kasturi, one of the five great Malay soldiers famous in time of the Malacca Sultanate. Hang Kasturi's Mausoleum dates back to approximately the 15th century or before.
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