Malacca City is the capital city of the Malaysian state of Malacca. As of 2019 it has a population of 579,000. Malacca City is one of the cleanest cities in South East Asia. It is the oldest Malaysian city on the Straits of Malacca, having become a successful entrepôt in the era of the Malacca Sultanate.
The Cheng Hoon Teng temple is a Chinese temple practicing the Three Doctrinal Systems of Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. The Cheng Hoon Teng temple is the oldest functioning temple in Malaysia.
Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple is one of the first Hindu temples built in Malaysia. The temple opened in 1781, the rectangular-shaped temple is on a plot of land that was donated by the religiously tolerant Dutch back in the day and features a Dutch architectural style.
The Kampung Kling Mosque is a historic mosque located at Jalan Tukang Emas, also known as "Harmony Street" because of its proximity to the Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple in the city of Malacca, Malaysia. It was built in 1748 by Indian Muslim traders and is one of the oldest mosques in the country.
Christ Church Melaka, also known as the Red Church, is a historic landmark located in Malacca City, Malaysia. It is a famous tourist attraction in the city and is known for its unique architecture and historical significance.
The Melaka Straits Mosque is known as Malacca's floating mosque as it is built on stilts above the sea. It was officially opened by Malaysia's King on 24th November 2006. It is constructed with modern Islamic design and craftsmanship. While the main dome is Middle Eastern in appearance, the four corner turrets are topped with typical Malaysian rooflines.
