Malacca has two names due to its historical and cultural influences. It is known as "Melaka" in Malay, reflecting its local heritage, while "Malacca" is the name used in English and other languages, stemming from colonial history. The dual names highlight the region's diverse cultural interactions, particularly from Portuguese colonization and subsequent British rule. This linguistic duality represents the blending of local traditions and foreign influences over centuries.
The Strait of Malacca separates Malaysia from Indonesia.
Indonesia and Malaysia
Malacca City is the capital of the Malaysian state of Malacca.
malacca history
Dutch Malacca was created in 1641.
Dutch Malacca ended in 1825.
Malacca City was created in 1502.
Malacca Sultanate ended in 1511.
Malacca Sultanate was created in 1402.
it seperates the country of Indonesia from the island of Singapore
The population density of Malacca City is 1,589.53 people per square kilometer.
The population of Malacca Town is approximately 455,300.