Mausoleum of Hang Jebat (Makam Hang Jebat)

The tomb of Hang Jebat is located at Kampung Pali, off Jalan Gelanggang in Malacca town. Hang Jebat was one of the greatest warriors during the Malacca Sultanate (1400 - 1511). He was one of the legendary Hang Tuah's closet four childhood friends which included Hang Kasturi, Hang Lekiu and Hang Lekir. When Hang Tuah was unjustly sentenced to death by the Sultan for allegedly having an affair with one of the palace maid-in-waiting, Hang Jebat took it upon himself to avenge his friend's death. He purposely ran amok and seized the palace. Ironically, Hang Jebat died at the hands of Hang Tuah, who had been safely kept in hiding in the forest and was summoned by the Sultan to defend the palace. Hang Jebat was killed by Hang Tuah in a duel of honour that lasted for 3 days and nights. As a result, Hang Jebat is branded a traitor in life but acclaimed champion of justice in death