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Facts About Malacca: Geography of Malacca
Malacca is one of the thirteen states that comprise Malaysia. In fact it is the country's third largest state. It is bordered by Negeri Sembilan towards the north and Johor towards the east. The capital city of Malacca is Malacca Town. It is called the The Historical State. The capital city of Malacca is Malacca Town. Malacca is situated n the Straits of Malaysia, towards the southern part of Malay Peninsula. Malacca Town is located between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. The state of Malacca is landscaped by stunning beaches.
Malacca covers an area of 1,650 square kilometers. The state of Malacca consists of 3 districts namely the Central Melaka, Jasina and Alor Gajah. The island of Pulau Besar which lies off the coast of Malacca belongs to the state of Malacca.
Facts About Malacca: Demography of Malacca
The Malays and the Chinese form the bulk of the population of Malacca. The Malays form 57 percent of the population of Malacca while the Chinese form 32 percent of the population. The Indians and the Kristang ( Portugese origin) form the minority group.
Facts About Malacca: History of Malacca
History has it that Malacca was founded by a Srivijayan prince named Parameswara. He hailed from Palembang. He fled from Sumatra on being attacked by Majapahit in 1377 AD. He arrived in Malacca in 1400 AD. He discovered a good port in Malacca which was accessible in every season. With the help of the sea people of the Malay Straits he developed Malacca as an international port. Under his rule Malacca prospered. Its prosperity attracted many invasions like the Siamese, Portuguese, Dutch and later the British. Malacca was under the rule of the British East India Company and the Crown colony during 1826 to 1946. Later when the crown colony was dissolved Malacca became a part of Malaysia.
Facts About Malacca: Climate of Malacca
Malacca has a tropical climate. The state of Malacca is situated 3 degrees away from Equator, towards the north. The average yearly temperature ranges from 26 degree Celsius to 34 degree Celsius. There are thunder storms and tropical showers during March-May. They are known as the South Wester Monsoons. While during November-January Malacca faces North Easterly Monsoons.
Malacca Facts: Attractions in Malacca
- St. Peter’s Church
- A’ Famosa Water World
- Kampung Morten
- Dutch Square
- Auyin Hill Resort
- A’ Famosa (Porta De Santiago)
- Butterfly Farm
- Christ Church
- Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
- Jonker Street
- Queen Victoria’s Fountain
- Hang Li Poh’s Well
- Hokkien Huay Kuan (Clanhouse)
- Ayer Keroh Recreational Forest
- Tanjung Kling
- Chee Yam Chuan Temple
- Kelebang Besar
- Hang Tuah’s Well
- Ayer Keroh Lake
- Kampung Hulu Mosque
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