INFO N 27 MERLIMAU

Merlimau is a town in Malacca, Malaysia. It is situated about 22 kilometers south-east of Melaka Historical City. Until 40 years ago, it used to be the main town travelers passed when traveling south of West Malaysia. Since then it was left out until more shophouses were constructed. Merlimau is between Melaka Town and Muar. There are housing areas in Merlimau and in nearby areas such as Air Tawar and Batu Gajah. The area along the Merlimau - Jasin road has become a place of residence for students of Merlimau Polytechnics. 2 secondary schools, the Sekolah Datuk Rahman Yaakub(SDARY) and Sekolah Dang Anum(SDA) were established as early as 1960s. The interchange with PLUS southern expressway was also opened at Lipat Kajang. Merlimau has a Fire Brigade and post-office facilities. The police station is about 1 km down south on the road to Muar. The famous historical Penghulu Nattar's House is located here. About 3 kilometers away in Kampung Simpang, visitors can also have a look at the Tun Teja Grave. The Tun Teja story goes back to the Malacca sultanate era.