Malacca has been a trade port since its beginning. Arabs, Bengalis, Malabarese, Persians and Tamils from the west; Javanese, Sudanese along with the Sulu people from the archipelago; Burmese, Chinese, Khmers, along with Thais, came to this land for trading. In return, everyone them left a component of their culture. Perhaps one of the most effective things they left in exchange were their temples. Temples are located throughout Malacca, and several of the distinguished ones include:
The Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
Built in 1781, this is one of the most importantly temples in-built the whole country. The temple was created on land or perhaps a conferred from the Dutch and till this date has served as an active spiritual and social center for Hindu community. It is a good spot to crash if you have a fascination for old temples.
Orders This temple sits at the junction between Jalan Tukang Emas and Jalan Hang Kasturi.
Nearby Attractions
Other places worth visiting nearby the temple add some Kampung Kling Mosque, the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the Hang Kasturi Mausoleum, along with the Hang Jebat Mausoleum.
The Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Termed as the ‘Temple of Evergreen Clouds’, the Chen Hoon Teng Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist Chinese temples in Malaysia. Previously it was constructed in 1646 with building materials shipped straight from China. It houses the statue of Kuan Yin (The Goddess of Mercy). The mythological figures, beautiful carvings and nice lacquer work of this temple allow it to be unique and definitely worth a call. What’s more, the temple received the distinction of being cited in the UNESCO list of the Award of Merit to its Culture Heritage Conservation. It is open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Directions
This temple is found at Jalan Tokong near Hang Kasturi’s Mausoleum. The temple is within very close to famous Jonker Street.
Nearby Attractions
Other places worth visiting near the temple include the Hang Kasturi Mausoleum, the Kampung Kling Mosque, along with the Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi temple.
Poh San Teng Temple
Founded by Kapitan Chua Su Cheong, it is a graveyard temple of Poh San Teng. The important god for this Chinese temple is ‘Tua Pek Kong’. The temple works as a spot where prayer for all those those kinds of people buried in Bukit China in order that they could well be guided properly.
Orders This temple is located at Jalan Munshi Abdullah near Hang Li Poh’s Well.
Nearby Sights Other places worth visiting close to the temple add some Hang Li Poh’s Well, the Palace Hotel, and Bukit China. For more hotel information , visit Melaka Hotel