Shopping at Melaka
Of interest to shopping enthusiasts here are a wide choice of antique items, quaint handicraft products, art and deco pieces and a bewildering range of bric-a-brac. Modern shopping malls include Mahkota Parade, Jaya Jusco, The Store and Melaka Mall. Shopping complexes generally are open from 10.00am to 10.00pm, 7 days a week..
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Melak Handicraft Popular handicrafts from Melaka include a range of products made from wicker, mengkuang (screwpine), seashell, coconut, batik, wood and pottery. These handicrafts can be found at stores along JalanTaman, Mahligai Kraf at the Tourist Information Centre at Jalan Kota, Syarikat Pemasaran Karyaneka Sdn Bhd in Jalan Kota and the handicraf centre at Mini Malaysia, Ayer Keroh. |
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Melaka Antiques Jonker Street (renamed as Jalan Hang Jebat) in the older section of the city is a haven for antique collectors and bargain hunters. Authentic artefacts and relics, some dating as far back as 300 years, can be found among a host of interesting collectibles, each with its own history and mystery. fd: 06-2848282 |
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Melaka Local Products Melaka is famous for local products such as dncaluk (fermented shrimp relish), gula melaka (palm sugar), dodol and a variety of titbits. Visitors can also browse around ethnic stores for traditional lanterns, clogs, bangles, perfumed oils and calligraphy pieces
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