Malacca (Malay:Melaka)

Melaka is a city with a glorious past hidden behind each old buildings. Melaka is located on the southwestern coast Peninsular Of Malaysia, facing the Straits Of Melaka. The state is divided into 3 districts, that is Central Melaka, Alor Gajah and Jasin. It has a domestic airport terminal located at Batu Berendam. As for the climate, it’s generally warm and sunny in the days and cool in the nights.

Melaka’s Glorious Past (Malacca)

Melaka appeal lies in its rich and colourful past. Its 600 years of history is reflected in its ancient buildings, intriguing streets, delectable cuisine and unique cultural heritage. In the 16th century, Melaka enjoyed a reputation as the foremost maritime trading center in the region. Merchants came from as far as Arabia, China, India and Europe to conduct trade silk, spices, gold and porcelain.

Melaka’s history began in 1403 with the arrival of Parameswara, an exiled Hindu Prince from the Kingdom of Sri Vijaya in Sumatra. He assumed the title of Raja Iskandar when he embraced Islam and became the first ruler of this new kingdom which marked the early beginnings of the Melaka Sultanate.

In time, Melaka gained prominence as a vibrant maritime trading center and was conveted by several foreign powers. The Portuguese led by Alfonso d’ Albuquerque conquered Melaka in 1511 and colonised it for 130 years. The Dutch then came in 1641 and ruled for 154 years. They were followed by the British in 1824 who ruled until the country gained its independence. Melaka also experienced Japanese occupation from 1942 to 1945. After World War Two, nationalistic sentiments began to spread culminating in the proclamation of independence on 31st of August 1957.