Malacca butts out to boost tourism

Saturday, 07 Jun, 2011 0

The Malaysian world heritage city of Malacca will be smoke-free from June 15, a first for the country.

Those caught smoking face fines of US$100, local authorities say.

“The idea is to create fresh air and a clean environment for tourists and Malaysians alike to enjoy the historic city,” health minister Liow Tiong Lai told AFP.

“It will also aid in preserving the old monuments and buildings as the ban will reduce pollution in the area and promote a healthy lifestyle.”

The no-smoking area covers the entire 4.2 square kilometres of the city and four other areas in the southern state of Malacca.

“These areas will be free from cigarette smoke and make Malacca the first smoking-free city in the country,” said the minister.



 

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