Articles for tag: Malacca, Penang, Portuguese

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Melaka, the Historic Port of Malaysia

Melaka (sometimes spelled Malacca) is a sleepy city of 730,000 on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, nestled between Singapore, Malaysia’s capital of Kuala Lumpur, and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. It has a rich history (the famous Straits of Malacca are named for the port), which when coupled with its small size and relaxed ...

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Dwarf Plumeria Plants Versus Compact Plumeria Plants

Plumeria growers worldwide, especially in temperate climates, are looking for dwarf and compact varieties to grow in pots. This allows for easy handling of the plants when cooler weather arrives and the plants need to be brought indoors to continue to bloom and grow. What exactly would be considered a dwarf plumeria plant? This question ...

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Top 5 Places to Visit in Malaysia

Malaysia is my second most favorite country in the world. Living in Bangkok, Thailand, I travel to Malaysia several times a year as it’s less than a two hour plane ride away. Malaysia has many wonderful places to visit, but these top five destinations are my absolute favorites. From Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Melaka (Mallaca) ...

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Best Tourist Destinations in Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the best countries to visit whenever you are in Asia. It comprises of exciting and wonderful tourist destinations you shouldn’t miss. There is a touch of uniqueness that you must definitely experience. Come on out witness the natural beauty of Malaysia. Read on and take notes from our travel guide on ...