We weren't too sure what to expect when we headed off on the bus from KL Sentral to Malacca. With a similar colonial history to Penang and both UNESCO listed, we weren't sure whether we would find two similar places. Whilst there were some similarities they also had their differences. Most of the attractions in Malacca appeared to be centred around the riverside and Jonker street, the latter famous for its weekend night markets, as well as its old buildings. It...

Malaysia is a relaxing delight after China. The sun is bright, the sky is blue and the people are pleased to see us. A melting pot of cultures and religions much of Malaysia is occupied by descendants of both Chinese and Malay who for the most part live harmoniously together. Georgetown, a town in Penang an island off the west coast of Malaysia, has been named by Unesco as a sight of historic interest because of the colonial buildings which still occupy much of...