Malacca

Temples & religious sites

Malacca Straits Mosque

A mosque on Malacca Island in Malaysia, set right along the strait. It's a great spot to take in an exotic waterfront view while exploring.

Temples & religious sites

Kampung Hulu Mosque

Located in downtown Malacca, this is the oldest mosque in the area, built in the 1720s. It's a great place to take a close look at its distinctive minaret, which blends Javanese and Malay architectural styles.

Temples & religious sites

Tranquerah Mosque

A mosque in Malacca built in 1728, which served as the area's main mosque until Al-Azim Mosque was built. Right beside it stands the tomb of Sultan Hussein Shah of Johor.

Temples & religious sites

Al Azim Mosque

Al-Azim Mosque is Malacca's state mosque, standing next to a general hospital, the Al-Quran Museum, and the state heroes' mausoleum. It opened in 1990 to replace the former Tranquerah Mosque and remains an active place of worship and pilgrimage for local residents.

Zoos & aquariums

Melaka Zoo and Bird Park

This zoo in Malacca, Malaysia is home to some 1,200 animals of various species. A night safari is also on offer, so visitors can enjoy the park's different charms by day and by night.

Temples & religious sites

Kampung Kling Mosque

A historic mosque on Jalan Tukang Emas, also known as Harmony Street, in Malacca. It stands near Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, making it easy to visit all three on foot.

Museums & galleries

Malacca Sultanate Palace Museum

A museum at the foot of St. Paul's Hill in Malacca that recreates the Sultanate's palace in wood, based on old Malay chronicles. Visitors can see firsthand the traditional technique of using wooden pegs instead of nails.

Temples & religious sites

Christ Church, Malacca

Christ Church was built in the 18th century during Dutch colonial rule and stands in the heart of Malacca. Known as Malaysia's oldest Protestant church, it holds particular historical significance.