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Malacca: Take a ride on the world’s craziest rickshaws…

Source: Malacca: Take a ride on the world’s craziest rickshaws

Among Malaysia’s best-known travel destinations, the heritage port city of Melaka offers a fascinating history lesson for visitors who take a little time to peer beneath the touristy surface.

Source: Melaka: History Revealed with Every Layer of Paint

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Authorities have pushed back against accusations of not doing enough to conserve heritage structures in the wider George Town area, including an old bungalow once home to Sir Stamford Raffles.

Source: Beyond Penang’s world heritage site, activists are fighting to save historic buildings

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A crop of new hotels, diverse restaurants, and a vibrant arts scene make the quaint shophouses of George Town more alluring to travelers than ever.

Source: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Penang, the Malaysian Island State With an Exploding Art Scene

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P.S. — There’s even a ‘Squid Game’-themed trishaw ride.

Source: Check Out This 48-Hour Melaka Itinerary for a Perfect Weekend Getaway!

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The UNESCO-listed city in south-western Malaysia offers visitors one of the world’s most wonderful cultural sensory overloads…

Source: Melaka, Malaysia: Discover culture and history in this UNESCO-listed city

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Colonial Georgetown’s historic sites make it one of Malaysia’s most unique areas to visit – here’s what you can see and do there.

Source: What To Do & See In Colonial Georgetown In Penang, Malaysia

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Penang’s capital, George Town, was listed as a Unesco World Heritage site in 2008. It was named after King George III and is one of the most interesting historical cities in Malaysia, with atmospheric streets lined with heritage architecture. The Edge takes a look at the George Town Heritage Trail, which highlights several tourist-worthy attractions.

Source: A cultural melting pot

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A city rich in culture and heritage, Melaka is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Malaysia. From its humble beginnings as a coastal village, it would go on to become the setting of the glorious tales of the Melaka Sultanate and later, part of the country’s colonial past with the Portuguese, Dutch and British all leaving a mark in this Unesco World Heritage Site. The writers explore Old Melaka and its many historical attractions.

Source: The cultural and historical significance of Old Melaka

A trip to Melaka is far from complete if you don’t give these spots a visit.

Source: 7 unforgettable things to see and savour in historical Melaka