A must-visit place in Malaysia: Malacca, the intersection of history and culture

Melaka is the city with the most historical and cultural heritage in Malaysia. It was once influenced by Portuguese, Dutch and British colonies and has unique architecture and cultural style. It was listed as a **World Cultural Heritage** in 2008 and is well worth a visit!

🔹 **Must-visit attractions**
✔ **Stadthuys**: This red building full of colonial style is a landmark attraction in Malacca.
✔ **St. Paul’s Church**: A Portuguese church built in the 16th century, overlooking the entire Strait of Malacca.
✔ **Jonker Street**: Malacca’s most lively night market, where you can try Nyonya cuisine, nasi lemak, and chicken rice balls!
✔ **Masjid Selat Melaka**: A mosque built on the sea, it is most dreamy at sunset.

🔹 **Recommended Experience**
🚲 **Tricycle Sightseeing**: Take a colorful decorated tricycle and travel through the streets of the ancient city.
🛶 **Malacca River Cruise**: Admire the murals and historical buildings along the riverbank, and the lights at night are even more romantic.
🍛 **Taste Nyonya cuisine**: A fusion of Malay and Chinese flavors, recommended **Nasi lemak, curry laksa, Nyonya cake**!

🔹 **Transportation**
🚗 **Drive from Kuala Lumpur**: It takes about 2 hours to arrive.
🚌 **Long-distance bus**: There are direct buses to Malacca from TBS Bus Station in Kuala Lumpur, and the journey takes about 2 hours.

🏮 **Malacca is suitable for history buffs and food lovers. While exploring the cultural heritage, you can also enjoy the romantic strait scenery! **

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