Jonker Street, Jonker Walk or Jalan Hang Jebat
Visitors might want to choose a name to call this street according to their mood!  Located at the very heart of Melaka, Malaysia, they might prefer to use Jonker Street, which is what it is fondly remembered by.  This narrow alley was once a wealthy street filled with rich colonial residents and today it has become a paradise for antique collectors.  Featuring unique antique pieces that date as far back as the 17th century, it attracts bargain hunters looking for handmade Chinese porcelain, …

Malacca has been a trade port since its beginning.  Arabs, Bengalis, Malabarese, Persians and Tamils from the west; Javanese, Sudanese and the Sulu people from the archipelago; Burmese, Chinese, Khmers, as well as Thais, came to this land for trading.  In return, each of them left a part of their culture.  Perhaps one of the best things they left in return were their temples.  Temples are located throughout Malacca, and some of the distinguished ones include:
The Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
Built in 1781, this is one of the very first …

Attraction type: Melaka Malaysia Resorts

A Famosa Resort Melaka

Overview

A Famosa Resort Melaka is a resort that is perfect for the holidays and will leave you in a world of fantasy.  Named after a 16th century Portuguese monument, this resort can truly claim to have something for every visitor.  It is situated on a 1300 acre site in Alor Gajah, surrounded by breathtaking views of the hills and the luscious countryside.  The resort is carefully designed to provide comfort for all of its guests, offering facilities and amenities to cater to all …

Attraction type: 5-star Hotel, Business Class Hotel

The Melaka Equatorial Hotel, a 5-star international business class hotel, is situated in the heart of the historical city of Malacca.  Located within walking distance to the main business, shopping and entertainment districts, it is the only 22-storey hotel bringing the finest blend of allure and modern day conveniences to historical Malacca.
Hotel Rooms

The Malacca Equatorial Hotel offers 496 rooms that are elegantly furnished and  it provides a great view of the Straits of Malacca or better yet, the historical St. Paul’s Hill. The rooms …

Melaka Clock Tower

Melaka is among the third smallest Malaysian state.  The state of Malacca is located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula.  The capital of the state is Malacca Town and the state is headed by the Governor or Yang di-Pertua Negeri.  This historical city received the popular recognition of World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008.
Melaka History

Melaka was founded in 1400 by Parameswara, a young Hindu prince from Palembang.  Parameswara fled from the Javanese enemy of his homeland.  Under his reign, Melaka grew to be the …

The Melaka River Night View

The Melaka River or Sungai Malacca can be seen as the beginning of Malacca history, when it was called ‘Venice of the East’ by the Europeans who traveled to it.  Its historical importance also lies in the fact that, during the 15th century, the Prince Parameswara of Sumatra created his Sultanate at the entrance to this river.  It was on the east bank, at the bottom of Malaccan Hill (now known as St. Paul’s Hill), where he placed his palace.  On its route to the sea, …

Melaka is a land rich in color!  Its astonishing heritage gives its visitors a land of many sights and attractions. The multi-faceted culture is seen in the exotic foods, games, numerous art galleries and museums, glorious festivals, and exceptional architecture.
The official religion of Malacca is Islam.  Hence, numerous mosques are seen throughout the city. The mosques in Malacca have a fascinating and unique architecture that attract tourists from all over the world.  The mosques in Malacca include:
Kampung Kling Mosque
Kampung Kling Mosque is one of the oldest mosques located in Chinatown.  …

Attraction type: Museum, Gallery

Muzium Istana, or the Royal Museum, is also known as Istana Batu, and it is located in Kota Bharu town in the state of Kelantan.  Kelantan, meaning “Land of Lighting”, is a state with green fields, abundant villages of traditional fishing peoples, and beaches lined with casuarinas.  Located in the northeast corner of peninsula, Kelantan holds numerous exciting opportunities for tourists, including river cruises, river rafting, bird watching, and jungle trekking.

Muzium Istana

This museum originally belonged to the Royal Family of Kelantan.  This unique blue-and-white palace was built …

Melaka is a must-visit for anyone coming to Malaysia as a tourist.  The reason?  It has earned a mention as one of the UNESCO’s World Heritage sites (along with Georgetown).  But the place is not only known for its historic importance, as a buzzing city, with a rich cultural history Malacca is a shopping heaven; shopping in Melaka can be an exciting experience if you know what to shop for and from where!

Dataran Pahalwan Shopping Mall

It is good to exchange your currency beforehand, if you are coming from Singapore; the …

Attraction Type: Cultural Park, Alternate Living

Taman Mini Malaysia

If you are curious about the history of Malaysian architecture or in other words, if you want to see the traditional style of housing of all the 13 states of Malaysia, their people and their ways of life, then this is a “never-miss” destination for you!
The Taman Mini Malaysia cultural park, located a few kilometers outside of Melaka, near the town of Ayer Keroh, is built on a singular concept of portraying the essential culture of Malaysia through its architecture and the rooted …