Rajang River

The Rajang River (Malay: Sungai Rajang or Batang Rajang) is a river inSarawak, Malaysia. The river is located in northwest of Borneo and it originates in the Iran Mountains. The river flows approximately 563 km into Kapit, and then to the South China Sea, making it the longest river in Malaysia.[1]Some of the important tributaries are the Balui River, Katibas River, Ngemah River, Iran River, Pila River, Balleh River, Bangkit River and the Kanowit River.[1]Malaysia's largest and tallest (160m) hydro electric project, Bakun Hydro Electric Dam Project, is located on narrow Bakun Fall of Balui River

sarawak traditional dance

KUCHING: The traditional dances of Malaysia and Indonesia came out in full force yesterday at Kuching Waterfront’s Godown Amphitheatre, enthralling tourists and locals alike.The traditional collaborative dance showcase featured iconic dances of Sarawak and Lombok-Sasambo (Sasak-Sumbawa-Mjobo), highlighting what both regions have to offer in terms of culture.Tourism Minister Datuk Talib Zulpilip welcomed the Indonesian delegates as well as the many tourists who attended, saying that Sarawak has much to offer.He said Sarawak has some of the cheapest hotels around, allowing visitors to spend their money on local attractions while they enjoy the hospitality of the local people.Also present were Indonesian Republic Consulate General Head Office contingent leader Bapak Gondosoemarto Wibisono, Tourism Malaysia state director Salahuddin Mohd Ariffin and GoTravel Holiday Sdn Bhd director Abdul Malik Morshidi.The line-up of events kicked off with the Malay Zapin dance from Sarawak, followed by the Asih Trasne dance from Indonesia.Other dances featured were the Orang Ulu dance, Rejang Beuh dance from the Bidayuh, Ngajat Induk from the Iban, and the Alu Alu Melanau from the Melanau.From their Indonesian counterparts came the Rudat dance, Beriuk Tinjal, Puspersti, and Gandrung.

Read more: http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/03/04/traditional-dances-enthral-tourists-at-amphitheatre/#ixzz2brZtzgNs

Waterfront Kuhing Sarawak

Aptly called The People Place, Kuching Waterfront was built for the people of Sarawak and visitors alike. It is their place to enjoy, to entertain and be entertained. A heritage to be proud of, and a legacy to pass on to generations to come. Stretching approximately 1 km, with a riverside walk linking the hotel precinct with downtown Kuching, the Waterfront is 'self-contained' with facilities for entertainment, refreshment, relaxation, cultural enjoyment and arts appreciation. It is also a great place for family gatherings, corporate outings and school and community projects.

Coolies bustling over berthed junks. Hawking of wares, Indian chettiars haggling. Natives selling jungle produce. That was Sarawak River to Kuching. Then time intervened. Sarawak River was not what it used to be. Quietness settled in. The godowns deserted, the merchants shifted.

Thus, Kuching Waterfront was rebuilt to return the frontage to the people. Officially opened in 1993, it spans about 1 km, each step rich in local history and culture.

Structures are preserved. The frame of the amphitheatre was originally part of a godown built in 1929. Other testimonies of this endeavour are the buildings of Sarawak Steamship Company and Chinese Museum.

Tradition radiates from the Chinese Pavillion. Each step of the way is paved with mosaic panels depicting ethnic motifs.
Kuching of by-gone days is revealed on plaques along the promenade floor. Trace the White Rajah’s reign. Read about rebellions. And piracy.

Come evening, see the abstract Hornbill Fountain, and try some of the wide variety of food there.

Mount Santubong

SANTUBONG 

Location: Kuching

Only 35 minutes drive from Kuching, the Santubong area has a great deal to offer the visitor. It has some superb natural attractions centred on the rainforested slopes of Mount Santubong, its mangrove forests, rivers, near shore waters and mudflats. These different habitats are home to variety of wildlife making Santubong one of the best sites in Sarawak to see a range of wildlife in a natural setting.

The Santubong area is one of the best places in Sarawak to see the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, which inhabits rivers, estuaries and shallow coastal areas. On rare occasions finless porpoises and Indo-pacific humpback dolphins are sighted in the waters off Santubong. There are a few interesting coastal villages (kampungs) in the Santubong Peninsula. The most accessible from Damai is Kampung Santubong, a well-kept Malay village at the foot of Mount Santubong. 

Dewan Undangan Negeri Sarawak

Naim and PPES Works were the turnkey contractors for this project. The complex, completed in May 2009, boasts the state-of-the-art facilities and beautifully landscaped gardens and stands as a testament of solid and unique architecture. The complex has a gross floor area of 40,739m2 with a nine-storey high roof apex.

Damai Beach Resort

Damai Beach Resort

Santubong, Sarawak

Imagine lush rainforest, glorious sun and sea, a private sandy beach and an array of interesting activities delighting the senses – we welcome you to the world of Damai Beach Resort, Sarawak.

Located on Teluk Bandung’s sandy beach facing the South China Sea and comprising 90 acres of sea frontage, the 4-star Resort is majestically nestled within the world’s oldest tropical rainforest, a mere 40-minute drive from Kuching the capital city of Sarawak and 50-minute drive from Kuching International Airport.

Borneo Convention Centre Kuching

The Borneo Convention Centre Kuching or (BCCK) is located in Kuching, Sarawak,East Malaysia. It is the first dedicated convention and exhibition centre in Borneo.

Located 8 km from the city centre, it aims to organise and attract local and international concerts, events, exhibitions and conventions to Sarawak.

BCCK is managed by Borneo Isthmus Development Sdn Bhd, which is a Sarawak state-owned company. It oversees all operational aspects of BCCK.

BCCK is commonly mistaken as the new office for the Sarawak Convention Bureau (SCB). The SCB functions to attract and bid for conferences and meetings to the state of Sarawak which can be hosted in any venue as chosen by the organisers.

Gua Niah

Niah is one of Sarawak’s smaller national parks, but it is certainly one of the most important, and has some of the most unusual visitor attractions. The park’s main claim to fame is its role as one of the birthplaces of civilisation. The oldest modern human remains discovered in Southeast Asia were found at Niah, making the park one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.Yet there is much more to Niah than archaeology. A vast cave swarming with bats and swiftlets; the thriving local economy based on birds-nests and guano; ancient cave paintings; a majestic rainforest criss-crossed with walking trails; abundant plant and animal life - all these and more make up the geological, historical and environmental kaleidoscope that is Niah.

Kuching International Airport

Kuching International Airport is the main gateway into Sarawak and it is situated 11 km south of the city of Kuching.

The airport is also an airbase for the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) and its newly renovated terminal complex is capable of handling 5 million passengers annually, making it the third busiest airport in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport. 

Kuching is poised for greater growth as it continues to gain international recognition as a choice destination - with its attractive primeval rainforest, intense and beautiful sunsets, verdant mountains, interesting caves, a wide range of flora and fauna, and not forgetting the diverse ethnic communities.

Kuching's above average growth rate would prevail as it continues to gain international recognition as a tourism destination with attractive primeval rainforest, majestic mountains and caves plus its flora and fauna and not forgetting the diverse ethnic communities.
Kuching International Airport History 

The airport was built by the British Government of Sarawak in the 1940’s on the outskirt of Kuching town. It was opened for used on 26th September 1950. 

Kuching International Airport then became the gateway to Sarawak, Brunei and North Borneo (Sabah as it is called today) with the introduction of once weekly Dakota services originated from Singapore. 

Construction of the terminal complex at the north site took a center stage at the end of 1978 and was completed in July 1983. This modern terminal replaced the previous terminal, was opened on 24th August 1983. 

The millennium takes another rapid development in aviation world. As a result, the new terminal with a new face was renovated and extended replacing the old shape. The new terminal complex was opened on Monday 16th January 2006 The full work on the terminal completed in April 2006. Consisting of 9 bays (3 bay for B747 & A380 widebody aircraft), and 4 remote bays (for turboprop aircraft). Plus 3 new bays at the General Aviation Apron.

Telok Tanjor

Telok Tanjor

Small, but diverse, National Park located 37km north-east of Kuching. Bako NP covers an area of about 27sqkm and offers jungle treks, steep cliffs, rocky headlands and stretches of sandy, secluded bays.

Links: More Info on Bako National Park (Sarawak Forestry)

It is one of the smallest national parks in Sarawak, yet one of the most interesting, as it contains almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo. The Park is relatively easy to explore with a well-maintained network of nature trails - from easy forest strolls to full-day jungle treks.

It is also the place see wild life such as the proboscis monkey (the one with funny nose) and the Bornean bearded pig, Bako???s largest mammal, which can come really near to the accommodations at the Headquarter.

Getting There

From Kuching, take a taxi or Petra Jaya Bus No. 6 to Kampung Bako (Bako Village). From there it’s a 30min interesting boat ride to the headquarter.