Malacca or Melaka (in the local Malay language) is a state filled with historical sites. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008. It was once an important trading port for merchants from Europe all the way to China. Melaka has been colonized and ruled by the Portuguese, the Dutch, the British, and the Japanese. Some landmarks from these times still stand today attracting visitors from all over Malaysia as well as from other countries.
Melaka Today
Melaka has certainly grown from a busy port into a busy city with a bustling commercial area and historical sites, crowded with plenty of visitors especially on the weekends and on holidays. Melaka is not just known for its history and historical sites. Plenty of people visit Melaka for its food from the Nyonya and Peranakan heritage, and it is a must to give these local delights a try when in Malacca.
Below are articles on places of interest in Melaka.