I am spending a couple days with my students in Malacca (Melaka) Malaysia enjoying the sights, sounds, and food of one of Southeast Asia’s more colorful cities.  I planned to post a few photos but my technology is not cooperating.

Malacca played a front and center place in the spice trade of yesteryear. The Portuguese established a trading post here in the early 16th century only to be overrun by the Dutch in the early 17th century.  The Dutch built the famous fort A’fomosa which in turn was destroyed nearly entirely by the British in the early 19th century.

Narrow streets filled with colonial era Straits Chinese houses. Churches dating back hundreds of years. A colorful river and vibrant night market street with delicacies and art. Ancient ruins and beautiful replicas of treasured architecture.

Malacca is a wonderful place to visit.

Pictures to follow.