Attraction type: Melaka Churches, Christian Churches, Historical Landmarks

Churches in Melaka

Melaka is a sleepy city built on a rich historical background.  And so, in July 2008, it was honored as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Among the numerous astonishing historical buildings in Melaka, its churches are quite popular. These historical landmarks reveal Melaka History very well. The churches in Melaka include:
St Paul’s Church

St. Paul’s Church, Melaka, Malaysia

The church was built by Duarte Coelho, a Portuguese captain. It was formerly a chapel named ‘Our Lady of the Hill’ by the Portuguese.  …

Attraction Type: Observation Deck
About Menara Taming Sari

Menara Taming Sari Melaka, Malaysia

Menara Taming Sari (Melaka Tower) is the first and only gyro tower in Malaysia so far.  It measures 110 meters in height, and revolves 360° to provide a panoramic view of Malacca town and beyond. It was commercially opened on the 18th of April of 2008.
The tower is built with advanced Swiss technology, and is said to have the ability of absorbing earthquakes measuring 10 richter scales.  The inspiration behind the 110 meter viewing tower was the legendary Taming …

Attraction type: River Cruise, Melaka Tour

About Melaka River Cruise
The Melaka River was a key reason behind what Melaka is today. The beautiful past of this great city would not have been possible had its was not bestowed with a river like this. It other words, the Melaka River significantly shaped the history of this land.

Melaka River Cruise

The Melaka River can be imagined as the embodiment of the Malay Sultanate of Melaka;  it was the start and conclusion of each war.  The Melaka River was perhaps one the most important incentives …

Attraction Type: Melaka Street bazaar, Melaka Shopping

About Jonker Street (Walk)

If you happen to be in Melaka, Jonker Street is a must see! The narrow street, which is located in the Melaka Chinatown, is also known as Jonker Walk and Jalan Hang Jebat.  It has several of the oldest houses in the country, dating to the era of the 17th century, therefore it is also unofficially called the Antique Street.  The thin street is famous amongst the locals for selling artifacts of different periods; you will certainly find stuff from various …