'The forgotten City'
Malacca – now best known for its beautiful historical centre – was founded long ago by Parameswara, a former prince from Sumatra. The fishing village on the Malacca Strait was strategically for shipping as a staid between China and India, making it the most important port city in the region.
The European colonization by the Portuguese, Dutch and then English people left a big mark on the town. An example is the St. Paul's Church; first a church for the Portuguese, later a cemetery during the Dutch occupation. And the bright redStadthuys,a beautiful building with Dutch traits. Malacca has more beautiful sights, but locals come mainly for the delicious food. Jonker Street, with its dozens of restaurants - and a cosy market every night - is one of malacca's most popular streets. Try the Sateh Celup, fondues with satay sauce.
The beating heart of the city
A lovely place to walk around isChinatown, the beating heart of the city, with its narrow streets full of old merchant houses, red lanterns on the roofs and atmospheric terraces. In Little India the atmosphere is more authentic, it feels more Indian than Chinatown Chinese. Join the locals in the restaurants and have your curry served on a banana leaf.
Other well-known places in Malacca include Bukit China, Kampung Keling Mosque, Cheng Hoon Teng temple,
Portuguese settlements
and leaning St. Francis Xavier's Church. Take a few days to create this multi-culturalWorld Heritage Site to know!