MALACCA: The village of legendary Malay warrior Hang Tuah will be developed into a tourism hub by the state government at the expected cost of RM132mil.
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam said Kampung Duyung, spanning over 40ha will be developed in several stages.
“It is commonly believed that Kampung Duyong was the home of Hang Tuah during the early days of Malacca Sultanate.
“Therefore we feel it is appropriate for us to develop his village,” he said after the ground-breaking ceremony for the project recently.
Getting things started: Ali Rustam getting water from a well to launch the event recently. Mohd Ali said the village will be developed in stages and follow the cultural, architectural and traditional values of ancient Malays.
The entire project, he noted, is scheduled to be fully completed by March 2013 if everything goes as planned.
“Hang Tuah and Malacca are synonymous, and it would be a waste if we don’t have a designated area to commemorate his role in the nation’s history.
“Furthermore, the village attracts some 2,000 visitors monthly who come to visit the Hang Tuah well,” he said.
Mohd Ali said the first phase of the project will involve an area of 10.4ha that will be developed at a cost of RM34.13mil.
He said the project would also involve the construction of new structures, while the current village homes and attractions would also be upgraded.
Among the new structures that will be constructed are Rumah Hang Tuah, Rumah Hang Jebat, Rumah Hang Kasturi, Rumah Hang Lekir, Rumah Hang Lekiu, a traditional Malay house, Hang Tuah museum, auditorium, customary hall and cultural stage.
Mohd Ali said the state government will also repair the Hang Tuah well, surau and six privately owned traditional houses. A new silat arena will also be constructed.
“We also hope the project will elevate the socio-economic status of the villagers,” he added.
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