Things to do in Melaka

When visiting Malacca, one always wants to see the world-famous Straits of Malacca with their own eyes, to keep a promise to sail across the Straits. A special trip was made to the Floating Mosque, just to gaze upon this busy shipping lane. The sea was vast, and the sea breeze was strong. The architecture wasn't as stunning as expected, but the view of this strait was enough to leave a lasting impression. ✨

It's so different than all the other part of the city!You get the feeling that you are in a movie set, as the square is way different than anything you have seen in Malaysia. Enjoy it in the day, but in the night also as everything is open, night market arround the corner and split in 2 parts, one it's indian and on the other side is chinees

马六甲海峡的亮点在于它壮阔的海景与独特的地理意义，既能看到货轮穿梭的繁忙景象，也能邂逅绝美日落，将海天染成金色的震撼画面令人难忘，还能在海滨享受悠闲的度假氛围。适合观赏日落、漫步沙滩，感受这片黄金水道的独特魅力。

St. Paul's Hill is located in the heart of the Malacca Old Town World Heritage Site, near the Dutch Stadthuys and the Santiago Gate. It was once an important high ground of the Sultanate, and Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty designated it as the "National Mountain." The hill is not high; a short walk of about ten minutes up the steps leads to the summit. The view from the top is excellent, overlooking Malacca city, the Malacca River, and the Straits, making it a popular spot for sunset photography. Several small museums and the remains of a Dutch cemetery are also located nearby. At the top is St. Paul's Church (Gereja St. Paul), originally built by the Portuguese in 1521 as a church for Our Lady. In 1548, it was handed over to the Jesuits, where St. Francis Xavier preached. His body was temporarily buried here in 1553. After the Dutch occupation in 1641, it was renamed St. Paul's Church, later used as a cemetery and fortress; bullet holes are still visible in the outer walls. It is now a magnificent, roofless stone ruin. There is a white statue of Xavier in front of the church (missing his right hand); inside are scattered ancient tombstones inscribed with Portuguese/Latin; admission is free, and opening hours are the same as in the old town; the building itself is one of the oldest European colonial relics in Southeast Asia.

The Malacca River, steeped in history, has been transformed into a leisure and sightseeing destination, becoming a truly captivating tourist destination! 🤩 So, if you're in Malacca, a Melaka River Cruise is a must! ⛴ . Malacca's riverbanks are lined with beautiful flowers and plants 🌼🌿. As you cruise along, you'll see vibrant graffiti and vibrant buildings. It all feels so retro and historic, and a cruise is the perfect way to appreciate this historic city! 😆 . The view is breathtaking at night, when all the neon lights turn on, illuminating the entire river with a vibrant array of colors. 😍 Along both sides of the river, you'll find various small shops and bars, where you can see people strolling 🚶🏻, drinking and chatting 🍻, dining, and more 🍴. It's so relaxing! ✨

Baoshan Pavilion, commonly known as the Three Treasures Temple, the Three Possessions Temple, etc., is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Malaysia, with a history of more than 200 years, located at the foot of the Three Possessions Mountain in Malacca. Baoshan Pavilion was built by the Malacca Chinese Kapitan (Chinese leader) Cai Shizhang in the 60th year of Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty (1795), with the purpose of providing a place for the Chinese who worshipped at the Three Possessions Mountain during the Qingming Festival to shelter from the wind and rain. In the 20th century, some people used Baoshan Pavilion to commemorate Zheng He, the Three Possessions eunuch of the Ming Dynasty in the 15th century, and began to have the wrong saying that Baoshan Pavilion was built to commemorate Zheng He. This Zheng He legend even spread to China. Since the Three Possessions eunuch Zheng He is also called the Three Possessions eunuch, some people also call the Three Possessions Mountain the Three Possessions Mountain. Some people also said nonsense that the Three Possessions Temple was built by Zheng He, so they randomly called this temple the Zheng He Temple. In fact, the establishment of Baoshan Pavilion has nothing to do with Zheng He, and Zheng He is not mentioned on the stone tablet of its temple construction. Baoshan Pavilion mainly worships Dabogong (Fude Zhengshen), and also worships Tianhou Shengmu, Guanyin Bodhisattva, Nezha San Taizi, etc. In addition, Cai Shizhang's tablet is also placed in the temple. Baoshan Pavilion contains a rich Chinese architectural style, such as hanging flower columns, brackets, hanging fish, etc., as well as swallowtail ridges and five-element gables popular in southern Fujian. There are stone tablets from the Qianlong and Jiaqing years in Baoshan Pavilion. The stone tablet in the 60th year of Qianlong (1795) records the history of the establishment of Baoshan Pavilion. The headline of the stele is in seal script and the content is in regular script (Figure 2). The stone tablet in the 14th year of Guangxu (1888) records a crisis encountered by Sanbaoshan in the Bingyin year of Tongzhi (1866). With the efforts of the Chinese in Malacca, Sanbaoshan, as a Chinese cemetery, was able to get rid of the crisis. There is a stone statue of Zheng He behind the main hall of Baoshan Pavilion Next to Baoshan Pavilion is the Sanbao Well. There were several wells around, but now there are only two. The largest well is called Wangjing or Hang Libao Well in Malay (Figure 5). It is said that it was dug by Malacca Sultan Mansur Shah for his Chinese wife Princess Hang Libao in the 15th century of the Malacca Dynasty. Many Chinese believe that it was dug by Zheng He in the 15th century. The historical truth remains to be verified, but it can be speculated that it is an ancient well from the 15th or 16th century. It is a Malay legend that the Malacca Sultan married a Chinese princess. There was no Princess Hang Libao in Chinese history, and there was no record of a Ming Dynasty princess marrying a Malacca Sultan. During the Portuguese colonial period, Johor soldiers poisoned the well in 1551, killing 200 Portuguese soldiers. During the Dutch colonial period, in order to ensure the safety of the well water, the Dutch built a wall around the well and stationed soldiers. Next to the Sam Po Well is the Anti-Japanese Martyrs Monument, which was established in 1947 to commemorate the Chinese who were massacred by the Japanese army in Malacca during World War II. On the monument are four large characters "Zhongzhen Zushi" written by the then Chinese leader Chiang Kai-shek. The bones of countless victims are buried here. This place has a long history.

No. 19 in Trip.com and likely not much traffic flow as it is also situated in nowhere. Happened to find a famous Chee Cheong Fan cart stall and walked over. Here’s a look at Hang Li Poh’s Well (aka Perigi Raja or the King’s Well) in Malacca — Malaysia’s oldest and most legendary water well.🏛️ Historical BackgroundConstructed in 1459, it was built by the followers of Hang Li Poh — a Chinese princess sent to marry Sultan Mansur Shah — as the town’s primary water source.Situated at the foot of Bukit Cina and beside Poh San Teng Temple, the well was pivotal to Malacca’s early infrastructure. ⚔️ Trials Through TimeWhen the Portuguese captured Malacca in 1511, they seized the well. In purported resistance, local warriors poisoned it, killing around 200 invaders. The Dutch fortified the well with solid brick walls (and cannons and guard posts) in 1677 to protect and control it.Under British rule, the well was neglected and fell into disrepair. 💧 Present DayToday, the water is not suitable for drinking, and the well serves as a wishing well. Visitors often throw coins into it, believing that this ensures a return visit to Malacca or even marriage to a Malaccan.Despite its age, the well’s structure remains enclosed by a Dutch-era wall next to the Poh San Teng Temple, and it retains its symbolic importance. ✅ Should You Visit?Absolutely—if you’re interested in:Malacca’s layered history: Sultanate era, Portuguese and Dutch colonial periods, cultures woven together.Heritage sites: The well is a short walk from Bukit Cina (Chinese Hill Cemetery) and the charming Poh San Teng Temple.Local lore: Enjoy the wishing-well tradition and absorb the atmosphere of a living legend.

I recommend to put this in the to-do list while you visiting Malaka or you plan to go to Melaka. This is worth for visit. If you’re interested in culture things, recommend you to grab the ticket and enjoy the show.

Malaysia. Malacca - Sam Poh Hill: Sam Poh Hill is not only a historical site, but also the birthplace of Chinese culture. Every year, the cultural torch of the National Chinese Cultural Festival is ignited at Sam Poh Hill and then spread to other states, which has far-reaching significance in connecting the past and the future.