Malaysia's Oldest Temple - Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Melaka

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is a premier historical monument and it remains the finest of Chinese temples in Malaysia which is located along Jalan Lekiu. It was constructed by skilled craftsman from China. A statue covered with black, gold and red was situated at the central of prayer hall.

The eaves of the temple are decorated with mythological figures made from broken glass and porcelain. Besides the figures, the wood carvings and lacquer work are almost breath-taking. In terms of its architecture, from floor to roof, the structure of the temple can be divided into lower, middle and upper sections.

The main prayer hall of Cheng Hoon Teng Temple has a saddled roof with beautiful carved woodwork. All materials used to make the temple was brought from China. Everything was handcrafted from the wall design to the statues. Exposed structural elements allow air to circulate in halls filled with smoke from joss sticks.