Hello Steemians and all beautiful women of the community! I would like to introduce to you My Favorite City that is located 170km from home. To get there I have to cross 2 states Selangor and Negeri Sembilan before arriving in the Malacca State. Let's learn more about my favorite City Malacca City in Malacca State of Malaysia. There are many historical sites, beautiful architectures and my favorite food & beverage at this city that made me kept traveling here from home. Besides it only took me between 2 to 4 hours to reach this state, depending on the highways whether many cars or not. I did not prefer driving more than 5 hours for any road driving, it will make me sleepy and dangerous to drive when too tired and sleepy.
Malacca History
Malacca is dubbed as Malaysia’s unofficial historic capital, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008. Boasting a good blend of historic attractions, Malacca is also home to great food. In the late 14th century, Malacca was a simple fishing village. Parameswara – a fleeing prince from the Sumatra Indonesia landed on Malacca’s shores, founded the city and turned it into a favored port using the strategic Straits of Malacca. In time, due to its strategic location between China and India, Malacca came to monopolize the trading routes in the region. In 1405 Malacca forged an alliance with the Ming Emperor in order to secure protection against Siamese invaders. Due to this historical event, Chinese settlers who married local Malays was dubbed as the Baba Nyonya people and their culture and lifestyle are a mixed of Malay and Chinese culture.
Malacca Overview
Malacca is a mix racial culture of Malay, Chinese, Indian, European and sundry influences. Malaysians loved Malacca’s laid-back atmosphere and lost-in-time feel. Shops close early here, traffic goes by at leisurely pace and city life is not as hectic as urban city like Kuala Lumpur.
Mini Malaysia and Asean Cultural Park
Located in Ayer Keroh, the Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park showcases the country’s 13 states represented Malay houses & Cultures. You will be wow to see actual replicas of traditional Malaysian and ASEAN homes. This is a perfect place to spend with your family. Exploring the park is a good way to spend an afternoon. A great place for family bonding besides learning about Asean culture.
Exploring Mini Malaysia by Motorbike and Bicycle
What is a perfect way to stroll with your family by riding bicycles and motorbike together. A perfect bonding activities for the family.
Miniature Malaysia ~ Mini Malaysia & Asean Cultural Park
All the famous building in Malaysia recreated in their mini versions. You can see in this photo the mini versions of the national monument, Petronas Twin Towers, Parliament, KL Tower and Putrajaya Administration Building. There are many more mini buildings here. Awesome work!
'Silat' Martial Art performance ~ Watch these boys perform Malay martial art that is called 'Silat'
Mini Malaysia & Asean Cultural Park ~ Must try the tire-swing ~ You can swing the tire in many styles and in style and it is safe to do as well.
Strolling the Malacca City in the famous Beca Ride
An enjoyable ride that felt like strolling around town together with the other Becas, colorful Becas' parade bringing the night to life in this part of town. Enjoy the slow and steady ride while listening to the rider narrating stories about the city and the culture. I guess then the feeling that you have tried this traditional ride at least once in your life is priceless. Beca can be found in the Jonker street in the evening time where you could see all these Becas that were decorated beautifully with colorful lights. They were so strikingly attractive and each comes with their own happy music that was coordinated to sync with their blinking colorful lights. Each ride now is tourist-driven, so they charge based on an hourly rate. The cost is RM40.00 per hour per beca ride that can seat 2 persons.
Zoo Melaka ~ Watch the awesome crocodile performance of this guy taming and kissing this fierce crocodile.
Beside strolling and watching all the variety of animals, please make sure you make time to watch the crocodile show, awesome performance and a must watch when visiting this Zoo.
Famous Architecture ~ Encore Melaka
This awesome white building will light up and changes its wall light simultaneously with multi colors during night time. It is located besides the Straits of Melaka and when I reached here, I can also see the beautiful seaview just nearby the building.
Famous Tower ~ Enjoying spectacular view of Malacca City from the 52nd Floor of Skytower
We stayed at the Silverscape Hotel and one of its privilege was we were allowed to enter the Skytower with compliments from the hotel.
Famous Beach ~ Pantai Klebang
Pantai Klebang is located nearby the Malacca City so you don't have to travel far from town. This beach is located on the southern shoreline of Melaka and is facing directly to the Strait of Malacca. There was a huge crowd at the beach when we arrived there. Many came with their families to enjoy the seaside and mesmerizing sunset.
Famous Mosque ~ Masjid Selat Melaka
This famous mosque is Masjid Selat Melaka or the Melaka Straits Mosque located on the man-made Malacca Island in Malacca City and was built in 2006. I loved coming here and it's always nice to visit this mosque that is located just beside the Malacca straits, enjoying the sea view and the breezy ambiance while watching this beautiful mosque especially during sunset, an awesomely memorable experience.
Famous Historical Sites
There are too many historical sites in Malaysia. I did not have much time so just managed to visit few historical places below.
Maritime Museum (Muzium Samudera)
The museum was opened to public in 1994, its main exhibits is the replica of an old ship Flor do Mar with 34 metres high, 36 metres long and 8 metres wide. The museum also houses exhibits, artifacts and documents from the golden era of Malacca. It also displays the trading link of Malacca from the early time through the colonial era until independence.
Taming Sari Tower (Menara Taming Sari)
Menara Taming Sari was officially opened in 2008 is the first and only gyro tower in Malaysia so far. Measuring 110 metres in height, its revolving structure offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Malacca town and beyond. Located in the popular district of Bandar Hilir on Jalan Merdeka. The tower is named after the Taming Sari keris, a mythical weapon said to possess mystical powers belonging to the legendary Malay warrior, Hang Tuah. The structure’s design follows the shape of the said keris, with the peak of the tower resembling its hilt.
Famous Food
During my travel to Malacca City, I was quite shock to see people queuing to buy food and drinks. At least there will be 30 people at anytime to queue for these famous food.
Roti Canai Kayu Arang ~ A Paratha with that Charcoal Aroma
Roti Canai Kayu Arang is located by the AMJ Highway near Bachang Malacca and opens daily from 6.30am to 12.30pm. It has become a must stop for tourists visiting Malacca. It was established 20 years ago and still going strong until today. This famous Roti Canai place get its name from the way its Roti Canai was prepared using a traditional Kayu Arang (charcoal) burner. This way, the Roti Canai is crispier and more fragrant, beautifully fried and has a smooth texture, than those prepared on gas stove. The dhal curry accompanying the Roti Canai is also much delicious. To top it off, the price is reasonable and below normal price and you will get that crispy Roti Canai for only 80 sen per piece. There are various types of roti canai sold here, including roti tampal, roti telur and roti nanchos, with prices ranging between 80 sen and RM5. The photo below show Roti Canai on the Charcoal Burner
Keria Gula Melaka ~ A Sweet Potatoes Dessert coated with Gula Melaka
The queue time to buy this dessert will take around 1 hour each time to reach the end of the line, but the crazy thing is I never get tired of queuing to buy it whenever I am in this town. Although the weather temperature can reach 38 degrees here and can you imagine queuing for an hour and sweating under the hot sun. The funny thing is it has never made me stop buying this dessert. Keria Gula Melaka is a must try and has become a staple food for this town. It is actually made from Sweet Potatoes that is boiled and mashed. The dough then is rolled and cut into doughnut shapes. The final step is to coat it with a caramelized palm sugar and fry it until crispy. Such a craze for this dessert here which you will not see anywhere in Malaysia.
Nasi Lemak Hijau (Green Coconut Milk Rice)
The stall is located in a traditional Malay house at the outskirt of the town. The difference is the color and that's all I think is the difference and specialties for this rice compared to the normal Nasi Lemak across Malaysia. But this uniqueness has made it so famous and although it is located far from town, it still has a huge fan base that made this eatery one of the most famous eatery in Malacca.
Avocado Shake Chocolate Special With Ice Cream
I am really addicted to this drink and would be queuing together with the rest of the fans of this drink whenever I am at this town. Oh So Yummy!
Conclusion
Malacca is the best city for me and my most favorite city in Malaysia. I have many more stories but I think this enough to show you my favorite city and all the places, food and drinks that I liked, and I hope you will like my story too. Here is my photo while eating at the famous Seafood nearby the Malacca River Cruise. This place is just beside the river so the view is so fantastic and a must go place for seafood lovers. You can eat and enjoy the amazing river view while enjoying your delicious food here.
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That's all for now, wishing you a beautiful day ~ Life is Beautiful.
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Yours truly,
