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Savor in their variety of traditional food fare including
their famed Kuih Lapis (layered cake) that is native to the
residents while reveling in the sunset
The Satok Weekend Market packs a punch for cooking fanatics as sellers emerge at full force selling fresh fruits, fish and
vegatables as well as their coveted wild honey.
and decide that this was the perfect place for
meditation. A breathtaking climb of 246 steps
will take you to the wide-open mouth of a
cave with a superb view of your surroundings.
You may also relax next to the Japanese pond
filled with Japanese carp and tortoises, which
in the culture, is a symbol of longevity. Perak
Tong on the other hand, is known as the Mystical Perak Cave, it even has its symbols carved
into the very rock above the cave-mouth itself,
and is essentially integrated into the crevices
and grooves of the inner structure. Even if you
aren’t Buddhist, the culture here and its scenic
backdrop is something you can’t miss.
Local Delights &
Relaxation
Tantalise your taste buds at Miri’s Pasar Malam,
a night market starring an assortment of local snacks and cakes along with their adored
grilled meat and fish. Also stop by the Malay
Kampungs along the north bank of Sarawak
River, next to the iconic Fort Margherita. Savour in their variety of traditional food fare including their famed Kuih Lapis (layered cake)
that is native to the residents while reveling in
the sunset. The Satok Weekend Market packs a
punch for cooking fanatics as sellers emerge at
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The ever bustling Sibu Central Market
Chillies for sale, Kutching Market - Sarawak, Borneo
When in Limbang, embrace the natural elements that the Merarap Hot Spring can offer
full force selling fresh fruits, fish and vegatables
as well as their coveted wild honey. Patronise
the Chinese and Malay stalls and choose from
a comprehensive range of local snacks and
delicacies. Unprecedented in other markets,
this particular one sells live animals that you
can make a pet of. The Sibu Central Market has
its share of delights as well with local Iban ladies selling exotic fruits, hand-made crafts and
Chinese sellers offering their live poultry that
would make a satisfying meal. Be a part of the
local community by taking an evening stroll
along Brighton Beach, also known as Tanjung
Lobang. As dusk approaches, watch as the radiating glow of the sunset looms over the horizon. A perfect retreat for families and those
who seek serenity, the beach displays a spectacle of the shoreline and allows you to immerse
into a meal comprising of the catch of the day.
When in Limbang, embrace the natural elements that the Merarap Hot Spring can offer.
Set in the rural area located 70 kilometres from
Lawas Town, re-energise yourself by soaking
into their pools of variable temperatures which
are sourced by the neighbouring mountains.
The rapid Trusan River lying adjacent to the hot
spring where White Water Kayaking opportunities are available will make a good fishing spot
for the adventurist.
Diving
The geographical location of Sarawak compels
many to have a dip in the waters that encompasses the island. To jumpstart your diving trip,
call on Miri-Sibuti Coral Reef National Park, a
popular haunt frequented by many divers. Descend into the water and scour through the
pristine patch reefs with an average visibility
of up to 30 metres. Apart from its dazzling bed
of corals, sink into the mysterious realm of ship
wrecks just 10 minutes away from the marina
bay jetty. An aquatic zoo at its best, Belais Reef
offers large oceanic gorgonian fans of red, orange and white whip corals as well as yellow
coral trees that don the seabed; spreading over
a massive area of 19,000 square metre. Just
arms-reach away are the delicate Angelfish, Butterfly Fish, Sea Perch, Lizardfish and the Nudibranchs. Capture the moment here on camera
as you hover alongside the Jacks, Yellow Snappers, Batfish, Cleaner Wrasse and Shrimps. Ever
wondered how it feels like to be at the edge of
a drop-off? Said to be a challenging site, the Tukau Drop-Off showcases a 20