MASJID TANAH: Pantai Tanjung Bidara, which had lost its appeal as a tourist destination, has regained popularity following a series of upgrading works, attracting visitors from within Malaysia and abroad.
Melaka Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ab Rauf Yusoh said the beach had considerable tourism potential and had previously served as a filming location for local and international movies.
However, he said, planning shortcomings had caused the area to lose its appeal, with fewer visitors choosing it as a holiday destination.
"When I took over the state government, I noticed that the beach was becoming increasingly quiet. On weekends, more people were going to Pantai Padang Kemunting instead.
