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Hi everyone,
I'm planning a trip to Malaysia in September or October. What is the best way to go to Melaka from Kuala Lumpur? How long would it take by bus versus by plane and the approximate cost?
In addition, any recommendations for a reasonable hotel in Melaka that is close to the tourist attractions?
Hi,
The bus is really the only option, there is no commercial airport. It takes about 3 hours. You can catch the bus from Puduraya bus terminal, it should have re-opened by the time you get here.
Enjoy Malaysia - I do!
It is also possible to go to Melaka by train- however the train does not stop at Melaka City (there is no station)
Nearest station is Tampin, about 38 kilometres north of Melaka. This is not a problem, as there are buses and taxis to get you to town.
For more information call Tampin station +6 (0)6 441 1034
The train takes longer, but is more relaxing and scenery is great.
We did the Melaka trip by bus, and it was really hot on the bus....air con was not working, and generally not very comfortable trip. Having said that- I'm sure that there are bus companies that have good service.
I caught a bus from KL down to Melaka and it was fine, I really enjoyed the trip. Can't remember the cost but it was very cheap. I certainly had A/C too - the thing to do is check which bus is going before you buy your ticket - some buses are definitely not as good as others.
There are many hotels in the Chinatown and tourist areas - depends upon what you mean by 'reasonable'. I stayed just out of the main tourist area at The Emporer and it was good (loved the pool!).
Melaka is absolutely gorgeous and historical. But stay away from Afarmosa resort near Melaka. Most awful place, dont be fooled by the website like me. A farmosa is run down with dirty rooms and broken lifts. If you arrive at LCCT or KLIA, you can buy a one way taxi to Melaka from the taxi counter. Its about RM 200. Stay near to Jonker Street.
I would recommend the Tang House, right in the centre of Old Town, accessible to every where, and near to a bus stop. The family are very helpful.
http://tanghouse.com.my/
The history of Melaka is the most facinating part. Also the easy going and relaxed pace of life in this silent place is invigorating. The other good thing is that you can cover most important tourist attractions on foot. They are all located very close to each other. Talking to the rickshaw driver while enjoying the ride across the city. This guy is a historian, guide, salesman, driver all in one.
A Famosa means the famous in Portugese - it was once a very mighty fotress.
It is among the oldest surviving European remains in Asia.
This is once part of the Porta de Santiago, built by Portugese invader Alberqueque. The fort changed hands in 1641 when the Dutch drove the Portuguese out of Melaka.
The fortress changed hands again in the early 19th century when the Dutch handed it over to the British to prevent it from falling into the hands of Napolean's expansionist France.
But the English and ordered its destruction in 1806. The fort was almost totally demolished but intervention by Singapore founder, Sir Stanford Raffles,
who happened to visit Melaka in 1810, it was spared from total destruction.
A' Famosa Water World is rated as the largest theme park in Malaysia. Especially designed for family recreation, the 20-acre Water World is fully equipped with international standard facilities.
The high-speed water slides are fun. The Wave Pool gives a feeling of a beach away from the beach. You can also enjoy the longest Lazy River in the world, the highly exciting High Speed Slides and the Arabian Village.
Opening Hours
Monday, Wednesday,Thursday and Friday: 11am - 7pm
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 9am - 8pm
Closed on Tuesday except Public & School Holidays
Park Admission
Adult: RM23
Children: RM18
The town square used to be a playing field before being upgraded and renamed Dataran Alor Gajah (Alor Gajah Town Square).
Located in the heart of the town, there is a children playing ground, a small park, a pavilion for public functions, recreational facilities and a Keris Monument. The Alor Gajah District Museum is also located within its vicinity.
Wearing couture on your feet, that's how I feel each time I slip into one of these beautiful slippers. My love affair with these things started since young since all the grown-up women in my household had pairs of beautiful shoes embroidered with flowers, birds and even the seven-dwarves... When you're in Melaka, you're practically in Peranankan ( Straits Chinese ) Shopping Haven . You can find good ol' pernankan fashion ware here and beaded shoes.. It takes many weeks to complete an intricate design so a good pair can cost up to RM300+. A 'fake' pair will cost less as the designs are less intricate and the beads are bigger. The shop that I'm recommending have been making these shoes for generations . They even make tiny 5cm shoes for women with bound feet!
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