Kuching, Malaysia

In Kuching, you will be astonished by the beauty of the green environment. People here are nice, friendly and always offer warm welcome to tourists. Furthermore, traveling around Kuching is easy. There is no need to take a taxi or bus to enjoy the wonders of Kuching since most tourist attractions are located in or nearby the city. In heart of the city, there is a river separating the north and the south called the 'Sarawak River'. Riding a Sampan - a long boat - along the Sarawak River is an unforgettable experience. From the river, you can get a spectacular view of the Malay Kampungs (villages) with a gorgeous mountainous back ground. You also get to see a far distant view of the 19th century Chinese shop-houses, the Malay mosque, the square tower and the attractive Margherita Fort. In Kuching, there are old Chinese temples, Brooke era buildings with unique architecture, Waterfront Park, observation towers and museums. There is a wide range of accommodations ranging from budget hotels to luxury 5 star hotels. After a long day, you can feast yourself on local delicacies such as seafood, chicken rice, Malay Nasi Lemak and Chinese noodles.