Month: August 2017

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Study Visit By Danang Department Of Tourism To Kuching

Study Visit By Danang Department Of Tourism To Kuching

August 21, 2017

KUCHING, Saturday – Three officials from Danang Department of Tourism, Vietnam led by Truong Thi Hong Hanh, Deputy Director of Danang Department of Tourism were in Kuching from August 15 – 19, 2017. Accompanying the Deputy Director are Phan Minh Hai, Deputy Manager of Planning Development Division and Nguyen Duc Vu, Deputy Director of Son Tra Peninsula Management Board.

The visit is to study the ecotourism, the management of our national parks in Sarawak and the conservation in the region. Danang Tourism is planning to set-up something similar to Bako National Park.

They visited the Park earlier to learn about the preservation and maintenance. Danang Tourism was particularly impressed with the use of woods as the staircase instead of using cement. Besides that, the existence of the Parks is giving job opportunities to the local community.

They also visited the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre early of the week and were briefed by Sarawak Forestry Corporation prior to the visit.

Sarawak Tourism Board was in Kuala Lumpur for a presentation during Danang Tourism Presentation 2017 on August 9, 2017.

According to Deputy Director of Danang Department of Tourism, Truong Thi Hong Hanh, they will plan another visit to Sarawak in near future.

Danang Department of Tourism officials at Bako National Park

Danang Department of Tourism officials at Bako National Park

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Communications Unit
SARAWAK TOURISM
T: +6 082-423600  F: +6 082-416700
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MELAKA INSTA-WORTHY BAGI INSTAGRAMMERS

VISIT HISTORIC MELAKA MEANS VISIT MALAYSIA : MELAKA WORLD HERITAGE CITY UNESCO

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Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

August 18, 2017

Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

Miri is a resort city located in the northwest of Sarawak which borders the Kingdom of Brunei Darussalam and also the gateway to Sabah. While many may have not head of this resort city in Borneo, Miri is home to some amazing national parks of Sarawak.

The charm of Miri lies in the location where it is also one of the gateways to the Mulu National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors need to fly to Mulu from Miri or Kuching. Other parks in the vicinity of Miri include four national parks which are:

  • Niah National Park (1 hour drive)
  • Lambir Hills National Park (45 minutes drive)
  • Loagan Bunut National Park (2 hours drive)
  • Bukit Tiban National Park (2.5 hours drive)

Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

Inside the Niah Caves

Most visitors have heard of the Mulu Caves or the national park here due to worldwide publicity over the years.

However, the other national parks mentioned above provide amazing adventure tourism, flora and fauna, and a true Bornean rainforest experience.

Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

A beautiful sunset view from one of the many beaches at Miri

In total, Sarawak offers 30 national parks, a wonderland for nature lovers. Out of that 30, four of them are wildlife sanctuaries and 10 nature reserves. Just in the Miri area, there are a total of six national parks. More more information, visit the Sarawak Forestry website (https://www.sarawakforestry.com/htm/snp.html)

Miri, A National Park Gateway in Sarawak

Miri’s ethnic market known as ‘Tamu Khas’ or Special Market

Miri’s resort city also offers visitors a wide range of activities including scuba diving, authentic Sarawakian food, entertainment, beaches and local markets. Miri is also home to the world class Borneo International Jazz Festival which is held in the month of May and the Miri Country Music Festival held in February.

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Photos by David Hogan Jr

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Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

August 14, 2017

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

In the outskirts of Sibu in central Sarawak lies one of the interesting ethnic lodges of the Melanau tribe in Sarawak Borneo.  Called Lamin Dana, this unique lodge is located in the village of Kampung Telian, which is in the Mukah district.

Built traditionally to resemble the Melanau Tallhouse, the owners have converted this lodge into one of central Sarawak’s must-visit places. The lodge sits along the Telian River, which is in the heartland of the Melanau people.

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

The Lamin Dana Lodge, based on the Melanau traditional house

Traditional homes are build along this river which serves as the main source for everything. Staying at Lamin Dana lets you experience how the Melanau people go about their daily lives along the river.

Tours include taking a wooden boat down river, visiting Sago processing homes and seeing the river life along the way.

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

A view of the Melanau Village at Kampung Telian

 

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Traditional Melanau heritage inside Lamin Dana Lodge

 

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Life along the Telian River

While staying here, you will be introduced to the history and life of the Melanau people, explained by the lodge operators. Rooms are simple yet cozy, and very affordable.

As for cuisine, you will be treated to traditional Melanau food which includes the unique Sago worm as a delicacy. Definately an experience not to be missed for anyone who loves exploring different cultures and food.

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Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

August 14, 2017

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

In the outskirts of Sibu in central Sarawak lies one of the interesting ethnic lodges of the Melanau tribe in Sarawak Borneo.  Called Lamin Dana, this unique lodge is located in the village of Kampung Telian, which is in the Mukah district.

Built traditionally to resemble the Melanau Tallhouse, the owners have converted this lodge into one of central Sarawak’s must-visit places. The lodge sits along the Telian River, which is in the heartland of the Melanau people.

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

The Lamin Dana Lodge, based on the Melanau traditional house

Traditional homes are build along this river which serves as the main source for everything. Staying at Lamin Dana lets you experience how the Melanau people go about their daily lives along the river.

Tours include taking a wooden boat down river, visiting Sago processing homes and seeing the river life along the way.

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

A view of the Melanau Village at Kampung Telian

 

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Traditional Melanau heritage inside Lamin Dana Lodge

 

Lamin Dana, a Melanau Heritage Waiting To Be Discovered

Life along the Telian River

While staying here, you will be introduced to the history and life of the Melanau people, explained by the lodge operators. Rooms are simple yet cozy, and very affordable.

As for cuisine, you will be treated to traditional Melanau food which includes the unique Sago worm as a delicacy. Definately an experience not to be missed for anyone who loves exploring different cultures and food.

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Photos by David Hogan Jr

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