IN the history of the Malay peninsula, Malacca is where it all began. Founded in the 14th century by Parameswara, an exiled prince from Sumatera, it thrived as a port-of-call for merchant ships from China, India, Arabia and Europe. 

Visit this state and relive the glorious past of the Malacca Sultanate and see how the Portuguese, Dutch and English each left their mark. We have all heard of A' Famosa, the Stadthuys and Hang Li Poh's Well in history lessons but nothing beats the excitement and wonder of seeing these famous landmarks in person.