Malacca UNESCO World Heritage City

Hi guys!! Welcome to my blog. Did you know that Malacca is UNESCO World Heritage City besides Pulau Pinang?

On 7 July 2008, Melaka was declared a World Heritage City by UNESCO. Its heritage buildings, cultural enclaves and places of worship are visited by history buffs and tourists from around the globe. Participate in the exciting anniversary celebrations to commemorate the historic occasion.

The anniversary celebration is held in front of the Independence Memorial next to the ruins of the 16th century Portuguese Santiago Gateway in Bandar Hilir on last 4 years, the night-long celebration was a colourful display of the city’s unique culture and heritage.

Besides the captivating dances by cultural troupes from the Malay, Chinese and Indian communities, spectators and special guests were also treated to cultural performances by Malacca’s unique communities such as the Baba-Nyonyas, Portuguese, Chittys and orang asli.

The brightest highlight of the night was a dazzling firework display at the end of the three-hour performances that was capped off by street dancing among performers and members of the public.

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