Walked to an area called the Portuguese Settlement which is designated to the preservation of decendants of the early Portuguese settlers of Melaka. An area of about 30 acres with a few streets of single storey houses by the shoreline . Not very impressive at all. Apparently the place comes alive about four times a year for festivals. Quite a Long walk back to check out of hotel.
Checked out of hotel about 12.00 for our trip back to KL. Found a “coastal/scenic” route. Quiet road in the main through small towns and villages, palm and latex rubber plantations.
Thought a place called Port Dickson, a beachy holiday place supposedly, might be good for a stop. Horrible, run down place with half finished hotels and apartment blocks. Global crisis perhaps.
A very pleasant drive back to KL
Arrived KL about five. Ate at the Hakka open air, under cover, Chinese restaurant that we ate at two years ago. Very crowded and great atmosphere.
