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.
This upscale hotel in a modern building in the center of Malacca City is 1.3 km from Baba & Nyonyo Heritage Museum and 1.4 km from the A Famosa Portuguese fortress. The chic rooms offer free WiFi, minibars, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas. Upgraded rooms add private entrances and access to a penthouse lounge. The property
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...Set on the bank of the Melaka River and overlooking the straits of Malacca, this refined, Mediterranean-inspired hotel is also an 8-minute walk from the storied Jonker Street Night Market. Featuring balconies with river views and wood floors, the split-level rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as DVD players, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking
Read more...This high-end hotel overlooking the Malacca River is a 13-minute walk from the Stadthuys museum and 2 km from the revolving Taming Sari Tower. The elegant rooms and suites feature antique-style accents, free Wi-Fi and cable TV. The 2 suites add separate sitting areas and river views, as well as 4-poster beds and free-standing tubs. Breakfast and parking are complimentary.
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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...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
Read more...The Hang Li Poh’s Well (Malay: Perigi Hang Li Poh), also known as King’s Well, is a historical water well situated in Bukit Cina (English: Chinese Hill ｜ Chinese: 三宝井), Melaka. It is the oldest water well in Malaysia. The well is one of three wells within the area and thus the area’s Chinese name 三宝井, which means the three
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
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