An undated image of a traditional bullock cart seen in Melaka town. Photo: Arkib Negara Malaysia
The tradition of driving the kereta lembu, one of Melaka's iconic identities, is experiencing a revival, and it is the next generation leading the way.
Adam Hazrik Zulhilmi, 32, is continuing his late father's legacy as a bullock cart driver and maker, with two of his bullocks, 'Abang' and 'Adik' forming part of an eight-bullock team. They are powering the kereta lembu and ferrying tourists to the popular tourist attractions in the historic state.
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