If the ultra modern architecture of Kuala Lumpur symbolizes Malaysia’s hope for the future, then the quiet, seaside city of Malacca very well preserves the rich heritage and culture of the city’s past. One of the most sought-after holiday destinations, Malacca is historic town rich in colonial structures, heritage buildings and ancient landmarks that has left a mark on Malaysia’s cultural lifestyle. There’s an array of things to do in Malacca, thanks to its assorted blend of cultural, historical and natural attractions.
Muzium Seni Bina
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- City: Malacca
Muzium Seni Bina or Architecture Museum provides information about the spread of Architectural arts in Malaysia. Visitors can easily understand the architectural development through modeling and infor...
Muzium Setem
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- City: Malacca
Muzium Setem or Stamp Museum is one of the oldest museums of Melaka. The museum consists of stamps of historical and artistic interest. Visiting the Stamp Museum is a good way to see how stamps have b...
Padang Kemunting Sea-Turtle Sanctuary
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- City: Malacca
Take a glimpse of the world's most beautiful sea-turtle, the Hawksbill turtle at the Padang Kemunting Sea-Turtle Sanctuary, which is one of many interesting and...
Vmenkov Poh San Teng Temple
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- City: Malacca
At the foot of the famous Bukit China, next to the King's Well is this beautiful Poh San Teng Temple which was built by Kapitan Chua Su Cheong in 1795, in the same year he was elected leader of the lo...
Porta de Santiago
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- City: Malacca
A Famosa or Porta de Santiago is one of the most valuable ruins built by the Portuguese centuries ago, and it is all that remains of this fortress still standing. This is one of the four main gates of...
Portuguese Settlement
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- City: Malacca
A few kilometers outside of Melaka city center, along the coast of Ujong Pasir is the 28-acre Portuguese Settlement which is home to a small community of around...
Rakyat Muzium
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- City: Malacca
Rakyat Muzium, also known as People's Museum, showcases the evolution and development of Melaka. It shows the social and economic progress of the city from the period of "Sleepy Hollow" to the present...
Recreational Forest Ayer Keroh
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- City: Malacca
Truly a haven for all nature lovers, Ayer Keroh Recreational Forest offers its visitors peace and tranquility within its cool green surroundings. The recreation...
Royal Malaysian Navy Museum
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- City: Malacca
The Royal Malaysian Navy Museum is dedicated to showcase the contribution of the Malaysian Royal Navy. It was previously located at Lumut but was relocated in M...
Saint Paul's Church
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- City: Malacca
This is a historic church building that was originally built in 1521 by the Portuguese in gratitude to the Virgin Mary and called 'Our Lady of Grace'. It became a fortress in 1567, until 1596. After t...
St John's Fort
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- City: Malacca
Constructed by the Dutch in the third quarter of the 18th century, St. John's Fort, one of other fortresses in Malacca was once a private chapel dedicated to St. John the Baptist. The fort stands on a...
