Why to visit Melaka Malaysia

Melaka (Malacca) is a charming city with a wealth of breathtaking sights and a rich heritage. It's easy to get around on foot or by trishaw to see the many sights that make it special.

It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring historic cathedrals, museums, rivers, monuments, temples, heritage centres, spas, architectural wonders, and many other carefully crafted places that are difficult to miss. When visiting Malacca, do not miss the prominent attractions such as the Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, the Straits Chinese Jewellery Museum, Jonker Street, Cheng Hoong Teng Temple, St. Paul's Hill, Malacca River, and Red Square.

The Peranakan, with its unique mix of customs, traditions, food, and way of life, is still alive and well in Malacca, where historical buildings coexist with ultra-modern commercial malls. From the lush vegetation of Ayer Keroh to the metropolitan landscape of Malacca City, we've compiled a list of the top ten spots in Malacca that no visitor should miss.The Baba-Nyonya or Peranakan culture is Malacca's most important contribution to Malaysia's cultural scene as the unofficial historic capital.

Melaka (Malacca) is a popular tourist destination on weekends, when many Malaysians come for a day excursion. During the week, though, it is rather calm. On Jonker Stroll (the centre street where everything happens), you may walk about freely, and there are plenty of hotel rooms available

Special Tip

The entrance fees to numerous tourist attractions in Melaka vary.

By Sparsh Kapoor