The 'Straits Chinese', also called the Baba
and Nyonya, are Chinese of noble descent
who have adopted much of the Malay culture
into theirs. This has been a gradual process
lasting over 400 years since the great
Chinese explorer Admiral Cheng Ho first
brought Chinese settlers to Melaka. Over the
centuries, the Baba Nyonya have developed
a distinct and highly interesting culture that is
unique to Malaysia's west coast, particularly
Melaka.
The public can now view the historical
artefacts unique to this heritage at a
captivating private museum run by the Babas
and Nyonyas of Melaka. Within the walls of
this heritage building, you can learn
everything there is to know about this unique
culture.
The Heritage Museum offers guided tours (by
appointment), research facilities and audio
visuals. Well worth a visit!
How to get there by Car
The museum is on Heeren Street, parallel to
Jonker Street.
and Nyonya, are Chinese of noble descent
who have adopted much of the Malay culture
into theirs. This has been a gradual process
lasting over 400 years since the great
Chinese explorer Admiral Cheng Ho first
brought Chinese settlers to Melaka. Over the
centuries, the Baba Nyonya have developed
a distinct and highly interesting culture that is
unique to Malaysia's west coast, particularly
Melaka.
The public can now view the historical
artefacts unique to this heritage at a
captivating private museum run by the Babas
and Nyonyas of Melaka. Within the walls of
this heritage building, you can learn
everything there is to know about this unique
culture.
The Heritage Museum offers guided tours (by
appointment), research facilities and audio
visuals. Well worth a visit!
How to get there by Car
The museum is on Heeren Street, parallel to
Jonker Street.
The Baba NyoNya Heritage
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