Malacca Interesting Landmark

Malacca interesting landmarks

• Red Square (Dutch Square) 

       - 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.

• St. Paul’s Hill (Bukit St. Paul)

       - This is an interesting hill with history of the Portuguese and the Dutch. A few vendors selling trinkets are at the entrance. The ruins of the church are impressive and there is a sense of history and loss glory that oozes from the scene. You will find there a lot of tombstones; dating back to 1650s. This old church is very well taken care off and even the statue of St Francis Xavier as had his arm chopped off.

• Chinatown – Melaka

     - One of those places where every day you find something new and interesting. It can be another little coffee place or restaurant, perhaps a temple or boutique. Everything is within walking distance. This is one of those places where the stress just rolls off. Lovely architecture, gorgeous lighting and brilliant weekend night market make this area so special. The people are friendly. You will find products from all over the world being sold here, not just Melaka or nearby areas. It’s a shopping haven. Basically there are 4 or 5 streets that you can visit. Check the temples and try Nonya food. Bargain before you buy anything. But first learn the Art of Bargaining please. Any Malaysian will teach you and some tourists who have travelled to the Far East. You will really enjoy getting lost around the streets in the afternoon. Even though it’s really touristy the locals are helpful and nice. Lots of nice pictures to take!

• No 8 Heeren Street Heritage Centre

     - This is a small and important part of Melaka history; a fine example of a late 18th century two-storey building. This shop house was restored in response to a recommendation from the UN and it’s been done with original materials where possible. There is info to read about what and why, which is elaborated on by the man who looks after it and he is very knowledgeable. He will tell you about the street planning in the past, how the ventilation worked how the tiles stay in place and effectively channel off rainwater.

• Stadthuys

     - This 17th-century building was the seat of the Dutch administration and now houses a history museum, with the church bell that chimes it bring a calm feeling whist you discover the surrounding of Malacca premier museum.

RECREATION AND SPORT

RECREATION AND SPORT IN MALACCA

THE SHORE SKY TOWER, MALACCA

The Shore Sky Tower is the tallest building in Malacca and has an observation deck on the 43rd floor, 163 meters above street level, providing a splendid panoramic 360 degree view of this historic city and the surrounding area. By comparison, Malacca's other tall structure, the revolving tower, Menara Taming Sari, is considerably shorter at just 110 metres high, so the views are superior at Sky Tower.

AYER KEROH RECREATIONAL PARK, MALACCA

The Malacca Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located in Ayer Keroh, Malacca, Malaysia. Recreational facilities here include the Malacca Forestry Museum, Prehistoric Garden, the Storyland, children's playgrounds, the Orang Asli Park, Deer Park, suspension bridge, watch towers and beautiful picnic spots

MALACCA ZOO AND NIGHT SAFARI, MALACCA

The Pride of Melaka with more than 500 Animals from 150 Different Species all over the world at one place. Experience the zoo in the day and also in the night with our Night Safari. Been in existence since 1963, you will get to experience Zoo in its Natural Surroundings.

BUKIT BATU LEBAH RECREATIONAL PARK, MALACCA

Bukit Batu Lebah also the place that provide the hiking and caving activities. From now Bukit Batu Lebah is the only nature areas at Malacca provide the caving activities. For caving its provide more than 3 trails with different cave. This is because this place have more than 15 cave and it have different level of difficulty. First Trail its takes 4 hours expedition and its have very beautiful natural landscapes. Second Trail its takes 6 hours expedition and have crystal cave, "Avatar" trees and hike to the highest hill in Malacca Third Trail the Rock Water cave expedition. its will opened to visitors soon. Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth trail also will open soon. This areas also store the historical areas and the natural heritage. And this place one of 5 summit of the Bukit Senggeh Forest Reserve. This place is the interesting place for recreational activities, wildlife conservation, historical site and have their own myth.

Malacca Water Fountain Air Pancut Muzik

Musical water fountain in malacca are more relaxing.

Beaches or Island

            In Malacca is not only a historical place but there are also islands and attractive beaches that can be skipped to give up tired after a day of sightseeing. Here are some places visitors can visit:

1 1.  Beaches

a)  PANTAI KLEBANG

            Popular beach tourism destinations and the location is also not far from Bandar Hilir, Malacca. It has sandy beaches and wide beaches. It is often the public to visit the day or evening to enjoy or just wander around the shore. 

            Pantai Klebang is one of Malacca's main attractions. Tourists coming to Melaka are obliged to visit the beach as there are plenty of outdoor activities to do. The coastal area of ​​the beach between the activities of the beach at the beach is

• Swimming

• Play foam balloons

• Fly kite

• Riding a pony

• Riding on ATV's rugged machinery

• Take a horse-drawn carriage ride

1.  2.  Islands

a)  PULAU BESAR

            Pulau Besar located in the state of Melaka, Peninsular Malaysia. Pulau Besar is located near the Straits of Melaka, and is about 3 miles from Bandar Hilir, Melaka.

            It is also a place that is heavily associated with the mystical story and its tune. It is a historic place in particular with the early story of the dispersion of the Islamic religion. It is a tourist attraction both domestically and internationally.

             There can also be some activities that can be done in the comfort of visitors. Among the activities that visitors are always strolling along are white sand beaches, swimming, jungle trekking, fishing and pilgrimages.

           Now, the Melaka State Government has built a museum that features the early stories and legend of Pulau Besar. Perbadanan Muzium Negeri Melaka (PERZIM) has also taken over and repaired some of the tombs on this island. Apart from visiting the Sultanul Ariffin Sheikh Ismail's Tomb, there are many tombs and places of interest here, among them: -

• Makam Syarifah Rodziah
• Makam Tok Janggut
• Makam Tok Putih
• Perigi di Kaki Pulau
• Batu Belayar@Batu Penambat Kapal
• Batu Tengkorak
• Pokok Disula
• Tasik Biawak
• Batu Belah
• Keramat Masin Tawar
• Istana Bunian
• Perkampungan Bunian
• Tasik Bunian
• Gua Yunus
• Keramat Ular
• Makam Nenek Kebayan
• Perigi Tempayan Pecah
• Makam Tujuh Beradik
• Makam Seribu
• Makam Nisan Satu
• Perigi Nenek Musallimah
• Tapak Kaki Sultanul Aarifeen
• Batu Lesung

            There are two ways to get there. Either by ferry from Anjung Batu Jetty or by speedboat from Umbai Jetty. Ferry trips are scheduled while the speedboats are the time to travel or return depending on the tide and time set by the passengers themselves.

Pulau Besar

                                                Tasik Bunian

                         

TRANSPORTATION

                                                         
  Transportation in Malacca


                                                      MALACCA BUS ROUTES

MALACCA BUS ROUTES is the best transport in Malaysia. Malacca Town bus use its green and white fleets to serve between Melaka town centre and places such as Paya Ikan, Ujong Pasir, Pokok Mangga, Malacca Zoo, Mahkota Parade and Durian Tunggal. It is the most familiar bus after Panorama Malacca

THE TRISHAW

                                                           

THE TRISHAW (rickshaw) system is mostly used by tourists around the historical tourist spots in town. In no way is it dependable for efficient transportation or fast travel. Obviously, the trishaw is the most expensive means of transportation in Malacca. But it's a good experience if you want to try it out for fun. For the price will be RM 45+ per hour per trishaw. Here, haggling is advised.

MALACCA CENTRAL

MALACCA CENTRAL is the state bus station. This is where you will arrive if you're coming from out of state. It's also a transportation hub. You'll find public buses and taxis here. All buses stop in MALACCA CENTRAL as their last stop.

KTM (KERETAPI TANAH MELAYU)

If you are in Kuala Lumpur, you can take a frequent commuter service to Tampin Station on the Batu Caves - KL Sentral - Seremban - Tampin Komuter Line

 ~ TOP 5  MALACCA SHOPPING ~

1.   DATARAN PAHLAWAN

                   

Dataran Pahlawan is an ultra-modern shopping mall that stands out in the middle of the historical city of Malacca. Surrounded by historical sites such as A’Famosa and St. Paul’s Hill, the nine-storey mall is filled with international retail outlets, entertainment centres, food and beverages outlets and souvenir shops which caters to visitors of all ages.




    2. MAHKOTA PARADE SHOPPING MALL

                    

One of Malacca’s first shopping malls, Mahkota Parade houses almost 200 stores, including international brands, food-and-beverage outlets and entertainment centres. Opened in 1994, the four-storey shopping mall was recently refurbished to embrace a modern, sleeker look, and with new exciting tenants onboard, it is set to take the shopping scene in Malacca by storm.




    3. LW NYONYA PINEAPPLE TARTS HOUSE 

                    

This store is owned by the husband and wife team – Teng and Lucy – has been listed in the 2004 Malaysian Guinness Record Book for baking the largest pineapple tart in Malaysia. In the ensuing years LW has grown by leaps and bounds and they now have four outlets across Malacca.

     4. MALACCA BATIK HOUSE

                    

Owned by the batik pioneer company Noor Arfa Sdn Bhd, Melaka Batik House is yet another foray in bringing the art of batik to the masses, following up the successful Noor Arfa Craft Complex in Terengganu. An exquisite art, Malaysian batik is different from Indonesian batik – it largely features large floral motifs and vibrant colours, and is usually worn during official occasions such as weddings and governmental events.




    5. JONKER STREET

                    

Jonker Street – the centre street of Chinatown – was once renowned for its antique shops. However over the years it has turned to clothing and crafts outlets as well as restaurants. The best part of Jonker Street is the night market on Fridays and Saturdays that sells everything from tasty treats to cheap keepsakes.

TOURISM PRODUCT OF MALACCA

MALACCA HERITAGE

MALACCA CITY

Malacca popular with the diversity of ethnic and the heritage around malacca. The tourism product in Malacca is more focused on the races, historical building and people. That is the main point why im interested to explore Malacca.

UNESCO CERTIFICATED

Melaka and George Town, historic cities of the Straits of Malacca have developed over 500 years of trading and cultural exchanges between East and West in the Straits of Malacca. The influences of Asia and Europe have endowed the towns with a specific multicultural heritage that is both tangible and intangible. With its government buildings, churches, squares and fortifications, Melaka demonstrates the early stages of this history originating in the 15th-century Malay sultanate and the Portuguese and Dutch periods beginning in the early 16th century. Featuring residential and commercial buildings, George Town represents the British era from the end of the 18th century. The two towns constitute a unique architectural and cultural townscape without parallel anywhere in East and Southeast Asia.

A' FAMOSA

A Famosa is a former Portuguese fortress located in Malacca, Malaysia. It is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Southeast Asia and the Far East. The Porta de Santiago, a small gate house, is the only part of the fortress which still remains today.

MALACCA RIVER

Melaka River tour should be one of the first things to do in Melaka, so you can get an overview of the area and see which restaurant suits you best. This state has done a great job making a nice river walk a la San Antonio. It’s quiet, clean and pleasant to stroll. There is lots of good graffiti art on the buildings which adds to the atmosphere. This is a real nice touch in hectic Southeast Asia, where cramming as much stuff into tiny places seems to be the norm. You can see nice restaurants, bars and shops scatter along the river. If you want to get explanations or the story behind the design along the river, the river cruise provides narrative guide; great value of money, very informative and pretty.

KINCIR MALACCA

The Melaka Sultanate Watermill is a watermill in Melaka City, Melaka, Malaysia located along the bank of Melaka River. It is the first and largest watermill in Malaysia. The watermill stands at a height of 13 meters and built based on Islamic technology found in Syria and China

BABA & NYONYA HERITAGE MUSEUM

The Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum is located in Melaka, a world UNESCO Site. The house is a combination of three terrace lots that were acquired by the Chan family in 1861. Four generations lived in the house before it was opened as a museum in March 1985. Visiting hours from 10.00am to 4.30pm every day.

~ FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTRACTION AT MALACCA~

INTRODUCTION ~

Malacca dubbed "The Historic State", is a state in Malaysia located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula , next to the Strait of Malacca. Its capital is Malacca City.

This historical city centre has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 7 July 2008.

The name of Malacca is from Malacca tree.

FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTRACTION ~

• Chicken Rise Ball  -  Here in Melaka, you’ll find something that is not commonly available in other parts of Malaysia, the chicken rice ball. The rice is first boiled in chicken soup with other seasonings. When cooked, it is rolled in a ball that gives the unique look and texture.

• Nyonya Laksa -  The laksa is pungent, rich and well flavored from the spices and chilies. The aroma is super tempting. For the uninitiated, there is a difference between Nyonya laksa and curry laksa. Nyonya laksa broth is prepared using chicken and prawns, while curry laksa uses chicken stock. The red-orange dotted oil on top of the Nyonya laksa comes from the prawns, which gives the curry a richer and sweeter taste.

• Duck Noodles -  Tengkera Duck Noodles Restaurant is known for the Malacca-style Duck Noodles and I had a choice of soup or dry noodles. The latter is tossed in thick gravy and topped with shredded duck meat. This comes with small bowl of soup. The soup version is also decent – it really depends on whether you’re a soup or dry noodles person.

• Satay Celup -  This is a dish where an assortment of raw and semi-cooked seafood, meat (including raw meat) and vegetables on skewers are dunked into a hot boiling pot of satay gravy. The best Satay Celup is at Capitol Satay. 

• Fried Oysters -   It’s called “fried oyster omelet” too – due to the big amount of eggs. Oysters are fresh and although not big in size, the generous amount makes up for it. Fried oysters can be found in some Melaka food courts and most is at the stall in Bunga Raya Food Court.

• Tabdoori Chicken -  Tandoori chicken is a popular Indian dish consisting of roasted chicken prepared with yogurt and spices. The name comes from the type of cylindrical clay oven, tandoor, in which the dish is traditionally prepared. Two of the good places to eat the best tandoori is Pak Putra Tandoori Naan and Restaurant D’ Tandoori House. 

• Nyonya Kuih -  Nyonya Kuih (kuih is a term for Malay cakes) are bite-sized dessert that are colorful and popularly taken as a snack. Some are steamed, some grilled but most are sweet. Nyonya Kuih is Ondeh-ondeh (or onde-onde). It is either made from sweet potato or glutinous rice flour. The cute little ondeh-ondeh are infused with pandan (screwpine leaf) juice and filled with Gula Melaka (local sugar) or palm sugar and then rolled in with some fresh grated coconut.

• Popiah -  This is a Fujian/Chaozhou-style fresh spring roll. The popiah is one of the better ones in Melaka, where the egg wrap is generously filled with ingredients, sweet sauce and piquant chili sauce. Good stuff! The egg-skin wrap was of just the right thickness and held the popiah together nicely.  The right place to eat are at Baba Low and Nancy’s Kitchen.

• Satay -  Satay or sate is a dish of seasoned, skewered and grilled meat, served with a sauce. Satay may consist of diced or sliced chicken, goat, mutton, beef, pork, fish, other meats, or tofu; the more authentic version uses skewers from the midrib of the coconut palm frond, although bamboo skewers are often used. These are grilled or barbecued over a wood or charcoal fire, then served with various spicy seasonings. Good consistency on the peanut sauce and the taste is just right without being overly sweet. At Sun May Hiong Satay House as the sour-sweet-spicy sauce is just the right accompaniment to the meat.

• Cendol -  This is a traditional dessert made from shaved ice, coconut milk, green starched noodles with pandan flavoring and palm sugar. Other ingredients such as red beans, glutinous rice, grass jelly, creamed corn, might also be included. Each spoonful leaves behind a lingering sweetness and a creamy aftertaste from the fresh coconut milk.

• Klebang Coconut Milkshakes -  The coconut milkshake at Klebang in the list of best Melaka food. The recipe looks simple. It is a concoction of coconut water, flesh, ice cube and vanilla ice cream blended together in a mixer. The resulting taste turned out to be exceptionally good! The natural sweet and creamy aftertaste with smoothie-like texture are soooo refreshing.