Pulau Besar — Attraction in Malacca

Notable among these is the tomb of Sultan Al Ariffin Syeikh Ismail. According to the notice board outside the tomb, Syeikh Ismail was the 18th descendant of the Prophet and was born in Baghdad in 1464AD. While visiting the Prophet's tomb in Medina, he received a calling to go and spread Islam to Java. He reached Pulau Besar in 1495 and from there helped disseminate Islamic teaching throughout the Malay Archipelago. He died at age 58 and was buried on the island. The tomb of Syarifah Rodziah/Siti Sarah (one of Syeikh Ismail's relatives) is located nearby as are several other graves and mausoleums. These tombs attract many visitors, particularly Malaysian and Singaporean Muslims of Indian descent. The island has a number of other attractions, some of which are rather mystical including,a number of old wells, one of which is believed to contain salt water when the tide is in and fresh water when the tide is out.Some interestingly shaped rocks, including a stone skull, horse head rock and a split rock at the highest point of the island. Various legends and myths are associated with these rocks. A village of elves and an elves' palace. A cave, Gua Yunos, where warriors were said to practice mysticism and learn silat (Malaysian Martial arts).You can find out more about these attractions by visiting the Museum on the island, Muzium Pulau Besar, which explains some of the weird and wonderful legends and sights on the island.

There is new development for the island. The New Strait Times on 1 November 2008 reported that the island will be turned into the country's largest independent oil storage terminal by 2010. Located about 40 km from the Petronas largest refinery complex in Sungai Udang, and the island itself is along one of the world's busiest trade routes in the Straits of Malacca, it will see an investment of RM700 million and become a hub for the petroleum industry in this region. Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam said the project would be implemented as soon as the Environmental Impact Assessment by the Department of Environment (DoE) had been completed. Notable among these is the tomb of Sultan Al Ariffin Syeikh Ismail. According to the notice board outside the tomb, Syeikh Ismail was the 18th descendant of the Prophet and was born in Baghdad in 1464AD. While visiting the Prophet's tomb in Medina, he received a calling to go and spread Islam to Java. He reached Pulau Besar in 1495 and from there helped disseminate Islamic teaching throughout the Malay Archipelago. He died at age 58 and was buried...

Malacca has a lot of heritage to offer. You can spend time in the centre and visit the many museums (which I didn't find very attractive - but then again I am not into ethnography) but when you want to escape all that Pulau Besar is the Island to go to. The fairy service to this place run on a schedule but for a 100 Ringgit you can jump on board a speed boat which can take you. Keep in mind that the price 100 is for 7 people (at least in Dec 2019) so share with other people. We say many groups of two/three people pay separately 100 each when just talking to other people can help save money. If you use the speedboat make sure to get the boat persons number. The island is known to have boars so ensure you carry a walking stick, there are some on sale for 20/30 Ringgit in the village on the island but you can just pick one of the ground. We had no stick and didn't need to use it. It is VERY humid on the island so we carried a lot of water + isotonic drinks. Ensure to do the same. Don't throw the bottles in the jungle which is already a dump made by dumb people who throw away plastic bottles when they are done with them. There are no bins in the walk track as it is abandoned - also we didn't need any - but we also didn't see any toilets, some people did tell us that they would be unusable - so on that note plan ahead. The walk cuts through an abandoned resort which had a golf course. Walking alongside the jungle is safe, but don't just sit anywhere as there are ants/spiders literally everywhere. Which also reminds me - don't forget your mosquito spray [none are available on the 1/2 shops on the island]. The island is also scared for the locals. Apart from being a spiritual place, it can be a great escape with a beautiful walk. Definitely recommended to everyone...

Beautiful place beautiful nature it is peaceful and quite but needs to be labeled as a religious site. They will sell you the ticket and let you on the ferry even if you are "indecently " dressed. You can go in the sea however not in any swimming costumes including a one piece. There arent any signs saying not to swim. Only signs showing indecent dress not showing suitable swimming attire like most places do.

I have been to many Muslim places with beaches and usually a one piece is ok. Especially when literally no one is around. The people working there are extremely friendly and don't mind if you take a swim. Again there aren't any signs saying not to swim.

There are no facilities at all.....well maybe? I think there is a hotel but didn't look open. One place made us some simple food with coffee for 5 rm.

If you want to camp, peace, nature and visiting holy sites then this is a wonderful place. Pack your own food and non alcohol beverages. If you want to swim lean toward clothes instead. There is a visitor center and diving center but both seemed to be abandoned like everything else.

The sea is absolutely beautiful and clean. The people were very welcoming and...