Melaka Travel Forum

Will be stopping by Melaka from JB and has a halfday, from morning to lunch (i wish i have more time!), to visit places in Melaka.

What area should I consider for that half day so I get the best concentration of Malaysian culture? What food joint to visit in that area for best local food?

Thanks!

There is quite a bit to see just around Melaka's town square, the Stadthuys, Christ Church, there is a replica portuguese galleon nearby and walking tours. You might also consider taking a cruise up the river.

http://www.travelsinasia.com/Malaysia/Malaysia.htm

Remember to try the Nonya food which is the best I've ever tried in Melaka. Besides, the dessert chedol is a must. Have a nice trip.

Wei @ VUzu

Thanks for that quick reply.

I might try the town square as it has items to offer. And this Nonya, I read a lot about it in this forum, what is it actually, a general cuisine or a specific food? What are the ingredients?

I would recommend Jonkers street area for the true Malaccan cultural experience. Visit an old Malacca home (like the one featured in the movie Entrapment - where Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta Jones were staying in)

And of course Nyonya food in an old Malacca house converted to a restaurant for lunch - if it's still there (haven't been to Malacca for a decade). Nyonya food is basically Asian quisine (dishes with rice) that originated from the Straits Chinese who have settled in Malacca since the 15th century (a mix of chinese with Malay influences - VERY nice! I higly recommend it)

Nonya refers to food of Straits born Chinese.Fusion between Malay n Chinese cuisine.

Hi!

Half day is too short to discover Melaka but still doable in a hurry way :)

As suggested above, go straight to the historical precint of the city. Take Town Bus no 17 and allight at Mahkota Parade bus station. From here, all of the historical sights are walking distance from each other(A Famosa, St Paul Hill, & Stadhuys). Ride the local "beca" (trishaw) if you don't like to walk - its faster that way and you can go a bit further such as to Jonker Walk or Bukit Senjuang (St John hill).

-m-

Hi, you can try Melacca chicken rice ball. It's quite delicious and the rice is in the shape of a ball. cheers

Mansi: I know, it's too short, as I have read here in previous discussions, shortest advisable is at least an overnight stay, that's why i wish i ahve more days to spend... but the reality is against me... hehehe Thanks for your detailed instruction on directions.

Sheherezad: Thanks for bringing up Jonkers, sounds interesting. Will definitely do that. Thanks for explaining Nonya too.

Francis: Thanks for your good description of Nonya. I won't be surprised if it is similar to some Philippines dishes.

Lowss: Your chicken rice ball is quite popular. Will have to try that!

Thanks you all good souls! Happy travels forever to all of us!