🇲🇾 Colonial Imprints: The European Architectural Influence in Malacca

#europeanarchitecture #100waysoftravel Explore Malacca's rich European architectural legacy through its Dutch colonial Stadthuys, Portugese fortifications and historic St Paul's Church, each reflecting a chapter of colonial history. 🏫 Stadthuys: Once the official residence of the Dutch governor, this red-painted building is a prime example of Dutch colonial architecture and now houses the Museum of History and Ethnography 🏰 A Famosa: This fort originally built by the Portuguese in 1511, is a historic remnant of European military architecture and is renowned for its iconic Porta de Santiago gate ⛪St. Paul’s Church: Perched on a hill, this 16th-century church was originally constructed by the Portuguese and offers stunning views of Malacca while showcasing a blend of European and local architectural styles #history #malacca #melaka #melakatrip #malaccatrip #architecture #stadthuys #afamosa #stpaulchurch #malaysia