Islam & the Empire of Malacca

Malacca was founded in 1400 AD by a fleeing Palembang Prince named Parameswara. Parameswara and his followers fled from the attack of Ayudhya Kingdom and headed up into Malay Peninsula eventually settling down in Bertam.

   According to the story of the villagefolks, Malacca was named after a tree that shaded Parameswara during the incident of a mousedeer attacking his pack of dogs. He was astounded by the will of the mousedeer to fight for its life therefore he decided to build a kingdom there and it was named Malacca.

   Malacca rise from the humble fishing village into one of the busiest trading ports in the Southeast Asia. With its strategic location perfect for trade, invite trader ships from dozens of countries including the Arab that has brought Islam to Malacca.After Islam has come to Malacca, it has influenced the condition of Malay Peninsula in many ways especially in their way of living. Even the ruler of Malacca that time has converted to Islam and refers themselves to “Sultan”. 

   The conversion of the Ruler of Malacca to Islam was an important event in the history of the country. It had a great impact on the system of administration, on culture and on intellectual development. It also contributed to the advancement of Malacca as a well known trading port for almost five century.

                          
                                                      Malacca Sultanate's Palace

Sources:

1. http://www.journeymalaysia.com/MHIS_malacca.htm

2. http://www.malaysian-explorer.com/muziumNegara

3. Google images