Last week of November, I participated again in familiarisation tour promoting the national tourism campaign of Malaysia which is the Visit Malaysia 2014 and Celebrate 1Malaysia Truly Asia by Tourism Malaysia and in partnership with the Gaya Travel Magazine, this time, it aims to further promote the the beautiful state of Malacca. Here I came up with Melaka travel guide.
PLACES TO VISIT AND THINGS TO DOChrist Church. This church was built between 1741 and 1753. It replaced a Portuguese church, which was shattered. You'll find Dutch tombstones on the flooring of the church. It is the oldest protestant church in Malaysia. On the altar you will see sacramental silverware, still bearing the Dutch coat of arms.
Dutch Square. Elegant square around Christ Church and the Stadhuys. On this square you will find the Tang Beng Swee Clock Tower, it looks Dutch, but it is not. It was built in 1886.
Fort A Famosa. Is a Portuguese fortress located in Malacca, built in 1511 under the command of Alfonso de Albuquerque. It is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia. The Porta de Santiago, a small gate house, is the only remaining part of the fortress still standing.
Menara Taming Sari. Take a ride in a 80 meters high tower with revolving deck to have a spectacular and panoramic view of Melaka UNESCO World Heritage City.
Ride colorful trishaw. Apart from doing the standard walking Melaka tour, you can also enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage City by riding a trishaw.
Portuguese Settlement. Here is where the descendants of the Portuguese who conquered Malacca in 1511 live today. The settlement, located just southeast of the city centre, consists of tidy rows of mostly wooden houses leading up to the Portuguese Square (Malay Medan Portugis). The people here may look Malay but peer into their houses and you'll see the characteristic altar with status of Jesus and Mary perched high on their walls. Quite a few still speak Cristao (or Cristang), a Portuguese patois.
A catholic church in the Portuguese Settlement
The last traditional Portuguese house.
Melaka River. Take a relaxing stroll down the river from Jalan Munshi Abdullah. The route takes you along a boardwalk and past a number of sheek looking houses decorated with large paintings. You can also do the river cruise here.
Melaka River
Houses alongside of Melaka river are painted with colorful and meaningful murals.
Jonker Walk. The center street of Chinatown – was once renowned for its antique shops. However over the years it has turned to clothing and crafts outlets as well as restaurants. The best part of Jonker Street is the night market on Fridays and Saturdays that sells everything from tasty treats to cheap keepsakes.
Kampung Kling Mosque. Built on 1748, this mosque is considered as one of the oldest mosque in Malaysia. It is situated at Jalan Tukang Emas. The mosque is one of the traditional mosques in Melaka, which still retains its original design. The architectural design of the mosque is a cross between Sumatran, Chinese, Hindu and Melaka Malay. The Kampung Kling Mosque is named based on the place where Indian traders dwell in that place called Kampung Kling.
Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Culture Park. This cultural park is actually located few kilometers outside Melaka, near the town of Ayer Keroh. Here you can find the traditional houses of each Malaysia's states. Each of the homes represents the architectural style of the 13 states in Malaysia and is furnished with various items, arts and crafts which depict the culture of each state, inside each house, you can find a range of their trademark handicrafts. So much to explore about their culture and the tradition which can be found in one place. You'll learn many things about Malaysia here!
Bulak Cart is considered first mode of transportation in Melaka.
Iban Tribe or Ibans are branch of Dayak people from Borneo.
Most Ibans are located at Sarawak and know for being farmers and hunters.
The Malacca Straits Mosque (Majid Selat) is a modern mosque located on the man-made Malacca Island near Malacca Town The architecture of the mosque combines the craftsmanship of t he Middle Eastern and the Malays and cost MYR 10 million. It looks like a floating structure whenever the tide is high.
Hotel Puri Melaka. For those searching to enjoy the busy life of a city yet long for culture and fun during the holidays, the Hotel Puri in Melaka in the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia is a great choice and ideal for those who want to explore the city.
Strategically located in the heart of city of Malacca in Peninsular Malaysia, Hotel Puri in Malacca, in Peninsular Malaysia is a boutique hotel catering for the young and old with loads to explore. Hotel Puri in Malacca in the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia is a beautiful hotel set in a restored Peranakan House which belongs to the decedents of an eminent philanthropist and rubber plantation owner. Stand gracefully in the heart of city of Malacca, major construction has been done to preserve the original structures and interestingly sculptured air well. Today, Hotel Puri stands as a boutique hotel retaining its old charm with a modern twist. The beautiful old architecture often dominates visitor’s impression as Hotel Puri in the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia as they still maintain and preserved the look from outside.
Hotel Hallmark Crown. Located at 170, Jalan Parameswara, Melaka Raya Malacca offers a comfortable and spacious room in a very affordable rates.
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