During
the trip we have learned a lot of knowledge and got many experiences. This task
not only made us to accomplish it but it made us realized how important to get
know the history of that place and the story behind all the building that stay
in Malacca. It is a good thing because the government decided to keep those
buildings for everyone especially youth’s watch. For the example, Memorial
Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan or in English, Memorial Declaration of Independence
at first was a building for British, Malacca Club. Besides that, we also amazed
with all the signs and notes at each places which really help us to understand
and the information there guided us
TOURISM MANAGEMENT
Wednesday, 8 March 2017
BECA/RICKSHAW
The
best way to celebrate and appreciate the panoramic city of Malacca to walk
slowly while sitting rest rickshaw ride. The rickshaw will take you through the
streets and alleys in the center of this historic city, which often will be
missed if you decide to walk alone. This spot can be rented by the hour or by
the distance of the journey and it is based in Stadthuys. The rickshaw are
beautifully decorated with amazing and unique design and the cost of the ride is
RM 30 per hour for each rickshaw can be sit by 2 average weight adult with
probably a child. And there is a clear signboard located near Jonker street
entrance and the clock tower that states clearly the rental rates.This
rickshaws are quite happening, some are fully equipped with sound systems and
PA speakers so as the rider takes the customers around, you can hear music
coming out from the rickshaw. There was a Malay family and one rickshaw played
Malay songs or the others song when they ride it. The tourists also can have so
much fun and great experience by riding the rickshaw that take through the
streets of historic city.
Melaka Stamp Museum
This building was the former Melaka
State Museum, also known as the ‘Sekolah Gambar’. It was originally used as the
residence for Dutch dignitaries living in Melaka.
The building has the shape and
characteristics of western architecture with local roof, doors and windows. It
was constructed using local materials. This museum opens every day from 9.00
a.m. to 5.00 p.m. The ticket price for adult citizen and adult foreigner is RM
3.00. The price ticket for children citizen and children rofeigner is RM 2.00.
The Museum building was originally used
as the residence for Dutch dignitaries living in Malacca until the end of World
War II after which the building into the Malacca State Museum.
On 19th March 1954, G.E.Wisdom the Resident Commissioner of Melaka converted
this building to a museum. However, in 1982, the museum was moved to the
Stadhuys. Now it houses Melaka Stamp Museum.
The Malacca Islamic Foundation took over
the building and used it for several years until the Enforcement Unit of the
Malacca Municipal Council took over.
In 2004, the building was restored by
the Department of Museum and Antiquity and handed over to the Malacca State
Government. In 2007, the state government, in cooperation with Pos Malaysia,
decided to set up the Malacca Stamp Museum at the building.
Results Pos Malaysia Cooperation with
Government Melaka, Melaka Then comes the STAMP Museum In 2007, with the tagline
‘’ Keranamu, Dunia Menjadi Indah ‘’.
Stamp not only represent the payment has
been clear for mail delivery, it also represents a country, a nation and a
recording of natural beauty and a reminder of certain milestones.
The Department of Museums and Antiquity
has gazetted it as an ancient monument according to Section 15 of the Antiquities Act 168/1976
RIVER CRUISE MALACCA
The Malacca River is the river that cuts across
Malacca town, on its way to the Straits of Malacca. It separates the civic
district clustered at the foot of St Paul's Hill, from the residential and
commercial district of Heeren Street and Jonker Street. A flotilla of small
boats transports sightseers up and down past historic buildings, old warehouses
(godowns), interesting mangrove stands, churches, and villages. The 1998 Sean
Connery movie Entrapment was partially filmed here. Tours last about 45 minutes
in boats ranging from 20- to 40-seaters, and normally a minimum of eight
passengers is required before departure.
Their
open hours are 9.00am until 12.00am and there is no any holiday.
The
admission fees are for non My card holder; Adult-RM15.00 and Children RM7.00.
While for My card holder; Adult-RM10.00 and Children RM5.00. And for those who
have student will get special price, RM7.50 per person.
JONKER WALK
Jonker
Street isthe centre street of Chinatown and was once renowned for its antique
shops. However over the years it has turned to clothing and crafts outlets as
well as restaurants. The best part of Jonker Street is the night market on
Fridays and Saturdays that sells everything from tasty treats to cheap
keepsakes. The street houses many shops selling antiques, textiles, handicrafts
and souvenirs. On the weekends, starting Friday night at 6pm, the road is
closed off for traffic and turns in a very crowded night market. Nice
experience in night market when we use to gathered with family and friends ,
buying and searching for a unique and amazing things such as crafts, bracelets
and others thing.
DATARAN PAHLAWAN MELAKA MEGAMALL
The biggest lifestyle shopping megamall in Melaka
that houses international fashion brands, international and local F&B favourites,
entertainment centres, movie cinema, karaoke etc. Linked to 2 hotels (Hatten
Hotel and Estadia Hotel), Dataran Pahlawan is located right in the middle of
UNESCO Heritage Sites and alongside the famous A Famosa.
The current tenants, Padini Concept
Store, Mac City, Golden Screen Cinemas, Charles & Keith, Royal Selangor,
Brands Outlet, F.O.S., Urban Food Hall, KFC, Ms READ, Skechers, Uniqlo, Esprit,
MNG, Terranova, Subway, Sakae Sushi, JOM Coffee, BBQ Plaza, Dragon-I, Souper
Taang, Voir Gallery, Adidas, Cotton On, Black Canyon, Guardian, Watson, Wongkok
Char Chan Teng, Aldo, Victoria Secret, SK Jewellery, Guess, G2000, Sub
TAMING SARI TOWER
The tower was opened to the public on 18 April
2008 and officiated by Malacca Chief Minister Mohd Ali Rustam on 17 May 2008.
The height of the tower is 110 meters. The capacity of the carriage is 80
passengers and the ride lasts for 7 minutes. The name is adapted from Sari
Keris, a mythical weapon is said to has possessive power belongs to the local
legendary warrior Hang Tuah. The structure design of the tower follows the
shape of the Keris. Operation hour 10.00am to 11.00pm – Daliy. Admission fee,
Adult Rm23.00 and Child Rm15.00(Below 12 years old). Mykad holder, Adult
Rm17.00 and Child Rm11.00(Below 12 years old).
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