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Fairy Caves

Located at a distance of 40 kilometres from Kuching near the former Bau gold mining settlement, Fairy Cave is a limestone cave with unique rock formations. It is commonly known as Gau Pari and can be accessed after climbing a four-storey staircase. According to experts, Fairy Cave was formed around 200 million years ago during the Jurassic era. The stalactites and stalagmites within the cave have taken interesting shapes and conjure amazing memories. It is believed that this structure got its name from a stalagmite that has a resemblance to a Chinese Goddess. The cave is massive and there are walkways for tourists who are willing to explore it. There are a number of adventure activities that take place on the cliff face. The most popular among them is rock climbing with different degrees of difficulty. A short drive from the iconic Wind Cave will take you to the Fairy Cave. Both the caves are visited together and can be covered in a half-day trip. Read More

Fort Margherita is one of the most important monuments in Sarawak’s rich history. Situated across the Sarawak River, near Astana, the former fortress is now converted into the Brooke Gallery which houses rare memorabilia of the Brooke family and history of Sarawak. Built by Charles Brook, who was then the ruler of Sarawak, the beautiful yet sturdy fortress is a truly multifaceted structure. Fort Margherita had been used for various important purposes through the years making it one of the most historical landmarks in Malaysia. Read More

Kuching Cat Museum is reputed as the world’s first cat museum dedicated to the feline. Located to the north of Kuching in the City Hall, it boasts more than 4000 artefacts (photos, exhibits, souvenirs) displayed in four different galleries. The most prominent exhibits at Kuching Cat Museum include a mummified Egyptian cat, five wild cat species from Borneo, as well as, an entire gallery of cat-related advertising. These were brought to Kuching from the National Museum in Kuala Lumpur and were acquired by the DBKU officials. Kuching Cat Museum is responsible for the collection and presentation of the country’s rich heritage that is valuable and intriguing. Read More

Unarguably one of the most visited places in the city, Kuching Main Bazaar is the one stop marketplace with the highest concentration of ethnic handicrafts and antique shops in the city. The exact location of the bazaar is adjacent to the Waterfront, in the heart of old Kuching. The Main Bazaar is located on the oldest street of the city and brims with antiques and collectibles. The market is a great place to visit for architecture fanatics for it has some great examples of Chinese shop house architecture. Apart from shopping, one can also enjoy the excellent views of the Sarawak river and dine at the various restaurants and cafes all around the place. Read More

Kuching Waterfront, spread across 900 metres along the southern bank of Sarawak River, is the most iconic place in Kuching. The waterfront is lined with hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops, entertainment areas and various historically significant buildings making it one of the most popular attractions. Kuching Waterfront is also popular because of the attractions located here, namely, the monument to honour the late Charles Brooke, Tua Pek Kong Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Kuching and shopping malls such as Parkson Grand, Tun Jugah and Sarawak Plaza. The Kuching Waterfront walkway should be visited excellent views of the river and the Malay Kampung across it during the daytime, for watching the sunset during the evening and for sampling scrumptious snacks and street food as it gets dark. Read More

Kuching Wetlands National Park, located about 30 kilometres from Kuching in Sarawak, is one of the last remains of the former Sarawak Mangrove Forest Reserve. The park is filled with saline mangrove plantations and tourists can explore the lush greenery and vegetation of the park on a river cruise. It also houses some endangered species. What makes a visit to Kuching Wetlands National Park a unique experience is enjoying a day tour cruising through the Salak River, passing through Malay fishing village, catching glimpses of wild animals like crocodiles and trying to spot the infamous snub-nosed Irrawaddy dolphins. Apart from nature and wildlife lovers, couples can also visit the park during the evening time to catch the magical and romantic sunset on the water and the Firefly tree known as api-api tree which lies amidst shimmering green lights. Read More

With a height of 810 metres, the mammoth Mount Santubong stands erected on Damai Peninsular near Kuching. Regarded as one of the highest peaks in Kuching, it boasts several hiking trails that allure trekkers and adventure seekers across the nation. The majestic Mount Santbong rises out from the sea which is formed after a collision between the oceanic and the continental crusts. However, legends believe that this mountain has a mythological origin dating back to the centuries. A princess was punished by the king for fighting with her sister and she was cursed into Mount Santubong.This mountain lies within the national park of the same name and offers spectacular views of the Santubong Village and the South China Sea. Read More

Snuggled on the island of Borneo, Sarawak Cultural Village is a living museum that gives visitors a glimpse of the state’s indigenous tribes living in their traditional dwellings. It is located at Pantai Damai, 32 kilometres from the capital city of Kuching. Sarawak Cultural Village showcases the lifestyle of the major tribes of the state namely Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau, Penan, Chinese and Malay. The longhouses are the homes to these ethnic groups where they live and carry out their day to day activities. Sarawak Cultural Village has carefully preserved their traditional handicrafts, costumes and other related items that shed light into the region’s rich heritage. Presently, 150 tribal people are living here who takes part in folk dances to entertain the visitors. Cultural performances and interactive workshops are organised daily. Sarawak Cultural Village is also the venue for the iconic Rainforest World Music Festival. Read More

Situated in Kuching, Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum provides a deep insight into the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak’s Muslim community. The seven galleries are the main attraction of this museum. These galleries give an insight into Islamic architecture, literature, science, decorative arts, and costumes. Each of these galleries features a different theme. The Islamic Heritage Museum features a Bornean-Malay style of architecture. While the museum is made out of concrete and timber, the roof is made out of bricks. This museum is adorned with a central courtyard garden, Arabic calligraphy, astrolabes, musical instruments and wood carvings. The main aim of establishing the Islamic Heritage Museum was to develop a greater sense of appreciation and understanding of Islam among the masses. While this museum was initially built for a school, it later came to be known as the James Brooke Malay College. In 1930, the museum was renamed as Madrasah Melayu Sarawak. In 1992, the Chief Minister of Sarawak named it the Islamic Heritage Museum. Read More

The Sarawak State Museum, located in Taman Budaya, is one of the oldest and most comprehensive natural history museums in Borneo. Inspired by the Normandy town-house, the museum building houses the ethnographic collection and natural history displays. This historic museum, although open to the public was originally just a temporary settlement until the late 19th century where a more permanent structure was created which not only stuns visitors with its inspired architecture, but also fills their minds with awe and respect for the generations of people inhabiting Sarawak. Starting from the plethora of flora and fauna which are indegenous to the region and have evolved over the years to the daily lifestyles and habitats of the ancient tribes and ethnic groups of Sarawak, the Sarawak Museum is a great place to visit. Read More