History
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0HistoryThe History Behind Melaka’s Portuguese Roots
Tucked away along the coast of Melaka lies the Portuguese Settlement, one of the city’s most distinctive heritage enclaves. Established in the...
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0HistoryFrom Orchards to Opulence: The History and Evolution of Singapore’s Orchard Road
Once home to nutmeg plantations and quiet rural lanes, Orchard Road has transformed into one of the world’s most well-known shopping boulevards....
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0HistoryA Living Legacy: Kampung Morten Brings Heritage to Life in Melaka
Located near the new Dusit Princess hotel and tucked inside the modern heart of Melaka, Kampung Morten offers visitors a rare chance...
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0HistoryPenang’s Gilded Past: Tracing the Legacy of Millionaire’s Row
Once the address of the elite in British Malaya, Penang’s Millionaire’s Row still whispers tales of opulence, ambition, and legacy — and...
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0HistoryJakarta by Any Other Name: A City Rebranded Through the Ages
Indonesia’s vibrant capital has carried many different names through its long and complex history, each one reflecting a different chapter in its...
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0HistoryLegends of the Secret Tunnels of Malacca
In history-rich Malacca, stories of secret subterranean passageways have long been whispered. Historian Dennis De Witt takes a closer look with his...
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0HistoryTwo Decades Later: Remembering the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami
On December 26, 2004, a massive earthquake triggered tsunamis that claimed nearly 230,000 lives across 14 countries. Two decades later, the tragedy...
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0HistoryAn Armenian Legacy Endures in Penang
For nearly 140 years, one Penang landmark of colonial-era grandeur has served as a testament to the ambition and vision of its...
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0HistoryStreets & Stories: Behind Penang’s Road Names
Being on the road is special, but learning the story of the road itself can add a whole new dimension. Take a...
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0AirlineLooking Good at 77: A Brief History of Malaysia Airlines
The national carrier has navigated some extremely challenging years and now looks poised to enter a period of growth and profitability. As...
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0HistoryRobertson Quay: Navigating the Waters of Singapore’s History
One of three notable quays along the Singapore River, the largest and most upstream of these is Robertson Quay, a pocket of...
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0HistoryBangsar’s History: The Expat Connection
Like parts of many cities and certainly parts of Kuala Lumpur, the urban enclave of Bangsar has its own fair share of...