Melaka
Malaysia’s historic jewel was Europe’s principle trading hub in the Orient with a fantastic blend of Dutch, British and Portuguese colonial architecture. Wander the lanes where pirates plotted their next raid before enjoying unique Baba-Nyonya cuisine in charming guesthouses.
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Take a boat trip down the Sungai Melaka and stroll the Dutch quarter of ‘Little Amsterdam’ with its red-roofed godowns, while Chinatown and the stilted houses of Village Morten await on the river’s western bank…click and read more.
Nowhere in Southeast Asia is as famous for picking up diverse antiquities as Melaka’s Jonker Walk. Wander the alleys and browse treasures from all over the continent, while Taman Melaka Raya has modern malls with international brand names…click and read more.
Take a family excursion 14kms north of the city to the recreational park of Ayer Keroh where you’ll find cultural centres, a zoo and go-kart track. Plus there are national parks and beaches to explore as well…click and read more.
Melaka is famous for its varied colonial buildings and so there are plenty of crumbling chic digs with four-poster beds and old world charm. But this important trading hub also boasts new hotels with modern facilities for the business traveller…search and book here.
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Hospitality
Melaka is awash with plenty of accommodation choices catering for the crowds of tourists that want to experience this living museum. Visitors have the choice of colonial hotels in Melaka, guesthouses for backpackers passing through and modern chain establishments for businessmen. Food is where the city scores especially well and there are restaurants in Melaka for all tastes. Tourists flock here to sample unique Baba-Nyonya fare which is generating a culinary buzz with its unique fusion of Asian and European flavours. And although not known as a party town, there are plenty of Melaka nightlife spots to enjoy a few evening drinks.
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Highlights
Melaka was once was of the wealthiest kingdoms in the world, and visitors here can get a glimpse of this former majesty in the various neighbourhoods of the city. The roofless ethereal cathedral of Bukit St Paul lies right at the centre of Melaka, with the dark timber palace of Istana Ke Sultana and the Dutch Graveyard at its edge. The colonial administration buildings at Stadthuys are also nearby, while Chinatown and Jonker’s Walk lies across the Sungai Melaka. A 45-minute trip down this river brings one to Little Amsterdam, while the various adventure attractions of Ayer Keroh can be found 14kms north of town.
