The origins of the Malay Sultanate

Visitors admiring the exterior of Istana Raja Melaka. The Melaka Sultanate played a role in establishing and strengthening many of the present Sultanates.

THE history of the Malay Sultanate can be traced back to the ancient kingdom of Langkasuka and the Melaka Sultanate.

Most of the state sultanates in Malaysia have their roots in the Melaka Sultanate, founded by Parameswara in 1400 AD, according to the Istana Negara’s official website.