Melaka's attraction lies in its rich and colorful past. Melaka has renowned as the place where the history of Malaysia began. From a quiet fishing village back in the early 15th century, Melaka grew into one of the world's greatest trading empires. In the 16th century, Melaka gained a reputation as the foremost maritime trading centre in the region. Merchants came from as far as Arabia, China, India and Europe to conduct trade in silk, spices, gold and porcelain.
Today, there's a lot more to Melaka; in addition ot its fascinating stories, legends and historical attractions. Centuries of multi-racial living cultures have produced varied customs, festivals, food and languages. Melaka is located in Peninsular Malaysia, facing the Melaka Straits and covers an area of 1,658sq.km, which divided into three districts namely Alor Gajah, Melaka Tengah and Jasin.
Melaka has so much to offer and become the melting pot of all races.
From its historical heritage site to cultural richness. The inception of Melaka as the Historic Cities of the Straits of Melaka, together with Georgetown, on 7th July 2008 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has demonstrated a succession of its historical and cultural ascendancy as a trading part linking from the East to the West.
