Queen Victoria’s Fountain
January 28th, 2006
In the middle of Dutch Square area, some might be surprised with the presence of British architectural monument – the Queen Victoria’s Fountain.
Surrounded by the red-painted heritage buildings constructed during Dutch occupation, the green colour Queen Victoria’s Fountain of Melaka was built in 1904 by the British to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee.
The Queen Victoria’s Fountain made of English marble is still well functioning today, and always one of the most favorable touristy photography spots.
However, at times, the surrounding areas are flooded with crows (a kind of bird), which not only polluting the magnificent objects with droppings, but also discouraging the well-anticipated photography, especially during the evening. Fortunately, the municipal council is undergoing continuous efforts to prevent crows from gathering at the historic tourism spot.
Besides this Queen Victoria’s Fountain of Melaka, another similar fountain was also erected for the same reason in Kuala Lumpur within the compound of Dataran Merdeka.
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1. AmazingMelaka.com . Disco&hellip | January 28th, 2006 at 6:36 pm
[...] The notable historical landmarks surrounding the Dutch Square are the Christ Church, Queen Victoria’s Fountain, and Malacca Clock Tower. The Queen Victoria’s Fountain was built in 1904 by the British in commemoration of Queen Victoria’s 60th anniversary of coronation. On the other hand, the Malacca Clock Tower was built in 1886 in honour of a successful Chinese tycoon named Tan Beng Swee. [...]
2. AmazingMelaka.com . Disco&hellip | March 3rd, 2006 at 3:47 pm
[...] Just in front of The Stadthuys and beside the Malacca Clock Tower, there is a green color fountain made of English marble – Queen Victoria’s Fountain. Within the red-painted Dutch architecture, this British fountain is eye-catching. The Queen Victoria’s Fountain was built in 1904 by the British to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee. [...]
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