#christchurch #dutchsquare built by the Dutch when they took possession of Malacca from the #Portuguese, it's one of Malacca’s most defining structures. Situated along Jalan Gereja (also known as #ChurchStreet The #ruinsofStPaul’s Church are at the summit of St. Paul's Hill. Built on the site of the last Malaccan sultan’s istana (palace). #afamosa Approximately 24km north of Melaka, a little off the road to Kuala Lumpur, is the countryside town of Alor Gajah. The ancestral burial ground of Malacca’s Chinese community, #BukitCina – also known as Chinese Hill – is the largest and oldest Chinese graveyard outside of China.. #chenghoontengtemple Founded in the early 14th century by Parameswara, a Sumatran prince, Malacca quickly became a key port of call for merchants.. #babanyonyamuseum At the beginning of the 16th century, merchants and entrepreneurs were lured to Malacca’s shores due to stories of the city’s burgeoning success and wealth. #jonkerstreet – the centre street of Chinatown – was once renowned for its antique shops. However over the years it has turned to clothing and crafts outlets @malaysia.truly.asia @klookmy @malaysiaairlines @malaysiaairports @malaysiaairlines #traveler_lenses #exploreworld #instagram #tourism #beach #bay #beauty #nature #love #snow #trekking #excursion #beach #hill #desert (at Malacca Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCVZUk-B4kB/?igshid=1ph748ly0rr9d