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Facelift for historical sites
Facelift for historical sites
Conservation works are underway to preserve, beautify and better define heritage sites and valuable cultural assets here.
The project is focussing on the historical city's core zones. They cover some 18ha and include three areas -- Padang Nyiru, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock and Jalan Kampung Hulu.
The gate of A'Famosa, the fort at the foot of St Paul's hill built by the Portuguese when they colonised Malacca in the 16th century; and Jonker Walk are situated in these zones.
Mayor Datuk Zainal Abu said the project is concentrating on upgrading roads and walkways, repairing broken drains, lighting and signs, landscaping and sprucing up the back lanes of heritage areas.
"The project, costing RM10 million, is being funded by the federal government under the Tourism and Culture Ministry to maintain the city after it was recognised as a Unesco heritage site in 2008," he said.
The project was proposed in 2010. Work started in May this year after the tender was awarded to UT Generation Sdn Bhd.
"It is expected to be completed by November next year," Zainal said after a site visit and presentation of the city's master plan design project with Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Malacca Tun Mohd Khalil Yaakob at Casa del Rio hotel, here, recently.
Also present were State executive councillor for Housing, Local Government and Environment Datuk Ismail Othman.
At the site visit, Khalil was not happy with the painting work which he claimed was of inferior quality.
"There should not be several layers of paint as the old paint must first be scraped off before the new coat is applied.
"Otherwise, the fresh layer will peel off after a year or so," he said as he demonstrated how to scraped the paint off a building in Jalan Kampung Kuli.
Zainal said one of the main elements of the project also include painting several buildings red to mark the entry point for visitors coming into the core zones.
"This is to ensure that visitors are able to differentiate the heritage sites from their outliers," he said. He added that the road signs would be changed according to international standards in terms of its colour and design.
"We will also ensure that the content and language are grammatically correct," he said.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
Conservation works are underway to preserve, beautify and better define heritage sites and valuable cultural assets here.
The project is focussing on the historical city's core zones. They cover some 18ha and include three areas -- Padang Nyiru, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock and Jalan Kampung Hulu.
The gate of A'Famosa, the fort at the foot of St Paul's hill built by the Portuguese when they colonised Malacca in the 16th century; and Jonker Walk are situated in these zones.
Mayor Datuk Zainal Abu said the project is concentrating on upgrading roads and walkways, repairing broken drains, lighting and signs, landscaping and sprucing up the back lanes of heritage areas.
"The project, costing RM10 million, is being funded by the federal government under the Tourism and Culture Ministry to maintain the city after it was recognised as a Unesco heritage site in 2008," he said.
The project was proposed in 2010. Work started in May this year after the tender was awarded to UT Generation Sdn Bhd.
"It is expected to be completed by November next year," Zainal said after a site visit and presentation of the city's master plan design project with Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Malacca Tun Mohd Khalil Yaakob at Casa del Rio hotel, here, recently.
Also present were State executive councillor for Housing, Local Government and Environment Datuk Ismail Othman.
At the site visit, Khalil was not happy with the painting work which he claimed was of inferior quality.
"There should not be several layers of paint as the old paint must first be scraped off before the new coat is applied.
"Otherwise, the fresh layer will peel off after a year or so," he said as he demonstrated how to scraped the paint off a building in Jalan Kampung Kuli.
Zainal said one of the main elements of the project also include painting several buildings red to mark the entry point for visitors coming into the core zones.
"This is to ensure that visitors are able to differentiate the heritage sites from their outliers," he said. He added that the road signs would be changed according to international standards in terms of its colour and design.
"We will also ensure that the content and language are grammatically correct," he said.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
Thursday, November 14, 2013
RM700 million for eco-tourism
RM700 million for eco-tourism
Johor and Malacca will join hands to develop a RM700 million inter-state eco-tourism project focusing on coastal, river and mangrove ecology.
The plan to tap the natural resources of the two states is in the Malacca-Johor Coastal and River Development Project 2014-2016.
Such development will open a new chapter for Johor tourism, particularly in Muar.
Under the plan, the fishing villages in Kesang Laut and Gersik in Muar, together with Sungai Rambai in Malacca, will have several seafood restaurants and handicraft stores for the convenience of tourists.
Existing jetties for fishermen along Sungai Muar will also be upgraded for tourists.
Serom state assemblyman Abdul Razak Minhat said such cooperation is lauded as Muar despite having many tourist attractions has often been overlooked in the past.
He said Sungai Muar has a panaromic view which is sure to fascinate eco-tourists.
"We have fireflies, seafood, orchards, homestays and aqua culture which is sure to attract tourists. The river also has plenty of prawns. This will attract anglers.
"By using boats as a means of transport between Sungai Rambai in Malacca and Gersik in Muar, with stopovers in between, I am sure we can sell our products well," he said.
The boat journey from Malacca to Muar is estimated at between four and five hours.
There will be a homestay programme in Gersik for the convenience of tourists who want to experience tranquility and the simple life in a rural area before making their trip back to Malacca the next day.
He said the project will benefit fishermen in Kesang Laut and Serom, as demand for their catch will increase with more eateries opening up.
"At Kesang Laut, we plan to set up a resort and upgrade the existing recreational facilities. Ultimately, we hope to turn Kesang Laut into a seafood paradise.
"We also plan to build a resort in Gersik," he said.
A beautification project will also be launched to ensure the riverbank is clean.
Abdul Razak Minhat on a boat ride as he identifies suitable areas for development.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
Johor and Malacca will join hands to develop a RM700 million inter-state eco-tourism project focusing on coastal, river and mangrove ecology.
The plan to tap the natural resources of the two states is in the Malacca-Johor Coastal and River Development Project 2014-2016.
Such development will open a new chapter for Johor tourism, particularly in Muar.
Under the plan, the fishing villages in Kesang Laut and Gersik in Muar, together with Sungai Rambai in Malacca, will have several seafood restaurants and handicraft stores for the convenience of tourists.
Existing jetties for fishermen along Sungai Muar will also be upgraded for tourists.
Serom state assemblyman Abdul Razak Minhat said such cooperation is lauded as Muar despite having many tourist attractions has often been overlooked in the past.
He said Sungai Muar has a panaromic view which is sure to fascinate eco-tourists.
"We have fireflies, seafood, orchards, homestays and aqua culture which is sure to attract tourists. The river also has plenty of prawns. This will attract anglers.
"By using boats as a means of transport between Sungai Rambai in Malacca and Gersik in Muar, with stopovers in between, I am sure we can sell our products well," he said.
The boat journey from Malacca to Muar is estimated at between four and five hours.
There will be a homestay programme in Gersik for the convenience of tourists who want to experience tranquility and the simple life in a rural area before making their trip back to Malacca the next day.
He said the project will benefit fishermen in Kesang Laut and Serom, as demand for their catch will increase with more eateries opening up.
"At Kesang Laut, we plan to set up a resort and upgrade the existing recreational facilities. Ultimately, we hope to turn Kesang Laut into a seafood paradise.
"We also plan to build a resort in Gersik," he said.
A beautification project will also be launched to ensure the riverbank is clean.
Abdul Razak Minhat on a boat ride as he identifies suitable areas for development.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
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