Malay and Islamic World Museum, Islamic cultural museum in Malacca, Malaysia.
The Malay and Islamic World Museum contains exhibits about the spread of Islam, including manuscripts, artifacts, and maps displaying historical empires across floors.
The museum building, known as Bastion House, served as a regional office for the Dunlop rubber company from 1910 until 1986.
The collection includes traditional Malay musical instruments, wedding jewelry, antique irons, and exhibits about regional figures from Malaysia and Indonesia.
Located at coordinates 2.1916515°N and 102.2498395°E, the museum opens daily from 9 AM to 5:30 PM with different rates for locals and foreigners.
The top floor features a large model of Pagaruyung Grand Palace, an Indonesian structure that no longer exists due to Dutch military actions.
Location: Malacca
Inception: 2012
Official opening: October 2012
Floors above the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 2.19165,102.24984
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:43
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