Flea Market Galore - Malaysia

FLEA MARKET GALORE

Sayyid Antique & Cafe

ContentS 22 Galeri Teratak Bonda Jeliah
24 MELAKA
5 Kuala Lumpur & Klang Valley 25 Trash & Treasure Discovery Malacca
6 Pasar Antik Kuala Lumpur 26 Pasar Karat Jalan Hang Lekir
7 Amcorp Mall Flea Market 27 Sayyid Antique & Cafe
10 Fuyoh! Art Bazaar Publika 28 JOHOR
12 The Curve Weekend Street Market 29 Pasar Karat Santai
14 Art for Grabs / Weekend Market / 30 Rengit Flea Market Village
Subang Parade Bazaar / I love Bazaar 31 Galeri Koleksi Abah / KD Antique
15 ABC Market / Seek & Keep BSC 32 Pasar Karat Johor Bahru
17 Car Boot Sale in Malaysia 32 Collectors Market Mall of Medini
18 Melawati Car Boot Sale 34 PERAK
19 Car Boot Listings in KL & Klang Valley 35 Pasar Loken Ipoh
36 US Agency Trading / Old House Museum
20 NEGERI SEMBILAN 36 Kapitan Antique Taiping
/221 Pasar Warisan Seremban / Port Dickson
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39 PENANG 51 SABAH
40 Lorong Kulit / Pasar Aneka Taman Selat 52 Gaya Street Market
41 Hin Sunday Pop Up Market 53 SARAWAK
42 Prakash JakathesanTiffin Carrier Collector 54 Main Bazaar / The Junk / The Barber
43 KEDAH 56 COLLECTORS FAIR
44 Pasar Karat Kg Berjaya 57 Collectors Market / Coca Cola Fair / Star Wars
45 Malaysia Tourist Market Langkawi 60 Malaysia at a Glance
46 Galeri Seni Piring Hitam Perlis 62 Tourism Malaysia Offices
46 Koleksi Cikgu Mat Jusoh
47 KELANTAN /Malaysia Flea Market 3
48 Pasar Karat Kota Bharu /
Pasar Pagi Jumaat KB
49 PAHANG
50 Pasar Karat TSK / Time Tunnel

“Old la la”

Everyone

Selamat Datang an entertaining day fun-shopping - one of the
many flea markets, bazaars and car boot sales
Welcome listed in this guide will surely have what you
need.
From classic vintage markets to trendy bazaars
and car boot sales, flea markets in Malaysia
offer something for everyone - and of course,
the best bargains.

Aside from the fabulous finds, our flea markets The flea market scene in Malaysia is enjoying a
offer experiences that can evoke powerful boom as “everything old is new again”. This is
recollections of the past, or those associated obvious as flea market enthusiasts and ardent
with the past. collector’s start turning coveted trash into
treasure while operating their own galleries and
For those who love to rummage, Malaysia’s private museums and inviting visitors to come
diverse flea markets across the country are and view by appointment or by charging them
a treasure trove of fun - be it in our cool air- a nominal fee.
conditioned shopping malls, outdoor street
markets, warehouse spaces, backalleys - and Beauty truly never goes out of style. Happy
uniquely we have one in a fruit orchard. Such hunting, everyone!
thrills and spills make for a stimulating way to hit
the road on a junking trip.

Whether you seek keepsakes from the past,
the perfect souvenir or would like to spend

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The ‘Goldsmith’ wall mural by Julia Volchkova along Jalan Panggong, Kuala Lumpur.

Kuala Lumpur & Klang Valley

Pasar Antik Kuala Lumpur Perak Pahang
Amcorp Mall Flea Market
Fuyoh! Art Bazaar Publika Selangor
The Curve Weekend Street Market
Art for Grabs Kuala Lumpur Negeri
Weekend Market Sembilan
Subang Parade Bazaar
I love Bazaar
ABC Market
Seek & Keep BSC

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Pasar Antik
Kuala Lumpur

The flea market scene of Kuala Lumpur is said
to have its roots at the back lane of Petaling
Street in an alley known as Lorong Petaling, in
the city’s famous Chinatown area.
Some say it is the oldest such market in Malaysia
where used and discarded items are traded on
the street at relatively cheap prices.
Some 80 vendors which occupy 261 lots
peddle a variety of goods which range from
discarded household items, accessories,
watches and gadgets, used books, stamps and
old photographs, including occasionally some
vintage and collectibles.
Today, in an effort to promote it as a tourist
attraction, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is
giving a total makeover to the flea market
commonly known as pasar karat locally by
turning it into an Antique Market.
Where:
Lorong Petaling, Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur
When:
Every day from 6:00 am to 9:30 am
More: +6 03 - 2022 3366

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Amcorp Mall
Flea Market

This is one of the country’s premier indoor flea
markets which has remained for 19 years the
largest with over two hundred vendors.
Located within the Amcorp shopping mall
in Petaling Jaya, head over here if you wish
to experience an advanced level flea market
experience that will appeal to true lovers of the
hunt.
This not-to-be missed weekly event has become
a gathering place to sell vintage, rarities, oddities
and collectibles of all kinds of everything found

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and kept in the recent past as vintage Malaysia. “the place is an outlet for visitors
Even if you are not a collector of things, antique/ to enjoy the vibe, share their
vintage lover or hobbyist, the place is an outlet for interest, learn new things or
visitors to enjoy the vibe, share their interest, learn perhaps immerse in nostalgia.”
new things or perhaps immerse in nostalgia as
you recollect the objects from a period of the
past.

While the famous Amcorp Mall Flea Market is
only a weekend happening, the mall itself is
also the place where you can find antiques and
vintage shops, collectibles and hobbyists outlets
that are open for business daily.

Where:
18, Jalan Persiaran Barat, Petaling Jaya.
When:
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
More:
+6 03 - 7932 0022
www.facebook.com/amcorpmall

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There’s Much More • TEH COLLECTIBLES (Antiques & Vintage)
at Amcorp Mall • JOE’S MAC (Music, Art & Collectibles)
• ‎ PJ AUCTIONEERS (Antiques & Collectibles)
There’s more to Amcorp Mall than just being the • TOY GARDEN (Collectible Toys)
earliest and the first mall‎ to host a flea market • 1TOY (Collectible Toys)
concept in Malaysia. • SIMPLEHOBBIZ (Button Badges)
• ‎ BRICK SANCTUARY (Collectible Toys)
Over the years, both the mall and its indoor • ULTIMATE TOYS (Collectible Toys)
flea market attraction have gained an enviable • TOY WIZ (Collectible Toys)
reputation as the country’s premier place to • ROBOTICA TOYS (Collectible Toys)
search for antiques, vintage and collectibles. • MY TOY (Collectible Toys)
• GARAGE STATION (Toys & Novelties)
It would not be surprising if more and more
stand-alone shops catering to the needs of all The above is not an exhaustive listing.
kinds of collectors are centred here on the various
floors within the mall.

Teh Collectibles PJ Auctioneers

Joe’s Mac

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Fuyoh! Art Bazaar even own-designed clothes, just to name a few.
@ Publika
The Publika Mall also houses several vintage
A popular month-end event, the Fuyoh! and collectors shops, apart from a designated
Art Bazaar at Publika shopping mall is not ‘Art Row’ with arts and creative related display
categorised as a flea market, but rather as a galleries.
trendy kind of bazaar with its own concept and
identity. Occasionally, there are other specially-organised
themed markets and bazaars taking place at
Held at the main concourse area of the artsy- Publika on other weekends. Notable among
fartsy shopping mall, the bazaar predominantly them is the ever popular and much-awaited
focusses on things art and crafts that are unique Fuyoh! Collectors Market @Publika.
items of creations by the participating vendors.
Where :
This end-of-the-month Sunday event attracts Publika, Jalan Dutamas 1,
a huge following from both the local and Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur.
expatriate communities around the vicinity, When :
simply because of its‎ reputation for quality and Once a month on Sundays.
customised handmade items. More :
+6 03 - 6211 7877
The bazaar was first conceived in 2011 in www.facebook.com/publika
conjunction with the shopping mall’s opening.‎
It stresses on getting vendors that will sell items
not easily found elsewhere.

Here, you will find creative artisans, crafters and
creators that sell their unique wares ranging
from handcrafted accessories, ethnic crafts,
handmade soaps, customised fridge magnets,
decorative tiles, chic pillow covers, clay
modelling, art-prints, wood crafts, paintings, t‎ o

Bingka, K.L

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Collectors Market Arcadia, K.L

There’s Much More “With over 80 selected
at Publika vendors, it’s literally a
vintage show, a city-wide
Looking for more shopping opportunites of garage sale happening
things antiques, vintage and collectibles? for two days under one
Do check out some of the fun happening
events organised on a seasonal basis, among roof. ”
dedicated shops operating at one of the
trendiest malls in town. • ARCADIA
Arcadia has the quirkiest furniture collections,
• FUYOH! COLLECTORS MARKET collectibles and curiosities. They stock a whole
load of quality memorabilia while preserving a
The much-awaited collectors’ event held history of great design.
quarterly is for both the seasoned collector a‎ s Where:
well as the new beginner. Arcadia @Publika, 10, Block C3, Level G3,
PUBLIKA, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas,
With over 80 selected vendors, it’s literally Kuala Lumpur.
a vintage show,‎ a city-wide garage sale
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The Fuyoh Collectors Market offers a‎ ntiques,
vintage items, collectible toys, vinyl records,
music memorabilia and many more.

Where: ‎
Fuyoh! Collectors Market at Publika
PUBLIKA, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas,
Kuala Lumpur.
When:
Four times a year
More:
www.facebook.com/collectorsmarket

The Curve Weekend
Street Market

The Curve shopping mall in Mutiara Damansara,
Petaling Jaya offers a modest-sized weekend
street market at their open-air alley known as
“The Street”.

Colourful marquees are set up along this street
facing both sides of alfresco cafes and eateries.

Most vendors sell a variety of items that are
style-centric yet pocket-friendly from apparels,
accessories, homemade crafts and a malange
of decorative items to spruce up your home.

It is a big hit among the younger crowd though
the whole family can have fun sifting through
bargains.

Where:
The Curve, Jalan PJU 7/3 Mutiara Damansara
47810 Petaling Jaya.
When:
10:30 am - 10 pm (Sat. & Sun.)
More:
+6 03 - 2145 4001 / +6 03 - 7710 4251
www.thecurve.com.my

“Most vendors sell a variety of
items that are style-centric yet
pocket-friendly from apparels,
accessories, homemade crafts
and a malange of decorative
items to spruce up your home.”

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At The Curve’s popular weekly street market housed under
circus-style tents, you can expect to find booths selling

original creations by local artists, designers and crafters, as
well as cool souvenirs and even hobby-specific curiosities.

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Art For Grabs Market Subang Parade Bazaar
@ Jaya One
Categorically a bazaar rather than a flea market,
Considered more of a bazaar than a flea market, it has been on-going for a while and caters more
the Art for Grabs Market is held only four times a to Subang Jaya residents and its surrounding
year at Jaya One Shopping Mall in Petaling Jaya. areas.

What’s interesting about this art and anything With its location inside the high traffic Subang
creative bazaar i‎ s that it is also spiced-up with Parade Shopping Mall, it’s a weekend attraction
food trucks that lend a fun-filled atmosphere. not to be missed with its usual general bazaar
items on display.
Here you’ll find various jewellery and accessories,
c‎ lothes, unique hand crafted products, and Where:
perhaps some collectors items. Don’t be Subang Parade, 5 Jalan SS 16/1,
surprised if you come across new fashion 47500 Subang Jaya
designers promoting their products here as well. When:
10am to 10pm.On first and
the last weekend of the month

Where: Weekend Market @
The School @Jaya One, Jalan Universiti, Jaya One
Jaya One, 46200 Petaling Jaya.
When: Located in the open courtyard of the Jaya One
12pm to 8pm. Sat and Sun. shopping mall, called the Palm Square , the
More: exciting weekend market is supported by local
+6 016 - 489 2603 entrepreneurs who trade apparels, jewellery,
www.facebook. com/ArtforGrabs handmade/homemade goods, bakeries, artsy
crafts and more.

Where:
Palm Square, Jaya One, Jalan Universiti, 46200
Petaling Jaya.
When:
11:00am to 10:00pm Sat.& Sun.
More:
+6 012- 917 8638
www.facebook.com/weekendmarketjayaone

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ABC Sunday Market would surely be a good idea to spend a delightful
@Mont Kiara day here.

Over at the affluent and flashy Mont Kiara area BSC’s monthly pop-up market features a
of Kuala Lumpur, a favourite of expatriates curated collection of sellers and local designers
would be the ABC Market. Held every Sunday selling clothes, accessories, art and decor items,
of the week, ABC stands for Arts, Bric-a-brac gifts and more.
and Crafts.
Where:
This outdoor bazaar has been a fixture at the Bangsar Shopping Centre,
fountain courtyard of Plaza Mont Kiara for Jalan Maarof, Bukit Bandaraya,
more than a decade. Though, arts and crafts as Kuala Lumpur.
the moniker suggests are the specialities, of late When:
everything in between can be found here, including 10:00 am - 9:00 pm on weekend. Once a month.
second-hand goods and car accessories. More :
+6 03 - 2094 7700
Where : www.facebook. com/bscartisanmarket
Plaza Mont Kiara, Jalan Kiara,
50480 Kuala Lumpur.
When :
10:00am - 6:00pm. Every Sunday.
More:
www.facebook.com/abcmarketmontkiara

I Love Bazaar

‘I Love Bazaar’ by RylDesigns is a new type
of mobile flea market held at different venues
around Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley.

Seek & Keep Their current event venues include SetiaWalk in
The BSC Artisan Puchong, Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur
Market and eCurve at Mutiara Damansara in Petaling
Jaya.
Held at the Bangsar Shopping Centre (BSC) in
the affluent neighbourhood of Bangsar, the Seek Expect to find quirky handphone covers, clothes,
& Keep Artisan Market comes with a theme. beauty products, bags and accessories, shoes,
vintage items and foods.
It is the go-to flea for all things creative and it
Check out their website www.ilovebazaar.com
for upcoming bazaars or call +6 016-996 6280
for latest info and updates.

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Much More to Do in Gumbira Stores
KL & the KlangValley Koleksi Malaya

Check out more dedicated outlets by flea Jumble Station
market enthusiasts around Kuala Lumpur and
Klang Valley area that are worth exploring :
‎
• VINTAGEHOLIC COLLECTiBLE SHOP

No. 9, Jalan Musytari AM, UD/AM Sek US,
40150 Shah Alam, Selangor.
Tel: +6 019 - 383 1509
www.facebook.com/vintageholic
Contact Person: Jamil Hashim
‎
•‎ ‎ GUMBIRA STORES

No. 3, Jalan Putra Perdana 2, Tmn Putra
Perdana, 47130 Puchong, Selangor.
Tel. +6 012 - 235 1212
www.facebook.com/azlanhuzairi‎
C‎ ontact Person: Azlan Huzairi
‎
• KOLEKSI MALAYA

No. 10, Jalan Jujur 2,
Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur.
Tel. + 6 013 - 340 3985
www.facebook.com/abdulhafidzwin‎
Contact Person: Abdul Hafidz Win

•‎ JUMBLE STATION

Level P1 of The School, Jaya One,
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel. +6 016 - 220 2958
Contact Person: Mary Anne

The above is not an exhaustive listing.

vintageholic collectible shop

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Unlike flea markets, the car boot sale craze Car Boot Sales
suddenly took Malaysia by storm when the last
world economic slowdown showed no signs of Kuala Lumpur & Klang Valley
improving some few years back.

The cost of living is another contributing factor
which has made some Malaysians resort to
this new-found business at their leisure on
weekends.

Car boot sales or car boot fairs - as they are simply as ‘car boots’. Here in Malaysia, it has
widely known elsewhere in United States and in taken on a new twist‎ ala-Malaysia style.
Europe - are a form of market in which private
individuals come together in a designated area Here, our car boot sale vendors will often go
provided by an organiser to sell pre-loved and beyond the norm of selling their goods within
household goods. the confined area of their cars, instead they
utilise the floor space of t‎ he allocated parking
In the United Kingdom, these are ever popular lot and often put up extra folding tables.
and often referred to

Many have come to join in the fun of doing
business at leisure, turning their unwanted
things to cash, and at the same time make new
friends.

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Taman Melawati
Car Boot Sale

The Melawati Car Boot Sale is lauded as one of
the best car boot sales operating in the Kuala
Lumpur & Klang Valley area.

It remains a hit not only to the residents of Taman
Melawati and the surrounding‎ Hulu Kelang/
Ampang residential areas, but it is also becoming
a popular crowd puller, attracting people from as
far off outside the Klang Valley.

Started several years ago, it has attracted a
sizeable number of traders with their array of
goods every Saturday and Sunday at the car
park area of the town centre.

It’s good to be an early bird, so as not to miss the
best pick of the day from the gamut of items on
display, and of course for sale!

W‎ here:
CBS Taman Melawati, Car Park Melawati Town
Centre, Jalan Bandar Empat, Taman Melawati,
53100. Hulu Kelang, Selangor.
When:
7 am - 12 pm on Sat. & Sun.
More:
+ 6 018 - 353 6303

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CBS Kota Damansara

Car Boot Sale Listings

Kuala Lumpur & Klang Valley

CBS LEMBAH KERAMAT CBS TESCO EXTRA SHAH ALAM
Jalan AU 5, opp. Food Court/Dewan AU 5 Tesco Extra Seksyen 13, next to MSU
Sat. & Sun. From 3 pm - 7 pm Sat. & Sun. From 4 pm - 11 pm
More : + 6 013 369 8891 More : + 6 011 2200 7730
CBS PUNCAK JALIL CBS PUCHONG @TMN PUTRA PERDANA
Jalan PUJ 3/13, Tmn Puncak Jalil Next to Pusat Penjaja Tmn Putra Perdana
Every Sunday from 7 am - 12 noon Sat. 6pm - 11pm. Sun. 8 am - 12 noon
More : + 6 019 332 1562 More : + 6 011 3234 4491
CBS TESCO PUCHONG CBS SUBANG
TESCO, Jalan BP 4/1, Bdr Bukit Puchong Jalan Nautika AU 20A, TSB,Sg. Buloh
Every Saturday from 3 pm till 11 pm Fri. Sat. & Sun. From 5 pm till 1am
More : : +‎ 6 017 658 2640 More : + 6 012 698 4128
CBS CYBERJAYA CBS KD7
Main Entrance DPULZE Shopping Centre Bistari De Kota, Petaling Jaya
Every Sat from 2 pm - 7 pm Every Sat. & Sun. 5 pm - 12 midnight
More : More : + 6 016 606 4549
CBS SUBANG BESTARI CBS SAUJANA UTAMA, SG. BULOH
Jalan Nova, U5/M, Shah Alam Dewan Masyarakat Saujana Utama
Fri. Sat. & Sun. From 5 pm - 12 midnight. Every Sat. 5 pm - 12 pm
More : + 6 019 220 2171 More : + 6 019 0219 5471
CBS KOTA DAMANSARA CBS SERI KEMBANGAN
Jalan Teknologi 3/8, Kota Damansara Tapak Vallet The Mines 2
Every Sunday from 7 am - 11 am 5 pm - 10 pm
More : + 6 016 291 8719 More : + 6 016 843 5888
CBS BANDAR BARU BANGI CBS SRI GOMBAK
Taman Tasik Cempaka, near McDonald PRIMA, Sri Gombak
Sat. & Sun. From 8 am till 12 noon Sunday from 8.30 am - 1.30 pm
More : + 6 016 867 3101 More : + 6 017 303 6449

The above is not an exhaustive listing,
Note: While every care has been taken in the preparation of this listing, Tourism Malaysia cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracy,
omission or alteration that may occur, all information is deemed correct at the time of print, This listing only serves as a guide.

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The Seremban street art scene depicting a popular cultural dance of Negeri Sembilan.

Negeri Sembilan Selangor Pahang
Kuala Lumpur
Pasar Warisan Seremban
Pasar Warisan Port Dickson
Galeri Teratak Bonda Jeliah
Antik Semuo

Negeri Sembilan Melaka Johor

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Pasar Warisan
Seremban

Located along Jalan Utam Singh, close to the
Seremban Wet Market, this flea market operates
every Sunday from 7am to 5pm.

Established since May 2008, the market previously
operated at Jalan Lee Sam before moving to this
present location. I‎ t is licenced by the Seremban
Municipal Council.

What first started to serve as a platform for Pasar Warisan
those wishing to sell off unwanted used items Port Dickson
at discounted and reasonable prices, has since
expanded to include things-collectibles like coins This market which is located at the seaside
and banknotes, vintage wares, plants, like orchids town of Port Dickson near to the bus terminal
and bonsai, old books and magazines, including may not be much to look at, but can make for
traditional herbs and foodstuff. a stimulating walkabout with interesting things
to see.
Where: ‎
Jalan Utam Singh, near Pasar Besar Seremban, There is a mix of vintage clothes, trinkets,
Negeri Sembilan. collectibles, toys and accessories as well as
When: other items like CD’s and used magazines/
Every Sunday from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm books.
More:‎
Majlis Perbandaran Seremban
+6 06 - 706 7500
www.mps.ns.gov.my

The evening weekend market starts from 7:00
pm and ends at midnight.

More:‎
Majlis Daerah Port Dickson
+6 06 - 647 1122

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Galeri Teratak
Bonda Jeliah

Galeri Teratak Bonda Jeliah is the name Noraini Seeing is believing as the abode is more than
Idris and her collector husband gave to this just a private gallery, a museum of natural history
beautifully restored 1984 Minangkabau-inspired perhaps, as it is filled with a curated collection of
design house,‎ which Noraini inherited from her vintage treasures that provide a glimpse into the
mother, Jeliah Pilus. glorious past and memories that once belonged
to everyone.
What was supposed to be a much-needed
restful place, their nest so-called by the couple Where:
- surrounded with their collection of incredible No. 4, Kampung Bukit Sri Pilah, Senaling, 72000
antiques, vintage charm and flea market finds Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan.
- has turned out to be a‎ little piece of 'picker When:
paradise' for all to view as a gallery of attraction Visitation by prior appointment :
to visitors. 9.30 am -5.30 pm
More:
The more, the merrier is the theme in this small +6 012 - 784 2732
town Kuala Pilah home in Negeri Sembilan, www.facebook.com/teratakbondajeliah
where vintage and antiques collections fill every http://galeribondajeliah.blogspot.com
available space, wall, nook and cranny - both
inside and out.

The collections, which number 15,000 items and
counting, span a period of 25 years, accumulated
by Noraini’s husband who is an avid collector.
He sourced his collection from both within the
country, his student days in United States and
during their frequent travels abroad.

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Timeless Treasures :
For the love of old. Sometimes, it’s not so much about the stuff.
It’s about the excitement of finding something you’ve never seen before.
Antik Semuo, Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan. • Tel: +6 011 - 2634 4399 • www.facebook.com/antiksemuo

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The ‘Orang Utan House’ mural is a famous landmark in Melaka, World Heritage City.

Melaka Selangor Pahang
Kuala Lumpur
Trash & Treasure Discovery Malacca
Pasar Karat Jalan Hang Lekir
Sayyid Antique & Cafe

Negeri
Sembilan

Melaka Johor

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Trash & Treasure
Discovery Malacca

A first for the country, Trash & Treasure Discovery
Malacca is an excellent recently-set up flea
market along a riverside warehouse by the
Melaka river.

Located behind the famous Discovery Cafe, While the atmosphere here is very relaxed,‎
it’s a fun place to be if you want to browse for looking at some of the old things here could put
antiques, vintage and collectible items from the you in a different state of mind ... which tend to
recent past. remind you of the good old days.
Lovers of "old la la" kind of things will surely
not want to miss the range of items found here, Where:
from r‎ estored vintage cinema chairs and enamel No. 3, Jalan Bunga Raya, Melaka City, Melaka.
tiffin-wares to old advertising signs, bicycles, When:
luggage metal trunks, including some creative Sat. & Sun. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
handmade jewellery and even unique plants like More:
cacti and succulents. +6 012 - 298 2834
www.facebook.com/trash&treasurediscoverymalacca

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Pasar Karat Jalan “The flea market has now been
Hang Lekir recognised and licenced by the
City Council to operate and sell on
This Sunday morning flea market located close
to Melaka's famous Jonker Street is open from a weekly basis.”
7am until 3pm.

Having started operation several years back, this
so-called 'Pasar Karat' has‎ now been recognised
and licenced by the city council to operate and sell
their goods on a weekly basis.

On a good Sunday, you can easily find about
15 to 20 vendors peddling their treasured junks
now looked upon as 'old is new again'‎ . Prices
here are relatively cheaper as they’re the real
pickers who dig through dirty old barns to find
the old glory that inspires us.

Where:
Jalan Hang Lekir, off Jonker Street,
Melaka City, Melaka.
When:
Every Sunday 7:00 am until 3:00 pm.
More:
+6 06 - 232 6411

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Sayyid Antique &
Cafe

For its quirky vintage and retro themed-decor,
Sayyid Antique and Cafe is well worth a visit for
a walk back down memory lane.
This hangout is operated by a retired husband
and wife team - who simply love everything oldy
but goody - at the popular Lorong Hang Jebat,
not far away from the famed Jonker Walk in
Melaka World Heritage City.
It serves delicious southern Malay dishes such
as nasi lemak, lontong, mee siam and laksa
Johor. While the food is mouth-watering, the
decor lifts the mood and adds the intrigue.
This is a lovely spot to eat, view and to strike a
conversation about the many old beauties that
adorn the place.
Where:
74, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
When:
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
More:
+6 012 - 681 3505
www.facebook.com/sayyidantiquecafe

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Julia Volchkova’s ‘The Loving Sisters” in Muar, Johor is Malaysia’s biggest potrait mural.

Johor Pahang

Pasar Karat Santai Negeri Sembilan
Rengit Flea Market Village
Galeri Koleksi Abah Melaka
KD Antique
Pasar Karat Johor Bahru
Collectors Market Mall of Medini

Johor

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Pasar Karat Santai Pasar Karat
Batu Pahat
From a fruit orchard to a flea market yard is what
makes Santai flea market stand out from the rest. The bustling Batu Pahat flea market is regarded
‎ by some collectors and vintage lovers in the
The 0.6 hectare flea market by the roadside is country as a haven of sorts.
easily visible to passers-by travelling on the
AMJ (Ayer Keroh-Melaka-Jasin) highway from
Muar to Melaka.

“We know that with a little bit of love, someone
else’s cast offs can certainly be our treasures,
which is why I turned my fruit orchard land into a
flea market yard to share with all those who love
the ‘old is gold’ passion,” said landowner and
collector Baharuddin Amran.

There are now about 15 vendors housed here
and they sell their various sought-after wares in
their simple built-up shack.

The Santai flea market is most noted for its
old earthenware water storage pots, vintage
bicycles and tricycles, French-louvre w‎ indows,
brassware, vintage signs and other collectibles.

Where: Indeed it's laden with vintage treasures, cool
Batu 6, Jalan Kesang, collectibles, classic curIos, preloved quality
Kampung Kesang, 84000 Ledang, clothing, gently-used goods, and an assortment
Johor. of bric-a-brac‎ sourced from neighbouring
When: Singapore.
Sat. & Sun. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm. At a glance, one can easily spot a variety of
More: goods that are still in good working condition
+6 010 785 6289 ranging from children's mini bikes and baby
www.facebook.com/pasarkaratpantai strollers to electrical and electronic items that
are irresistibly cheap. Kitchenware, crockery, tea
sets and glasswares are a plenty too.

Delve deeper into t‎ he nooks and corners of the
designated marketplace and you will find even
more treasure troves of collectible and vintage
items, toys, old prints, books, lighting, furnishing
that will entice you to explore more.

The Pasar Karat Batu Pahat is located in the
heart of town at Jalan Pasar, near the town’s
wet market. Also known as Pasar Lambak Jalan
Fatimah, it opens for business every Friday to
Sunday from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm.

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Where:‎
Jalan Pasar, Batu Pahat, Johor.
When:
Friday to Sunday. From 7:00 pm - 1:00 pm
More:
+6 07 - 434 1045

Rengit
Flea Market
Village

The shops here are full of every conceivable
item, baby prams, quaint-looking chairs, tables,
wardrobes, display cabinets, audio-visual
equipment, golf sets, shoes, fridges, washing
machines, basins, and many other household
stuff.

M‎ ost of the trading here are run by the ‘Orang
Kuala’ or indigenous people who started selling
used items here in the 1970s.

Rengit is a town in the southern state of Johor in Where:
Batu Pahat district, made famous for two things Kampung Bumiputra, Rengit,
- coffee, and the other is its extraordinary 'flea Batu Pahat, Johor.
market village'. When:
Opens everyday. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm.

Located at Kampung Bumiputra, the intriguing
flea market is not the usual outdoor kind of
market, but one that is housed in ramshackle
wooden shacks lining both sides of the road
alongside the Sungai Rengit.

Lately, a new addition of a row of modern
shops has been built to replace the old wooden
buildings so that business can be conducted in
a conducive environment.

If Pasar Karat (flea market) elsewhere are
normally famed for their vintage and rustic finds,‎
Kampung Bumiputera in Rengit is synonymous
as a favourite haunt for bargain hunters looking
for quality secondhand goods such as furniture
and electrical items.

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KD Antique

Antique and vintage collector, Kamaruddin
Abdullah is well known among the fraternity as
one who specialises on all-things Johor.‎ For the
love of his home state, he founded the group
Southern Pickers who participate at collectors
event representing the country’s most southern
state.

Galeri Koleksi Abah His shop located within the mosque compound
of Masjid Pekan Nenas, stocks some of the best
Galeri Koleksi Abah is a private house that is full collection‎ of items related to the commemorative
of vintage goodies. It has yet to be opened to the events of the Johor royal family. They are quite
public, but interested buyers and enthusiasts can popular, especially with Johoreans who have
view and buy by first making a prior appointment. high regards for their esteemed rulers

Interestingly, buyers from as far away as His other speciality includes c‎ ollection of various
Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Penang are willing kopitiam cups, many of which date back to the
to make their way here after hearing of it through 1960s. Uniquely, these cups are emblazoned
social media and by word of mouth. with the kopitiam’s name, most of them are now
sought-after collectors item.
What started as a space to display family
treasures is now a store house of flea market Where:
items of various kinds. The owner finds it all the No. 7, Kedai Masjid Pekan Nenas, 81500 Pekan
more fun to share the memories of the recent Nenas, Pontian, Johor.
past with everyone. More:
+6 019 - 754 4007
www.facebook.com/kamaRuDin

Galeri Koleksi Abah owner and collector,
Shariffudin Mahmood says every Friday of the
week he will go to the nearest flea markets to
stock up on things to sell, normally via online or
occasionally through participation at Collectors
Markets.

There’s something for everyone‎ here, and even
if there’s nothing for you, it's simply a place for
memories while honouring the past.

Where:
5, Jalan Mutiara 4, Taman Mutiara,
Sri Gading, Batu Pahat, Johor.
When:
Visitation by appointment only
More:
+6 012 - 723 1870
www.facebook.com/koleksiabah

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Pasar Karat
Johor Bahru

What initially started as just an ordinary small
flea market has grown in size to become a
large-scale night bazaar - that incorporates
other saleable new and pre-owned items, with
foodstuff included - in the heart of the city centre.‎

S‎ ome like to call it as Pasar Karat JB, while many Collectors Market
prefer to regard it as a bustling night bazaar that Mall of Medini
seems to attract a huge following from not just
locals, but also those from nearby Singapore If you’ve shopped the flea markets, scoured the
and foreign tourists alike. weekend bazaars and car boot sales for your
vintage finds and yet y‎ ou simply wish for more
Located along Jalan Segget and Jalan Tan Hiok places to check out - this collectors market will
Née, it’s essentially a fun night out attraction in be the ideal go-to place!
this southern gateway city of Malaysia which
offers a myrIad of things. The atmosphere is The Collectors Market at the Mall of Medini,
kept alive with the sounds of music from street the gateway to Legoland Ma‎ laysia in Iskandar
buskers. There are also chic hip cafes and Puteri, Johor, is one such event worth checking
boutique eateries that add to the merriment. out for your next road trip down south.

If you have a fascination for strictly old stuff‎ It boasts a gathering of over 80 vendors of antiques,
then this is simply not the right place, although vintage and collectibles under one roof for a two-
there are a few such vendors plying the trade. day fun and feel of the shopping adventure. Held
However, traders of old bundles of clothes on an annual basis, this year’s event promises to
and jeans seem to stock fairly good and rare be even more exciti‎ ng.
selections.
The Collectors Market Mall of Medini is undoubtedly
Where: a great marketplace that’s worth exploring -
Jalan Segget, Pusat Bandar Johor Bahru, to connect with vintage enthusiasts, and the
80000 Johor Bahru, Johor. excitement of finding something you’ve never seen
When: before. It is also a meeting place to foster friendship
Nightly 7:00 pm - 12:00 am new and old.
More:
+6 07 - 219 8000

Where:
Mall of Medini, Iskandar Puteri,
Johor Darul Ta’zim.
When:
Annually basis.
More:
www.facebook.com/mallofmedini

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STYLE for RENT: At this wedding photo booth in Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, it wasn’t surprising that ‘something old’ had a
starring role. Collections don’t have to be expensive, they just have to be put together with thought.

- Vintage props of an old coffee shop (kopitiam) scene by Ahlong Paiq at www.facebook.com/KoleksiAlong.

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Ernest Zacharevic’s street art mural of a “paper jet plane’ in Ipoh’s Heritage Trail, Perak.

Perak Kedah

Pasar Loken Ipoh Penang
US Agency Trading
Old House Museum Kelantan
Kapitan Antique Taiping Pahang

Perak

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Pasar Loken Ipoh

Open every Sunday morning, the Pasar Loken
in Ipoh is considered among the best flea market
sites in the country - both in terms of the number
of vendors, as well as its product varieties.

Located in Jalan Horley, in the new town area of
Ipoh city, it is known as 'Memory Lane or fondly
referred to as 'loken' or 'Pasar Karat’ (literally
means rustic market) by the locals.

Th‎ is so-called rustic market had its humble
beginning in Jalan Laksamana before it was
relocated nearer to Sungai Kinta and later to the
present site, where the Ipoh City Council finally
gave its stamp of approval - as a unique street
market with an added attraction of its own.

Pasar Loken Ipoh starts to bustle with activity as
early as 6.30am.‎ It’s good as they say, to go early
for some 'happy hunting' before it gets crowded,
as the weather could become too humid and
sweaty.

This market has a reputation of being a treasure
trove of things antique, vintage, retro, and
collectible, including the usual secondhand
i‎ tems at reasonable prices.

However, like any other flea markets everywhere
in the world, prices are usually negotiable, so
don’t hesitate to haggle.

Where:
Jalan Horley and its surrounding area.
When:
Every Sunday 6.30 am till 2.00 pm
More:
+6 08 - 208 3333

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US Agency Stamps Taiping’s Old House
& Coins Museum

Ipoh-born Govindasamy or fondly known as Almost everything you see in and around the
Govin is one of the few dealers of Malaysian three-storey pre-war shop house, built in 1880
stamps and coins. He is the proprietor of the has a history to tell and share about. Here, t‎ here
company US Agency,‎ whose shop is located is plenty for everyone to like and admire.
along Jalan Sultan Idris Shah in the city of Ipoh,
Perak. The Old House Museum as the name suggests,‎
is located right in the middle of the historic town’s
Apart from dealing in stamps, coins and currency famous Market Square along Jalan Taming Sari
notes for more than thirty years, he also collects where the town’s iconic clock tower stands.
and sells old and rare postcards, including first
day covers. The building’s original owner‎ is Lim Ji You, a
Taiping philanthropist and businessman whose
His passion as a hobbyist, collector and dealer descendants have since migrated overseas.
in this specialised field has taken him to more However, as trustees, they decided to lease the
than thirty countries, either as an exhibitor/dealer property as a heritage house-museum to Tan
or even to organise exhibitions on the related Kok Siew, an antique and curios dealer who
subject of his profound interest in stamps, coins, opens the door to visitors for viewing by prior
and currency notes. reservation.

Govin occasionally give talks to schools when Tan, who also owns two antique shops nearby
invited. There is always a story behind every has cleverly put to advantage some of his
stamp and coin, and these collectibles provide sizeable stock of antiquities a‎ nd vintage items
good returns in investment. for display - along with the owner’s impressive
collection that includes furniture, portraits from
Where: the family album, period paraphernalia, rare
115, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, 30000 Ipoh, Perak. historical prints and artefacts.
When:
Mon to Fri from 10am - 5pm As it is today, the three levels are filled to the
More: brim with priceless antiques, vintage collections
+6 0‎ 12 501 7775 and every imaginable items used in the house
www.facebook.com/usagencytrading more than a century ago. Apart from being just
a showcase, many of the display items are also
for sale.

Where:
2A, Market Square, 34000 Taiping, Perak.
When:
By prior reservation. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Entrance fee apply.
More:
+6 019 - 551 3058
[email protected]

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houses, 19th century town houses, temples,
mosques and colonial buildings contribute to
Taiping’s old world charm.

Speaking of old stuff, the likes of antiques,
vintage and collectibles, do check out the
Kapitan Antiques House in Taiping, owned
and managed by Tan Kok Siew or Kapitan, as
he is fondly called. Tan, is also the caretaker of
Taiping’s Old House Museum.

Tan’s passion for saving things from the past is
very visible looking at the numerous c‎ ollection
that he has accumulated over the years. At a
glance it looks like an Aladdin’s cave of treasure
troves - occupying every single space - in the
shop. Yet Tan knows what and where to find
them.

Old House Museum

Old House Museum

Kapitan Antiques
House

If you’re into old stuff, you will probably like Tan Kok Siew, Kapitan Antiques House
Taiping - one of Malaysia’s oldest town that is
famous for its many firsts! Streets of old shop

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Tan’s passion for saving things
from the past is very visible
looking at the numerous collection
that he has accumulated over the

years.

Tan admits that he lives and breathe vintage, and
that he prefers to collect than to sell, which goes
to say he is a 'keeper o‎ f things from the past'.
However, if someone offers him the right price,
and when he pretty well knows there’s always a
replacement, he might be willing to part with it.
Antique bicycles and tricycles have always
fascinated his search for old stuff during his
pioneering days of collecting and hunting. Today,
he is proud to add the classic Penny Farthing
bicycle to his treasured collection.
Where:
No 32, Jalan Ong Saik, 34000 Taiping, Perak.
When:
Open daily. 9.30 am - 5.30 pm
More:
+6 019 - 551 3058
www.facebook.com/capitanantiqueshouse

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Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic’s street art ‘Little
Children on Bicycle’ George Town, Penang.

Penang Langkawi

Lorong Kulit Flea Market Kedah
Pasar Aneka Taman Selat
Hin Sunday Pop Up Market
Prakash Jakathesan Tiffin Carrier Collector

Penang

Perak

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Lorong Kulit Pasar Aneka
Flea Market Taman Selat

The Lorong Kulit Flea Market is undoubtedly Popularly known as Rope Walk Taman Selat‎ in
Penang’s most famous flea market, said to be Butterworth, on the mainland side of Penang,
the biggest, and the only one that operates daily. the place is managed by the Koperasi Pasar
Aneka Taman Selat - a cooperative body-and it
Located on the open ground between the features curios, novelties and everyday items in
entrance to the City Stadium and the bus depot one flea market.
for Rapid Penang, the flea market has been
operating for the past decade since its humble This flea market reveals a fascinating spectrum
beginning at Rope Walk, off Penang Road in the of offerings - a mix-match of things that are
city centre. not only labelled as antiques and vintage items‎
but also the mundane and exotic, like the rare
Although the market is opened from the wee medicinal roots from the jungles. Other regular
hours of the morning until noon daily, the best products found here include mobile phones,
time to visit is still during weekends where there sunglasses, helmets, watches,‎ bundle clothes,
are more vendors coming to sell their goods. etc.

It is a flea market in the real sense of the A fascinating find of vintage and curios stuff
word which offers wide range of one-of-a-kind would include o‎ ld swords, brass wares, clocks,
collectibles. books, paintings and old photographs, historic
coins and currency notes from the colonial eras,
There’s a treasure trove of things to be found here vinyl and cassettes, plus many other collectibles.
and the market has gained quite a reputation
among Malaysian pickers and collectors ‎ for its Where:
variety and bargain prices. No 17, Pasar Aneka Taman Selat,
Jalan Selat, 13500 Butterworth, Penang.
Where: When:
Lorong Kulit, near City Stadium, Weekends 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
10300 George Town, Penang. More: ‎
When: +6 04 - 323 3788
Daily. 6.30 am - 12.00 pm.
More:
+6 04 - 259 2020

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Hin Pop-Up Market

Although this is not a flea market site, it would
be interesting to check out this weekly Sunday
pop-up market held at the backyard of Hin Bus
Depot,‎ an abandoned old bus depot with its
charming art deco-style building.

Here you may shop for handmade crafts, cute trinkets,
creative-designed T-shirts, pre-owned items, fashion
accessories, h‎ omemade cakes and cookies, bric
bracs and more

The whole place has since evolved into a vibrant
hub for George Town’s burgeoning art scene,
courtesy of Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic’s
first solo exhibition, and more recently, it has also
curated t‎ he first solo photography exhibition
‘Found Things. The Flea Market Voyage of
Howard Tan’.

Where:
31, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town,
10300 Penang.
When:
Weekly on Sunday. 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
More:
+6 04 - 226 5691
www.facebook.com/hinpopupmarket

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Prakash Jakathesan -
Tiffin Carrier
Collector

You have a collection when you positively know
you want more of a certain thing. It’s when just
one simply won’t do. That best sums up die-hard
collector of tiffin carriers Prakash R Jakathesan
from Penang.

Prakash and his wife, Punita Muthiah started
collecting tiffin carriers or stacked food
containers in 2007. In 2014, their ensemble of
more than185 tiffin carriers earned them a spot
in the Malaysia Book of Records. To date, their
collection has increased not so much in numbers
but more in the variety and rarity of each item.

The couple’s greatest achievement was when
the Penang Museum h‎ eld a tiffin carrier exhibition
in their honour, themed ‘The Revolution of Tiffin
Carriers’ which ran for three months for the
viewing public.

The oldest tiffin carrier in their collection was
made in 1870. It is a charcoal tiffin, meaning
food placed inside this carrier can be warmed up
by charcoal at the bottom, so it stays hot when
food is served.

In Malaysia, the enamel floral motif Straits
Chinese or Peranakan tiffin carriers which were
manufactured in Europe are still a sought-after
vintage items by collectors‎ . Today, most tiffins
are made of stainless steel or aluminium and
also plasticware.
More:
+6 012 - 404 1424
www.facebook.com/prakashjakathesan

In 2014, their ensemble
of more than 185 tiffin
carriers has earned them
a spot in the Malaysia

Book of Records.

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A towering wall mural of Malaysia’s Father of Independence in Alor Setar, Kedah.

Kedah Perlis

Pasar Karat Kampung Berjaya Langkawi
Malaysia Tourist Market Langkawi
Kedah
Perlis
Penang
Galeri Seni Piring Hitam Perlis
Koleksi Cikgu Mat Jusoh

Perak

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Pasar Karat Malaysia Tourist
Kampung Berjaya Market Langkawi

The weekly Kampung Berjaya flea market is The Malaysia Tourist Market Langkawi made
definitely a destination for flea marketing and its debut with 12 vendors at the first-ever Royal
thrift shopping when you’re in Alor Setar, Kedah. Langkawi Classic Car Show 2017 held at the
Held every Friday morning until late afternoon, it Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC)
is popular with both bargain hunters and vintage in April 2017.
collectors.
The first to be held on the island as a unique
Located at Jalan Putra in the heart of the city, it venue for antiques, vintage and collectible
has a sizeable number of flea market vendors,‎ lovers, the market was creatively curated as a
and some are said to come as far as Ipoh and sideline event amid a showcase of 50 vintage
Penang to sell a variety of interesting and fun and classic cars under one roof.
items at reasonable prices.
Its successful appearance sparked a need to
T‎ hough not as lively as that of Loken market in have a monthly flea market happening as an
Ipoh, it is quite huge. You never know what you added tourism attraction in Langkawi. A suitable
might find here at the outdoor morning market spot has been identified at one of the island’s
and it's best that you make an early start when iconic hotspot and it should be up and running
there are still choice items to discover. soon.

T‎ here’s a little bit of everything - both big and To ensure you won't miss out on the Langkawi
small. We suggest that you take your time to walk flea market updates, follow them at:
around and scour the items at your pace. What’s
interesting they have new stuff constantly. www.facebook.com/malaysiatouristmarket
or call Langkawi LADA +6 04 - 960 0600.
If you haven’t been to the Kampung Berjaya flea
market for some of the cheapest flea market
finds, then you’re missing the boat.‎ There’s so
much eye candy and lots of vintage goodies up
for grabs.

Where :
1022, Jalan Putra, Kampung Berjaya,
05150 Alor Setar, Kedah.
When :
Every Friday. 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
More : ‎
+6 04 - 733 2499

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Nat Pokok
Getah Market

What’s unique and unusually different about this
flea market in Perlis - the northern most state of
Malaysia, is its location in a rubber plantation in
Kampung Kubang, Pauh, about 3km from the
royal town of Arau.
‎
In Perlis, the morning markets are fondly known
by the locals as ‘Nat’. The Nat Pokok Getah is
the most popular as it incorporates a small flea
market where about ten vendors ply their so-
called “treasures from the past”.

At times it is at remote places such as this‎
where one can hope to find good old things
in preserved working condition like iron beds,
vintage bicycles, brass wares, old wall clocks,‎
kitchen utensils and much more at relatively low
prices.

T‎ he off-beaten path flea market sites are always
interesting places to scoop up surprises and
hidden gems right from the source. Even if you
don't manage to find anything that catches your
fancy, it’s wonderful atmosphere and the friendly
kampung folks are a welcome sight to behold.

Where : vinyl records of various music genres from all
Kampung Kubang, Pauh, 02600 Arau, Perlis. over the world. At the back of the gallery, there
When :‎ are also a wall full of cassettes and on the
Every Sunday from 7:00 am - 12:00 pm other, compact discs. This is apart from some
More: train models which Mustari used to collect
+6 04 - 976 2188 previously.

Galeri Seni Piring Everything on display at the gallery is neatly
Hitam Perlis arranged, clean and well kept from heat,
dust ‎ and water, as exposing them to such
His love for music, listening to them from a elements would have a negative impact on
record player and his chance discovery of his Mustari's treasured collection. One can easily
father’s modest collection of about 70 records be overwhelmed by his impressive collection
was the driving force for Mustari Mohamad to on display which may literally be sum up as a
set up the little known Galeri Seni Piring Hitam 'record of history, culture and memories'.
Perlis in Kangar.
/Malaysia Flea Market Galore 45
The gallery which started opening its doors in
2010, currently has a collection of over 5000

Koleksi Cikgu
Mat Jusoh

A home filled with love, laughter and vintage
treasures is what puts a big smile on the face of
flea market enthusiast Cikgu Mat Jusoh and his
wife, Fariza Idris from the village of Mata Ayer,
Perlis.

The couple’s semi-wooden Malay traditional
house by a padi field, is always a hive of
activity as they welcome visitors‎ which include
academicians, university students and collectors
alike to share in their p‎ assion for 'old is gold'
stuff.

Their living room is their show gallery. Here, the
treasured collection o‎ f their flea market finds
from Kedah, Perlis and Penang - and some
bought online are neatly displayed. Among their
prize possession is an antique gramophone
besides rare lighters, vintage bicycles, record
players, books and old manuscripts.

The couple love to entertain visitors, and are
very happy to share and explain about their
collection d‎ espite their hectic schedule. Life in
the past lane to them is certainly one of the good
old days!

Interestingly, unlike most galleries where things Where:
normally on exhibit are strictly a showpiece,‎ Kampung Mata Ayer, Kangar, Perlis.
here among Mustari’s vinyl record gallery of When:
albums and singles, you have the chance to Visits are by appointment only.
actually listen to the records of your pick from More:
all that on display. +6 04 - 938 001

Every single album has a pride of place, not just
in the gallery but in Mustari's heart, for he really
appreciates his works of arts and he wants to
share in the joy with anyone who have the same
passion and interest as he does.

Where:
No 5, Jalan Sena Indah, Taman Sena Indah,
01000 Kangar, Perlis.
When:
Visits are by appointment only.
More:
+6 017 - 577 2005

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A street art scene in Kota Bharu, the country’s so-called Islamic city, Kelantan.

Kelantan

Pasar Karat Kota Bharu
Pasar Pagi Jumaat KB

Perak Terengganu

Kelantan

Pahang

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Pasar Karat
Kota Bharu

The flea market fever in Malaysia has spread far
and wide, and the trend has caught up, even in
far flung places like in Kota Bharu,‎ the capital of
the east coast state of Kelantan.

What’s old and rusty, is no longer seems to be Pasar Pagi Jumaat KB
trash or 'garbage' as people begin to see beauty
in everything. Many believe most things get Kota Bharu, situated in the east coast state
better with age and have decided to welcome of Kelantan, is one destination where Malay
such items home. cultures and islamic influence have been
preserved in all its traditional richness. At times,
However, most of the items found at the flea it seems much like a country unto itself.
market here are those from the most recent past.
The vibes can easily be felt at the morning-only
The Thursday night-flea market at Laman Friday street market held a‎ t Jalan Ismail, south
Siti Khadijah sells everything from old stuff to of Jalan Hulu Pasar in the centre of town. At
modern collectibles and this is what makes a glance, the market can be mistaken as an
people congregate i‎ n the hope of getting Arabian souq with its middle-eastern inspired
something unique from the past to bring home. street-art and ambience.

Where: The informal market where much of everything
Laman Siti Khadijah, Jalan Buluh Kubu, on sale are laid bare on the streets, surprisingly
Kota Bharu, Kelantan. has some hidden gems‎ of old beauty for one to
When: scour through. It’s the next best thing to actually
Every Thursday night. 7:00 pm - 11:00 m being at a flea market.
More: ‎
+6 019 - 321 7673 Where:
Jalan Ismail, Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
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Every Friday morning. 8:00 am - noon
More: ‎
+6 09 - 745 4000 / +6 09 - 743 5000

A painted-horse design at the French-themed village of Colmar Tropical in Bukit Tinggi, Pahang.

Pahang Kelantan Terengganu

Pasar Karat TSK
Time Tunnel Museum, Cameron Highland

Perak

Selangor Pahang

Kuala Lumpur

Negeri
Sembilan

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Pasar Karat
TSK Kuantan

Don’t judge this market by its size and the
products display at a glance which could turn
you away. Take time to scour through the items
and who knows what could be your treasure and
pick of the day.

The Pasar Karat TSK at the Terminal Sentral Time Tunnel Museum
Kuantan clearly shows that the idea of flea Cameron Highlands
markets has visibly grown throughout the
country and Kuantan, the capital of the east Take a step back in time in small town Brinchang,
coast state of Pahang is no exception. Cameron Highlands, to marvel at some of the
nostalgic collection‎ of memorabilia, artefacts,
Apart from providing the vendors a platform and photo exhibits of everyday life in the past
for engaging in small business to supplement lane.
their income,‎ it has also turned into an added
attraction in itself for both locals and visitors The Time Tunnel Cameron‎ Highlands is touted to
alike. be Malaysia’s first memorabilia museum, which
also doubles as a local museum for Cameron
Where: Highlands historical timeline.
T‎ erminal Kuantan Sentral, Bandar Indera
Mahkota, Kuantan, Pahang.
When:
Every weekend Sat & Sun.
More:
+6 09 - 512 1666

Set up in 2007 by an avid local collector, Siew
Kok Shan, it houses an array of personal
keepsakes from the past which evokes a former
era from days gone by which helps stimulate the
minds of both young and old.

This is simply a worthy place to relive our
childhood memories from contact with objects
from the past that include rusty Horlicks signs,
old barber’s chair, cigarette boxes and cans,
serving platters, coffee shops cups and saucers,
children toys and play things, comics, and many
more exquisite works of art.

Where:
255 Jalan Sungai Burung,
39100 Brinchang, Cameron Highlands,
Pahang.
When:
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Admission charges apply.

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