Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh officially inaugurated the newly reconstructed Tun Teja Pedestrian Bridge on Friday (Feb 21) night, positioning it as a fresh tourism attraction for the historic state.
He said the bridge pays homage to Tun Teja, a historic female figure from the Melaka Sultanate.
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He said the bridge pays homage to Tun Teja, a historic female figure from the Melaka Sultanate.
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00:00The newly reconstructed Tunteja pedestrian bridge was inaugurated on Friday night, establishing
00:10it as a new tourism attraction for the historic state.
00:14Chief Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rauf Yusof, who officiated the ceremony, said the bridge
00:20pays homage to Tunteja, a historic female figure from the Malacca Sultanate.
00:26He said the architectural design of the bridge is inspired by the grandeur of the Malacca
00:31Palace, incorporating traditional elements that reflect the state's rich cultural heritage.
00:56Despite a controversy over its cost, the upgraded bridge aims to be a landmark attraction, while
01:13featuring kiosks to boost local economic opportunities.
01:17It also serves as a key infrastructure upgrade, enhancing connectivity between Malacca Central
01:23Bus Station and nearby commercial hubs, malls and residential areas.
01:29Abdul Rauf said the bridge serves as a public facility and a tourism feature, aligning with
01:35the upcoming World Tourism Day 2025 and Visit Malaysia Year 2026.