Kuala Lumpur Trip Overview
Malacca is the historical state of Malaysia, rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures. It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system.
Today, in Malacca, you can still see the imprints of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces left behind in forts, museums, churches and towers. Visit Malacca for the cultural experience of a lifetime.
Jonker Street,the most popular district in Malacca, Jonker Street is a haven for antique collectors, bargain hunters, vintage fashion enthusiasts, as well as travellers looking to savour delectable Malaccan cuisines.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Starts: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
Malacca is the historical state of Malaysia, rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures. It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system.
Today, in Malacca, you can still see the imprints of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces left behind in forts, museums, churches and towers. Visit Malacca for the cultural experience of a lifetime.
Jonker Street,the most popular district in Malacca, Jonker Street is a haven for antique collectors, bargain hunters, vintage fashion enthusiasts, as well as travellers looking to savour delectable Malaccan cuisines.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Red Square (Dutch Square), Melaka Malaysia
Dutch Square is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration (the Stadthuys, Christ Church), the British colonization (Queen Victoria’s Fountain), and the Chinese settlers (Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower in honor of a generous Chinese tycoon). The Portuguese traces remain at A Famosa. But you can see some ruins of Portuguese fortress on the bank of River Melaka across the Square.
What you will like about Red Square it is the atmosphere like a carnival square where you find many tourists and locals like those from other states of Malaysia, overseas tourists other than Singapore like China, Taiwan even Indonesia, European and American tourists. The hustle and bustle of the tourists posing and snapping photos; those souvenirs shops crowded with souvenirs hunters so overwhelming. Not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws enticing tourists with blaring hit songs. This area is extremely photogenic so make sure your camera battery is fully charged.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jonker Walk World Heritage Park, 88 Jalan Hang Jebat, Melaka 75200 Malaysia
Jonker Street is the most popular district in Malacca, Jonker Street is a haven for antique collectors, bargain hunters, vintage fashion enthusiasts, as well as travellers looking to savour delectable Malaccan cuisines. Situated in the centre of Malacca Chinatown, the maze-like streets also hosts plenty of backpacker inns, budget hotels, and guesthouses which means that you can easily walk to Jonker Street’s well-preserved landmarks, cafes, restaurants, bars, and pubs. After sunset, Jonker Street’s Night Market comes to life in full colour with a lively street party-like atmosphere every weekend.
Who is it For:
– Budget travellers and backpackers
– People looking for a busy nightlife scene
– People who like a wide range of restaurants
– People who want to be in the centre of the action
What’s Good:
– Lots of boutique shops
– Restaurants, bars, and cafes cater for different prices
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, No. 25, Jalan To_kong, Melaka 75200 Malaysia
The temple site was founded since the era of Dutch Malacca by the Chinese Kapitan of Tay Kie Ki @ Tay Hong Yong in 1645.Additional structures was then constructed in 1673 under the led of Kapitan Li Wei King @ Koon Chang with materials imported from China. The temple served as the main place of worship for the local Hoklo (Hokkien) community. Kapitan Chan Ki Lock construct a main hall for the temple in 1704.In 1801, the temple structures was renovated under the led of Kapitan Chua Su Cheong @ Tok Ping who is the father of Choa Chong Long, the first Kapitan of Singapore, with the addition of additional structures.
In 1962, then abbot Seck Kim Seng ordained Houn Jiyu-Kennett, a Zen nun from England and the future founder of the Order of Buddhist Contemplatives, at this temple.The temple was awarded a UNESCO award for outstanding architectural restoration in 2003.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Melaka Straits Mosque, Jalan Pulau Melaka 8, Melaka 75000 Malaysia
The Melaka Straits Mosque (Malay: Masjid Selat Melaka) is a mosque located on the man-made Malacca Island in Malacca City, Malacca, Malaysia.The construction cost of the mosque was about MYR10 million.
The mosque, which was built using the mix of Middle Eastern and Malay craftsmanship, looks like a floating structure if the water level is high.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Melaka River Cruise, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia
The Melaka River Cruise is a great way to see the sights of Melaka at a leisurely pace, in comfort and without breaking the bank.
The Melaka River is where the town began and it has played a key role in Melaka’s colourful history. Taking a river cruise is like seeing Melaka from the back door.
A few decades ago the river was a stinking waterway lined with decaying houses on stilts and the untidy rear side of crumbling shophouses.
In recent years it has had a major facelift. Yes, there has been a lot of new development but at the same time an effort has been made to preserve many of the historic buildings and bridges along the river.
Even the newer buildings have been painted with colourful murals depicting different aspects of Malacca’s rich history and culture.
Duration: 1 hour
