Dutch Square, Melaka (must see)
The Dutch Square is the most famous landmark in Melaka, located in the historic district Bandar Hilir. The square is also referred to as Red Square due to the red-painted buildings that surround it. The most notable of these buildings is the City Hall, also known as Stadthuys.
The red buildings were erected during the 17th and 18th centuries. They all bring forth the distinctive features of Dutch architecture during that time. Each building offers large windows and decorative details made from wrought iron. A mixture of British and Portuguese architecture is reflected in the Tan Ben Swee Clock Tower. Portuguese influences are also seen at A Famosa ("The Famous" in English), the old fortress built in 1512.
The Dutch Square is a popular area for tourists because of its beauty and easy access to a number of places of interest. Some of these include Christ Church Melaka, the Melaka Art Gallery, and the Malaysia Youth Museum. There are also numerous stalls lining the square where visitors can find souvenirs to remember their trip.
The center of Dutch Square contains the Queen Victoria Fountain. This fountain was built in 1901 to honor Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee.
The red buildings were erected during the 17th and 18th centuries. They all bring forth the distinctive features of Dutch architecture during that time. Each building offers large windows and decorative details made from wrought iron. A mixture of British and Portuguese architecture is reflected in the Tan Ben Swee Clock Tower. Portuguese influences are also seen at A Famosa ("The Famous" in English), the old fortress built in 1512.
The Dutch Square is a popular area for tourists because of its beauty and easy access to a number of places of interest. Some of these include Christ Church Melaka, the Melaka Art Gallery, and the Malaysia Youth Museum. There are also numerous stalls lining the square where visitors can find souvenirs to remember their trip.
The center of Dutch Square contains the Queen Victoria Fountain. This fountain was built in 1901 to honor Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee.
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Dutch Square on Map
Sight Name: Dutch Square
Sight Location: Melaka, Malaysia (See walking tours in Melaka)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Melaka, Malaysia (See walking tours in Melaka)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Melaka, Malaysia
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Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles