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Cheng Ho Cultural Museum

51 Lorong Hang Jebat, Melaka 75200, Malaysia
606-283-1135/6
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Ranked #4 of 56 attractions in Melaka
Type: Speciality Museums
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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Exhibits are of uneven quality, but the material is fascinating. I knew nothing about Cheng Ho before I started studying SE Asian history. Spent a couple of hours here.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The historical figure of Cheng Ho really is a fascinating character and seems to be very significant in the history of Chinese explorations and trade overseas. I loved the reconstructions of the ship and some of the quirky stories about the voyages. The museum's displays put into context Cheng Ho's voyages with the big pictures of Chinese history and world-wide... More

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Timbuktu, Mali
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is not to be missed if you are a fan of history and of the sea. Admiral Cheng Ho's story is fascinating and the many exhibits are very well done.

Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Visiting this museum helped me to learn about the Melaka's history. This museum has 2 entrances therefore bring all your belonging with you to get out from the other way. For me, my backpack was too heavy therefore I sent it to the receptionist to keep. They don't have safety box but the receptionist was nice to help. There are... More

Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Melaka is all about history. This museum details the travels of Admiral Cheng Ho and his fleet. If visiting for the first time, take the guided tour. Our tour guide was excellent. The tour started with a video of the Admiral's trips. The guide explained how Cheng Ho prepared for the trips with a Chinese physician on board each ship,... More

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Kuala Lum
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

This is my 2nd visit to Cheng Ho Cultural Museum, and I took the chance to visit their museum which cost rm10 ticket fee. Surprisingly there was much exciting stuffs in the museum. I would say definitely it's so worthy to pay this RM10. You will not regret as you will learn many about the history of Cheng Ho and... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Spend sometime reading the information, though some of the information cannot be verified to be accurate or true with different versions. The "Hang" as some refers to, are actually the "Han" chinese people. Not to be missed for an influx of chinese and the influence of chinese in olden times.

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Kuching, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

in Cheng Ho Museum, i get to know a lot of history about Cheng Ho and Malacca City. It is a nice place to visit as well because there is many interesting things you can see about the great person, Cheng Ho

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Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

The Museum preserved the history of Malacca. It tell the story of Cheng Ho and the crew. Great tea garden!

Marlow
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013 via mobile

The Cheng Ho museum feels a little dated, even for a museum (!) and feels like it needs some money invested in it. It has an abundance of history to be told but has many other museums to compete with in the same area. The tour guide who took us round and spoke English was excellent. He had a great... More

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