Taman Negara was incredible, and my mind is still full of the wonder of the forest. Yet, we did have to say goodbye to it when it was time to move on to Melaka.And Melaka was incredible too. A world apart from Taman Negara, I think it was the first city outside India where I felt I would like to live, and I cannot quite lay my finger on why. I know part of what speaks is my colonial hangover.What makes the red buildings in the Dutch Square reach out to me? Why do I find a little windmill charming? Why do I like all those bridges over the Sungai Melaka?Whether I admit to my colonial hangover or not, Melaka won my heart.We stayed at a lovely place, too, which added to the charm of Melaka. An old building that is a minute's walk from the vibrant Jonker Street, Da Som Inn is the first hotel I've stayed at that offers free coffee, hot chocolate, orange juice, cereal and … [Read more...]