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Malacca ( Malay: Melaka ), officially the Historic State of Malacca ( Malay: Melaka Negeri Bersejarah ), is a state in Malaysia located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula, facing the Strait of Malacca. The state is bordered by Negeri Sembilan to the north and west and Johor to the south. The exclave of Tanjung Tuan also borders ...
- 1,664 km² (642 sq mi)
- Parliamentary
Learn about the history, culture and attractions of Malacca, the unofficial historical capital of Malaysia. Find out how to get there from Kuala Lumpur or Singapore, where to stay and what to do in this comprehensive guide.
- Visit Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese Temple. Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese Temple has the claim to fame of being the oldest Chinese temple of its kind in Malaysia and dates from the 17th century.
- Enjoy the views at the Taming Sari Revolving Tower. It is hard not to notice Taming Sari Revolving Tower when you are in Malacca as it soars to a height of 110 meters and can seat 66 passengers at one time.
- Admire the Sultanate Palace. The Sultanate Palace is actually a model of the original wooden palace that belonged to Sultan Mansur Shah who would have been the ruler of Malacca from 1456 to 1477.
- Walk around Stadthuys. Stadthuys is one of the most famous landmarks in Malacca and you will recognize it immediately thanks to the crimson façade. The building dates from 1650 which makes it the oldest of its kind that was built during the Dutch colonial period and is modeled on the Stadhuis or town hall in Hoorn in the Netherlands.
Malacca City ( Malay: Bandaraya Melaka or Kota Melaka) is the capital city of the Malaysian state of Malacca, in Melaka Tengah District. It is the oldest Malaysian city on the Straits of Malacca, having become a successful entrepôt in the era of the Malacca Sultanate. The present-day city was founded by Parameswara, a Sumatran prince who ...
- A Historical City
- Visit Cheng Hoon Teng Temple 青云亭
- Sri Poyyatha Vinayaga Moorthy Temple and Masjid Kampong Kling
- Admire The Old Architecture at Jonker Street, Melacca
- Stroll Along The Riverbank of The Malacca River
- Visit The Surrounding of Dutch Square
- St. Paul’s Church
- Flora de La Mar Maritime Museum
- Visit Kampong Morten and The Portuguese Settlement
- Savor The Local Food in Malacca
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Malacca (also known as Melaka) was a simple fishing village until Parameswara, a prince from Sumatra, landed on Malacca’s shores in the late 14th century. In the 15th century, the Malacca Sultanate allied with China to fight against the invasion by the Siamese. Over time, more Chinese settled in Malacca and married the local Malays, who are called ...
We checked into Liu Men Hotel, opposite the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. So, naturally, we just cross the street to visit the temple upon arrival. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Malacca. It was built in 1645 during the Dutch Malacca era by the second Chinese Kapitan Chan Lak Koa. All the building materials were brought fr...
A city with diverse cultures, Malacca is multicultural, where everyone lives side by side harmoniously. The area around Jalan Tokong is called ‘Harmony Street’ because the Chinese Temple, the mosque, and the Hindu Temple co-exist closely. Masjid Kampong Kling is just a minute’s walk from Cheng Hong Teng temple. This mosque was built by Indian Musli...
We walked toward the Malacca riverbank in the evening, passing many historical buildings in the Jonker Street area. Malacca’s trip is incomplete if you do not visit Jonker Street. The grand gate of the street welcomes us with the Chinese New Year vibe (we came here just two weeks before the Chinese New Year). However, numerous buildings with Europe...
We strolled along the Malacca River Walk in the evening, an ideal way to see the historical city of Malacca. Numerous landmarks are nearby, with endless Instagram-worth spots to take pictures. It was great to spend a late afternoon here when the sun was no longer blistering hot. There are many murals on the old buildings on both sides of the river....
We cross the bridge from Jonker Street to the other side of the riverbank, which looks significantly different from the traditional Chinese architecture of Jonker Street. Here is where the Dutch Squares is, also called the Red Square, as most of the buildings have a crimson facade, The main attractions are the Christ Church and Stadhuys. Christ Chu...
We walked up to St Paul’s Hill, behind the Dutch Square. St. Paul’s Church is right on the top of the hill. It was built by the Portuguese in 1521, dedicated to Virgin Mary, and is the oldest church in Malaysia. The church remained in use until the Christ Church was built. The stones featured inside the church have old Dutch text on them. These pla...
There are a few museumsnear Dutch Square, and we choose to visit the maritime museum only due to our tight schedule. It is just a short walk from Dutch Square along the riverbank. The museum is housed in a replica of Flor de la Mar, a Portuguese ship that sank off the Straits of Malacca in 1511. The museum is about the trading activities and seafar...
On the following day, we visited Kampong Morten, a historical traditional Malay village in the city dating back to the 1920s. The village has more than one hundred traditional Malay houses, and most have been upkeep. The village is near the Malacca River. You can do a riverbank walk from the Dutch Squared to this far or drive here within minutes. W...
Malacca is also a gastronomical haven with a wide variety of specialty food. We have tried a few which are unique and delicious. Our Malacca friend hand-picked some stores for us. Some foods are famous, and others are only available in Malacca! Nyonya cuisine is from the descendants of Chinese migrants who married the local Malay. We chose to visit...
Malacca is a UNESCO World Heritage city with a rich historical and cultural heritage. Explore the old temples, mosques, and street view of the old city, admire the colonial buildings and the riverbank of the Malacca river. Visit the Baba Nyonya Museum and the Jonker Walk night market for more insights into the diverse cultures and cuisine of Malacca.
Apr 3, 2024 · Melaka, also known as Malacca, is a historic city in Malaysia with diverse influences and attractions. Learn about its street art, temples, mosques, churches, markets, and more in this comprehensive guide.
The Malacca Dutch Square is definitely one of the most iconic sights of this charming historical city. The area is distinguished by a collection of picturesque, red colonial Dutch buildings built between 1660 and 1700 - you'll find the Stadthuys (known to be the oldest-existing Dutch building in the East), Christ Church, and the iconic Malacca clock tower here, often surrounded by colourful ...
