A'Famosa Resort, Malacca: http://www.afamosa.com/
see also: http://swytravel.blogspot.sg/2012/04/2012-sepang-gold-coast-malacca.html
A'Famosa Animal World:
Walk Through Area:Experience the animals up close; feed and pet the Rabbits, Ponies, Camels and other friendly animals;
(It is beautifully landscaped and makes for a pleasant walk pass spacious enclosures which house more than 20 types of animals including Greater Flamingos, Black Swans, North American Raccoons, miniature ponies and the indigenous Malayan Tapir.)
Multi Animal Show: 
A'Famosa Animal World Safari: Located on 150 acres of pristine surroundings, it is an amazing wildlife Safari that houses over 150 of the finest species from the animal kingdom.
Watch in amazement as you encounter majestic Tigers, Lions, Giraffes, Camels, Zebras, Elephants and other creatures roaming freely in the Safari.
Riding in the special Safari Truck:
"lower your heads, don't let the lion see us!":
"thank goodness, the tiger didn't land on our vehicle!":
"a hungry & angry bear!"
A'Famosa Cowboy Town:
Outdoor Theme Park:
Red Indian Show & Carnival:
A'Famosa Water World: 
Wave Pool & Sand Beach:
Lazy River:
Kid Adventure Pool:
Malacca Town - a historic city: www.asiaexplorers.com/malaysia/malacca_travel_guide.htm
Malacca blends a rich historical past and a vibrant present. The state's history began in 1403 when Parameswara, an exiled Hindu prince from Sumatra, sought refuge in a little fishing village on the coast of the Malay peninsula, which he subsequently named Malacca. Administered by the Portuguese in 1511, the Dutch in 1641, and the British in 1824, Malacca has emerged as a unique melting pot of races, providing a wonderful insight into cultural diversity of its people.
A UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008
http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1223
Poh San Teng Temple (Sam Poh Kong Temple):
A UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008
http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1223
Poh San Teng Temple (Sam Poh Kong Temple):
It is at the foot of Bukit China. It was built in 1795 by Kapitan Chua Su Cheong. It is incorrectly assumed that this temple is dedicated to Admiral Cheng Ho, the Ming-dynasty navigator. Many erroneously called it the Sam Poh Kong Temple, after the illustrious admiral. The Hill on which Poh San Teng temple was built was San Bao Shan. There is a possibility that the name was shortened to San Bao Temple, and confused the meaning. Within the premises of the temple is the famous well, Perigi Rajah. It is also called the Sultan's Well, built in the 15th century by Sultan Mansor Shah, who married the Chinese Princess. The well was fought over many times in the centuries that followed because of its dependable spring.
Statue of Admiral Cheng Ho:
Jonker Street:
Famous Chicken Rice Ball:
Malacca River:
Statue of Admiral Cheng Ho:
Jonker Street:
Famous Chicken Rice Ball:
Malacca River:
The Malacca River plays an important role in the development of Malacca. It was near the mouth of this river that the Hindu prince Parameswara of Sumatra settled and established his sultanate, at the beginning of the 15th century. His palace was built on the east bank of the river, at the foot of Malacca Hill (present day St Paul's Hill). Malacca River became an important conduit for trade. The Portuguese was able to conquer Malacca by seizing control of the river.
A Windmill near Dutch Square: (a reminder of Malacca's Dutch past)
Dutch Square (The Malacca Town Square):
Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower:
A Windmill near Dutch Square: (a reminder of Malacca's Dutch past)
Dutch Square (The Malacca Town Square):
The Dutch Square is one of the main tourist attraction of Malacca. Famous for its red-painted buildings, the Dutch Square is a clear testimony of Dutch masonry and architectural skills. It was inspired by one in the Dutch town of Lindt.
Melaka Art Gallery:
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Fountain:
The fountain in front of Christ Church was erected in 1904 by the people of Malacca to commemorate Her Majesty's 60th anniversary on the British throne.
Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower:
Built by the third generation of a Chinese philantrophic millionaire family. Although named after Tan Beng Swee, it was in fact built by his son Tan Jiak Kim, to fulfill his father's wish. Tan Beng Swee, was the son of Tan Kim Seng who donated the bridge adjacent to the clocktower.
Stadthuys (Town Hall): (in the background)
One of the most historic buildings in Meleka, and certainly the most attractive from an architectural pint of view, it was constructed as a Town Hall by the Dutch between 1641 and 1660 and its style would not be out of place in a cobbled town square in Holland.
Christ Church Melaka:
Stadthuys (Town Hall): (in the background)
One of the most historic buildings in Meleka, and certainly the most attractive from an architectural pint of view, it was constructed as a Town Hall by the Dutch between 1641 and 1660 and its style would not be out of place in a cobbled town square in Holland.
Christ Church Melaka:
Built by the Dutch in 1753 to commemorate the centenary of their occupation of Malacca. It took 12 years to complete. It was constructed to mark the centenary of the Dutch arrival in Maleka. When the British took over the church in 1795, they put in a few additions, most notably the weathercock stop and the bell tower. Originally a Dutch Reform Church, it was later consecrated as an Anglican Church. It is one of Malaysia's oldest Protestant churches, and one of its most photographed tourist sites. The pews are the original ones and each of the roof beams was cut from a single giant tree.
Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum:
Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum:
Intermarriage between early Chinese settlers and local Malays resulted in the unique Baba Nyonya culture. Also called Peranakan or Straits Chinese, they became a culturally distinct community, from which a unique range of attire, customs, architecture, language and cuisine evolved. The featured museum, a private enterprise housed in a beautifully restored ancestral home dating back to mid-19th century, is a rare treasure which gives you a glimpse of the glorious past of rich Peranakan lifestyle.
True to the Chinese-Malay mix that defines Peranakan, the building features roof tiles from China and ornately carved shutters and doors that feature Malay architecture. Inside, the museum preserves many examples of everyday Peranakan life, a wealthy lifestyle that could afford heavy blackwood furniture and lacquer screens from China.
Porta de Santiago (A'Famosa) (old Portuguese Fortress):
Other Info:
2 Hour 40 Minutes coach ride from Singapore
True to the Chinese-Malay mix that defines Peranakan, the building features roof tiles from China and ornately carved shutters and doors that feature Malay architecture. Inside, the museum preserves many examples of everyday Peranakan life, a wealthy lifestyle that could afford heavy blackwood furniture and lacquer screens from China.
Porta de Santiago (A'Famosa) (old Portuguese Fortress):
St. Paul's Hill & St. Paul's Church (background):
Porta de Santiago is the sole remaining gateway into the Fortress of Malacca, nicknamed "A'Famosa", built by the Portuguese when they conquered Malacca in 1511.
The Dutch captured the fortress on 14 January 1641.
In 1795, the British entered Malacca but was not keen to keep it but to transfer its population to Penang. As for the fortress, they considered it a liability, and wanted to have it demolished. William Farquhar, governor of Malacca from 1803-1818, was given the task. The demolition was already in an advanced stage when Sir Stamford Raffles persuaded his superiors to keep the fortress. His intervention help saved the remaining piece of the fortress, which is the gate of Santiago.
The British remained in Malacca until 1818 and returned it to the Dutch. It remained in Dutch hands for another seven years, until the 1824 London agreement, when they swap it for Bencoolen in Sumatra.
St. Paul's Hill was originally Malacca Hill. The St. Paul's Church, on top of the hill, was built by a Portuguese nobleman called Duarte Coelho, when his ship miraculously escaped a tempest in the South China Sea, as an act of gratitude, in 1512.
Other Info:
2 Hour 40 Minutes coach ride from Singapore
1) Jonker Street - shop for antiques & souvenirs, eat at night market
2) Stadhuys - the oldest Dutch building this side of the world (once the official residence of the Dutch governors and officers)
3) Porta de Santiago - one of the 4 main entrances to the Portuguese A'Famosa fortress which was built in 1511 (this iconic gateway remains after the rest of the fortress was damaged during the Dutch invasion in 1641.)
4) Maritime Museum - housed in a replica of the Flor de la Mar, a Portuguese vessel that sank off the coast of Melaka.
5) Melaka River Cruise
Top 5 Must Eat:
1) Nonya Food - a marriage of Chinese cooking style with Malay ingredients and condiments
2) Malaysian Portuguese Food - a fusion of traditional Portuguese recipes, Dutch, British and local ingredients, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Nonya cooking styles.
Try pasu kaemadu (baked fish), garing garing frety (fried whitebait with sliced shallots), and fiery el diablo curry (devil curry).
3) Satay Celup - dip and dunk skewers of seafood, meat and vegetables into the boiling pot of thick and spicy peanut sauce.
4) Chicken Rice Balls
5) Klebang Coconut Shake