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.
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.
Read more...On the banks of the Malacca River, this polished hotel in a modern high-rise building is 2 km from Jonker Street Night Market and 8 km from Melaka Airport. Warm rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs; some feature balconies and/or river views. Suites add features such as kitchenettes, sofabeds, pool access and/or 2 bedrooms. Upgraded suites include access to
Read more...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
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The Stadthuys (an old Dutch spelling, meaning city hall) is a historical structure situated in the heart of Melaka. The Stadhuys is known for its red exterior and nearby red clocktower. It was built by the Dutch in 1650 as the office of the Dutch Governor and Deputy Governor. Situated at Laksamana Road, beside the Christ Church, the supposed oldest remaining Dutch historical building in the Orient, is now home
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 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...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
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