Taming Sari Tower, Melaka (must see)
Taming Sari Tower is a revolving observation tower. It was the first tower of its kind built in the city. The construction began in 2006 and was completed in 2008. The concrete tower was named for the keris, or asymmetrical dagger, that belonged to the legendary warrior Hang Tuah.
At 360 feet tall, the tower was the tallest structure in the city from its construction in 2008 until 2014 when it was surpassed by the Shore Sky Tower.
The platform lifts passengers approximately 262 feet in the air, rotating for seven minutes while offering a 360-degree view of the city and the sea. It is an excellent spot to get out of the heat as the glass platform is air-conditioned. The platform holds 66 passengers at a time.
Dozens of shops surround Taming Sari Tower, allowing tourists to look for souvenirs, snacks, and cold drinks.
At 360 feet tall, the tower was the tallest structure in the city from its construction in 2008 until 2014 when it was surpassed by the Shore Sky Tower.
The platform lifts passengers approximately 262 feet in the air, rotating for seven minutes while offering a 360-degree view of the city and the sea. It is an excellent spot to get out of the heat as the glass platform is air-conditioned. The platform holds 66 passengers at a time.
Dozens of shops surround Taming Sari Tower, allowing tourists to look for souvenirs, snacks, and cold drinks.
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Taming Sari Tower on Map
Sight Name: Taming Sari Tower
Sight Location: Melaka, Malaysia (See walking tours in Melaka)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Melaka, Malaysia (See walking tours in Melaka)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Melaka, Malaysia
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles