Experience Malacca: A Complete Guide to This Historic City

Hello, this is travel blogger Jonesgo. Following my last trip to Kuala Lumpur, this time I would like to introduce you to another attractive city in Malaysia, Malacca. Malacca is a city where Eastern and Western cultures are harmoniously blended, and it has a special charm where history and modernity coexist.

Malacca is one of the cities that actively carried out Malaysian trade. There are many museums where you can enjoy history museums about great warriors and various themed concepts, so you can see them all. When I think of Malacca, I think of Malaga in Spain. It is a coastal city near the Zeeblotter Strait, and since the pronunciation and spelling are similar and both cities are coastal cities, I sometimes think of Malaga in Spain when I think of Malacca, but since they are very far apart, I can clearly tell the difference.

Why should I go to Malacca?

Malacca was once a prosperous city as an important trading port connecting Asia and Europe. The exchange of various cultures has created a unique history, and this remains intact throughout the city. In particular, the beautiful coast, river, and European-style architecture combine to create an exotic landscape.

A fusion of history and culture

Malacca developed into a multicultural city under various colonial rule, including Portugal, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. This historical background can be vividly felt through the various buildings and cultural heritages that remain throughout the city.

Malacca was a central point of exchange between Asia and Europe in the past due to its important geographical location, the Strait of Malacca. This city was immigrated by Chinese people called Nonya, and when I visited the place where they used to live, I was able to see a glimpse of their wealthy lives, almost on a par with European aristocrats.

So it seems to have been a city where various cultures coexisted.

However, you can also enjoy modern things, such as delicious restaurants, shopping, and various other things to do, so I remember having fun during my trip.

Beautiful nature

Malacca has beautiful beaches and rivers, so you can enjoy the scenery where nature and the city are in harmony. In particular, enjoying a cruise along the Malacca River and viewing the city’s night view will be an unforgettable memory. The first reason I recommend visiting Malacca is because you can see the beautiful coast. However, I had to return home without being able to see the Malacca beach. I arrived at a beach near Malacca, but unfortunately, development work was underway, so the entire beach was inaccessible.

However, when I climbed up the ramparts and admired the coast, I remember it being really beautiful. That alone makes it worth a visit, so I’m introducing it to you.

The second reason is because the beautiful river and the houses and shops around it remind me of beautiful Venice, Italy. If you’ve ever been to Venice, this place is so beautiful that you might think it’s the Venice of Asia, so it’s worth a visit. If you visit on weekends or in the evenings, there are always night markets, performances, and events, so I recommend you visit.

Now, I’ll introduce you to restaurants, museums, and landmarks that you must visit in Malacca.

Colorful Food

Melaka is a paradise for gastronomy, as it is home to a variety of cultures. In particular, Jonker Walk Melaka is a must-visit place where you can taste various foods from various countries such as China, Malaysia, and India.

Preparing for a trip to Melaka: A Complete Guide to This Historic City

Here are some good things to know for those preparing a trip to Melaka.

How to get there: You can take a bus or train from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka. Buses are cheap and run frequently, but they take a long time. Trains are faster than buses, but they are expensive.

Accommodation: There are many accommodations in Melaka at various price ranges. You can choose a hotel, guesthouse, or Airbnb according to your budget and taste.

Currency exchange and communication: The currency of Malaysia is Ringgit (MYR). You can exchange money in advance in Korea or exchange it locally. You can also rent a pocket Wi-Fi or purchase a local SIM card to use communication.

Places to visit in Malacca

There are many things to see and do in Malacca, but here are some must-visit places.

Jonker Walk Malacca: A place where you can enjoy various foods and cultures, and it becomes even more lively at night.

Windmill Dutch Square: A square with an impressive red building, a great place to take pictures.

Pamosa Fort: The beautiful scenery from the historical fort is the highlight of your trip to Malacca.

Melaka River Cruise: A romantic journey along the river will leave you with special memories.

Recommended Museums: If you want to learn about history and culture, visit various museums.

Recommended Restaurants in Malacca

You can taste various national cuisines in Malacca. In particular, Chinese, Malay, and Indian food are must-try foods.

Malacca Travel Tips

Here are some tips to make your trip to Malacca even more enjoyable.

Take a bus instead of Grab: In Malacca, taking a bus is cheaper and faster than calling a Grab. Use Google Maps: Google Maps is a convenient way to check bus routes and travel.

Visiting during festivals: There are various festivals in Malacca. If you visit during festivals, you can enjoy more attractions.

When traveling, if you call Grab, you have to wait a long time like in Kuala Lumpur. So I recommend taking a bus that is cheaper and arrives faster than Grab. Of course, you can choose this flexibly depending on the location of your accommodation and the destination you want to go to, but I think that taking a bus using Google Maps will be much more helpful for your mental health, so I am writing this.

Travel Review: Experience Malacca

My trip to Malacca gave me unforgettable memories. In particular, the city where various cultures are harmoniously blended and the beautiful natural scenery captivated me.

Personally, I thought the achomak I tasted at Jonker Walk Malacca in Malacca was fantastic. The sweet coconut milk and salty shrimp tasted so good that my mouth was filled with happiness. And I tried various local snacks sold in Malaysia. For information on snacks that you can only taste here, please refer to the next post. Traveling requires not only food but also various entertainment, right? Also, the sunset over the Straits of Malacca seen from Fort Pamosa was really beautiful. It was like a painting.

The recommended courses that I would like to give you are Jonker Walk Melaka, where you can enjoy the taste of various countries such as Chinese and Malaysian food that you can only taste here, Windmill Dutch Square Melaka with its beautiful red buildings, Fort Pamosa where you can enjoy the city and the beautiful sea at the same time, and if you have time, I recommend getting a ticket from MELAKA RIVER CRUISE COUNTER where you can enjoy adventure and atmosphere along the river and take a cruise along the river.

Conclusion

Malacca is a charming city where history, culture, and nature are harmoniously combined. I hope this post will be helpful to those planning a trip to Malacca. In the next post, I will introduce you to the museums and restaurants that you must visit in Malacca in more detail.