History

A Walk Through Time: Melaka Heritage Trail

February 28, 2026 Elena Wong

Trace the footsteps of Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonists in the historic city of Melaka.

Melaka’s rich history is painted on its walls. Taking a walk down Jonker Street, you transit from traditional Chinese shophouses to European colonial architecture. The A Famosa fort ruins and the red-tinted Dutch Square tell stories of trade, conquest, and cultural blending that formed the unique Peranakan culture we see today...