By Zaki Salleh
LENGGONG: The Lenggong Valley Archaeological Gallery has officially reopened after a temporary closure for upgrading works.
The RM5 million upgrade project marks a significant effort to elevate the status of the nation’s archaeological heritage, particularly at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lenggong Valley.
The upgrades included internal maintenance, audiovisual systems, CCTV installations, electrical facilities, artifact exhibition design, and several other components.
These improvements aim to enhance the visitor experience and better preserve the displayed artifacts.
The project was a collaborative effort involving the Department of National Heritage (JWN) as the implementing agency, contractor Gemilang Aisy Sdn. Bhd., consultancy AD Associate, and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), which provided expert support.
Earlier, the reopening ceremony was officiated by the Deputy Secretary-General (Management) of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), Surrendren Sathasivam.
In his speech, he emphasized that the gallery plays a vital role not only as a center for archaeological knowledge and reference but also as a high-impact tourist attraction in preparation for Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (TMM2026).
At the same time, the gallery will continue to serve as a hub for research and historical learning, welcoming both local and international visitors interested in the early civilizations of this region.
With its official reopening, Lenggong Valley is now better positioned to become a proud national heritage tourism landmark.
