Book Village Malaysia Melaka / Kampung Buku Melaka, Malaysia

Hi readers,

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Today, i would like to brief about Malacca Book Village. It was officially launched by Datuk Seri Hj. Mohd Ali bin Mohd Rustam, Chief Minister of Malacca on the  7 April 2007. Currently, its is the only book village in operation in Malaysia. It is the 5th book village in Asia and the 33rd in the world to be established. As a member of the International Organisation of Book Towns (IOB) and the Book Town Movement, it adopts the concept of traditional book towns and villages found around the world like in Germany, Norway and Wales but with local adaptations.

There are approximately 15,000 books in the book village that are available for reading, reference and purchase which are supplied by 8 resident publishers with additional support from the Malacca State Government. In addition, our book village aims to carve a niche for itself as a reference and resource center for books and reading materials concerning the State of Malacca. This also includes books written by writers originating from Malacca. These books are housed and displayed in a special section named "Anjung Karyawan Melaka" and they cover topics on history, tourism, culture, fiction and biographies.

Location

Kampung Buku Malaysia Melaka is located in Ayer Keroh, not far from Botanical Garden. A house in a modern 2 storey glass paneled building infused with elements of traditional Malay architecture.  Surrounded by abundant greenery and flora in the natural tropical rain forest,  visitors will enjoy the cool atmosphere and soothing sounds of local birds and creatures. Small animals like monkeys, squirrels and jungle lizards can also be frequently sighted. Besides that, the garden is also home to colorful and interesting insects like butterflies millipedes, praying mantises and dragonflies.

How to get there:

Opening Hours

        DAY                                                                        OPENING HOURS
Monday                                                                                    Closed
Tuesday – Thursday                                                          9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Friday                                                                               9.00 am – 12.30 pm
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays                                   9.00 am – 6.00 pm

Contact :

Hang Tuah Jaya Corporation (PHTJ)

Aras 3, Wisma Negeri

Bandar MITC,Hang Tuah Jaya

75450 Ayer Keroh

Melaka

Tel: 06-2323653 Fax: 06-2324764

Email: info@phtj.gov.my

 Web: www.phtj.gov.my

credit to : Malacca's Book Village

Happy 10th Anniversary Malacca!!

Hi Readers,

Today, 15th April 2013.  My hometown celebrating 10th Anniversary of Declaration Malacca as a Historical City. It's means PUBLIC HOLIDAY in Malacca. 

Yes, I love it. It time to relax.  

For other States, please do not jealous, okay?

Malacca Duck Tours @ Melaka Duck Tours

 

Hi Peeps,

Today I would like to story about Malacca Duck Tours / Melaka Duck Tours. The only amphibious vehicle for tourist in Malaysia. Feel the adventure land & sea using Malacca Duck Tours. It nice to person who loves the nature.  You must try at least once in a lifetime. 

It takes around 45 minutes to 1 hours journey. Pick up point and ended point at the same place -  in front of Malacca Taming Sari. You should refer to this map for route info.

There is one conductor in every Duck Tours to brief about Malacca History along the journey. Free seated, first come first serve basis.  For safety, life jacket will provide. You may experience light sprinkle of water when The Duck splashing into straits of Malacca. 

Operation Hour :

Daily 9.00am-6.00pm (Depends on weather) - Close if heavy rain.

Additional hour available during peak season (Public Holiday/School Holidays)

Ticket : 

You can buy the ticket at the counter booth in front of Malacca Taming Sari.

Contact : 

Melaka Duck Tours 

Menara Taming Sari Kiosk

Jalan Merdeka

75000 BandaHilir, Melaka

Tel : 06 292 2595 (Counter)

     06 292 5595 (Office)

Fax: 06 292 2595 (Counter)

   06 2818235 (Office)

Email : melakaducktours@yahoo.com

Credit to : Melaka Duck Tours

Malacca River Cruise

Hi readers,

Today, I would like to talk about The Malacca River Cruise. This is the great way to see the sights of Malacca at a leisurely place, in comfort and without breaking the natures.It takes 45 minutes per trip (around 9 km - 2 way)

The Cruise

The River Cruise is where the town began and it has played a key role in Malacca's colorful history. Taking a River Cruise is like seeing Malacca from the back door.

A few decades ago the river was a stinking waterway lined with decaying houses on stilts and the untidy rear side of crumbling shop-houses.

In recent years it has had a major face lift  Yes, there has been a lot of new development but at the same time an effort has been made to preserve many of the historic buildings and bridges along the river.

Even the newer buildings have been painted with colorful murals depicting different aspects of Malacca's rich history and culture. Nice scenery to who are love the natures.



You must try Malacca River Cruise when you come to Malacca. When you come at night many of the sights alongside the river are illuminated with colorful lights. If you go during the day you will get a better view of the murals and the building. My suggestion, go at sunset so that you can see both day and night. The choice is up to you.  :)



Day View

Spice Garden Jetty

Night View

River Cruise Jetty

1. Muara Jetty  

2. Spice Garden Jetty / Taman Rempah Jetty (Parking)

Ticket Info 

Category                                                          Price (RM)

Malaysian Citizen                                

Adult                                                                  10.00

Children (Below 12years)                                         5.00      

Foreigner

Adult                                                                  15.00

Children (Below 12years)                                         5.00      

Operating Hours

Open daily from 9 am to 11:30pm.

Boats depart roughly every 30 minutes.

The River Cruise Route

Contact

The Melaka River Cruise :  06 281 4322/23 (Office Hour)

Spice Garden / Taman Rempah Jetty : 06-2861530.

Muara Jetty : 06-2861531.

Credit to : http://www.malaysia-traveller.com/melaka-river-cruise.html

Malacca Taming Sari Tower a.k.a Menara Taming Sari

Hello guys! How are you today? I hope you'll fine. :)

Today, I would like to talk about Malacca Taming Sari Tower or as known as Menara Taming Sari. It located in Banda Hilir, Malacca. You will find here : Map to Menara Taming Sari

From a height of 80 meters  the ride offers you a spectacular and panoramic view of Malacca UNESCO World Heritage City and a far with a host of interesting sights such as St.Paul’s Hill, Independence Memorial Building, Samudra Museum and the ship, Flor De La Mar, Dataran Pahlawan, Pulau Selat Mosque, Pulau Besar and the Straits of Melaka. That apart you will also see the fast and rapid development taking place in the state.

Take a ride and make your visit to historical Malacca, a truly joyous and memorable one. This view from 80 meters. You should try once!

Custom Complex

Flor De La Mar

the Straits of Melaka

Museum

Dataran Pahlawan

TOWER SPECIFICATIONS

Tower Name	Menara Taming Sari (360 degree viewing tower)
Cost	RM 24 million together with support building (Melaka house)
Height	110 meter
Passenger Capacity	66 passengers
Technology	Switzerland
Ride Duration	7 Minutes
Operation Hour	10.00 am to 10.00 pm – Daily

FARE / PUBLISH RATE MALACCA TAMING SARI TOWER

Admission Fee

Adult

 

RM 20.00

Child

 

RM 10.00 (Below 12 years Old)

Mykad holder (For Mykad holder kindly present you card for discount)

Adult

 

RM 10.00

Child

 

RM 5.00

Student Rate

Non Mykad Holder

 

RM 16.00

My Kad Holder

 

RM8

MINI RIDER

FIRST IN MELAKA !

Experience the excitement of 3D movies with our MINIRIDER.

The package is available on weekdays only.

PACKAGE

SUPER RIDE

Non MyCard                                                                RM

Adult

 

RM 20.00

Child

 

RM 10.00

With MyCard

Adult

 

RM 15.00

Child

 

RM 10.00

Inclusive of : 1 Muffin, 1 Juice, 1 Ticket

SPECIAL RIDE

Non MyCard                                                               RM

Adult

 

RM 20.00

Child

 

RM 10.00

With MyCard

Adult

 

RM 15.00

Child

 

RM 10.00

Inclusive of : 1 Merchandise (1 Keychain / 1 Fridge Magnet / 2 postcard), 1 Juice, 1 Ticket

For Travel agent Rate:

Kindly contact Sales & Marketing Dept for more info :  06-2881100

Person in Charge : Mohd Husni Husin/ Rushdan/ Nora

COMPANY CONTACT INFO :

Address  Jalan Merdeka Banda Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia.

Tel

06-2881100

06-2813366

Fax  06-2881551

Credit to : http://menaratamingsari.com/

A Famosa a.k.a Kota A Famosa

Hi readers,

Today i would like to talk about A Famosa's history. Have U been there Guys? 

A Famosa get name from Malay: Kota A Famosa;  "The Famous" in Portuguese) is a Portuguese fortress located in Malacca, Malaysia. It is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia. The Porta de Santiago, a small gate house, is the only remaining part of the fortress still standing.

The name is often mispronounced Famosa, even among Malaysians, as though the Portuguese definite article a were the English letter A. A more authentic pronunciation would be "A" Famosa.

History

In 1511, a Portuguese fleet arrived under the command of Afonso de Albuquerque. His forces attacked and defeated the armies of the Malacca Sultanate. Moving quickly to consolidate his gains, Albuquerque had the fortress built around a natural hill near the sea. Albuquerque believed that Malacca would become an important port linking Portugal to the Spice Route in China. At this time other Portuguese were establishing outposts in such places as Macau, China and Goa, India in order to create a string of friendly ports for ships heading to China and returning home to Portugal.

The fortress once consisted of long ramparts and four major towers. One was a four-story keep, while the others held an ammunition storage room, the residence of the captain, and an officers' quarters. Most of the village clustered in town houses inside the fortress walls. As Malacca's population expanded it outgrew the original fort and extensions were added around 1586.

The fort changed hands in 1641 when the Dutch drove the Portuguese out of Malacca. The Dutch renovated the gate in 1670, which explains the logo "ANNO 1670" inscribed on the gate's arch. Above the arch is a bas-relief logo of the Dutch East India Company.

The fortress changed hands again in the early 19th century when the Dutch handed it over to the British to prevent it from falling into the hands of Napoleon's expansionist France. The English were wary of maintaining the fortification and ordered its destruction in 1806. The fort was almost totally demolished but for the timely intervention of Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of Singapore, who happened to visit Malacca in 1810. Because of his passion for history, this small gate was spared from destruction.

Archaeological finding

In late November 2006, a structure part of the fort, believed to be the Middelsburgh Bastion was accidentally uncovered during the construction of 110 meter revolving tower in Malacca Town.[1] The construction of the tower was ceased and its site was subsequently shifted to the popular district of Bandar Hilir on Jalan Merdeka where it was officially opened to the public on the 18th of April, 2008. Malacca Museums Corporation suspects the structure was built by the Dutch during the Dutch occupation of Malacca from 1641 to 1824.

Earlier in June 2003, a watchtower named Santiago Bastion was discovered during the construction of Dataran Pahlawan.

That's all for today. 

Bye