Melaka, Where It All Began
Back in the 15th century, Melaka was one of Southeast Asia’s greatest trading ports. Over time it lost favour to Singapore, but this slowdown in trade protected much of the ancient architecture of the state capital, Melaka City, from falling foul of development.
The historic centre was crowned a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, kick starting a decade of renewal. Modern Melaka swaggers once more, with visitors pouring in to experience the bustling weekend night market, heritage architecture and famously glitzy trishaws.
Offering views of the Straits of Malacca, this polished hotel near casual eateries is 3 km from the 17th-century Stadthuys in the old town, and 11 km from Malacca Airport. Featuring bold, modern decor, the fashionable rooms have Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs, plus minibars and safes. Some offer strait views, while suites add separate living/dining rooms. Upgraded suites come
Read more...An 8-minute walk from revolving Taming Sari Tower, this chic all-suites hotel is also 2 km from Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese temple and a 10-minute walk from the ferry terminal. The elegant suites feature 2 flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, marble bathrooms, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. There are also minibars and sitting areas with sofas. Upgraded suites add separate living
Read more...This straightforward city centre hotel is an 11-minute walk from A Famosa theme park and a 13-minute walk from the revolving Taming Sari Tower. The bright rooms have Wi-Fi and 102-cm flat-screen TVs, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities and bathrooms with rainfall showers. Kids 15 and under stay free in existing beds. Club rooms and suites offer access
Read more...Set in a bright modern building overlooking the Strait of Malacca, this relaxed hotel is 3 km from the museum housed in the Stadthuys 17th-century Dutch building and a 9-minute walk from the revolving Taming Sari Tower. The warm rooms and suites feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites have separate living/dining rooms and microwaves,
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St. Paul’s Church is a historic church building in Melaka that was originally built in 1521, making it the oldest church building in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. It is located at the summit of St. Paul’s Hill and is today part of the Melaka Museum Complex comprising the A Famosa ruins, the Stadthuys and other historical buildings. The original structure
Read more...Christ Church is an 18th-century Anglican church in the city of Melaka. It is the oldest functioning Protestant church in Malaysia. The Dutch conquest of Malacca from the Portuguese Empire in 1641 saw the proscription of Roman Catholicism and the conversion of existing churches to Dutch Reformed use. The old St. Paul’s Church at the summit of St. Paul Hill
Read more...The Jonker Walk (Chinese: 雞場街) is the Chinatown street of Melaka located along Jonker Street (Malay: Jalan Hang Jebat). It is a very popular historical street in Melaka. The road starts from across Melaka River near the Stadthuys. The road is filled with historical houses along its left and right sides dating back to 17th century. It also has shops
Read more...The Cheng Hoon Teng temple (Chinese: 青云亭, which means Temple of Green Cloud) is a Chinese temple practicing the Three Doctrinal Systems of Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. It is the oldest functioning temple in Malaysia. The Cheng Hoon Teng is situated close to Jalan Tukang Emas, also known as “Harmony Street” because of its proximity to the Kampung Kling Mosque
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