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Kuching is a must-visit! You'll be amazed by its charm!

- Culture and history: The Borneo Cultures Museum is a great place to learn about the indigenous headhunting culture; the Sultan Palace Museum showcases the royal history and culture of Kuching; Kuching Waterfront Park has an art gallery, music fountain, and more; and Atap Street is the largest Chinatown in East Malaysia, with many temples and shops. - Natural scenery: Bako National Park has 9 hiking trails, where you can see proboscis monkeys and other wildlife, as well as mangroves and cliffs; Damai Beach has white sandy beaches and tropical rainforests; and the Orangutan Sanctuary offers orangutan feeding sessions at 9:00 and 15:00. Food recommendations - Local snacks: Kolo Mee is a noodle dish with seafood and pork offal; Sarawak dumplings have a unique flavor; and there are also pig intestine noodles and durian cakes. - Fruit feast: The local fruits are abundant, with high-quality tropical fruits such as durians, mangosteens, and rambutans, which are fresh and delicious. - Seafood feast: Kuching is located by the sea, with abundant seafood resources such as crabs, shrimps, and fish, cooked in various ways, such as steaming, braising, and grilling, with delicious flavors. Accommodation suggestions - Luxury: Hilton Kuching, Sheraton Kuching, and Riverside Majestic Hotel. - Cost-effective: Cove 55, and Puteri Wing - Riverside Majestic Hotel. Transportation guide - Public transportation: You can take a bus or taxi to the city attractions. - Charter or rental car: The attractions are scattered, so you can choose to charter or rent a car. Itinerary planning - 4-day tour - D1: Visit the Borneo Cultures Museum in the morning, stroll along Atap Street and Hai Chun Street in the afternoon, and go to the Waterfront Park to watch the sunset in the evening. - D2: Go to the Sarawak Cultural Village in the morning, and go to Damai Beach in the afternoon. - D3: Spend the whole day at Bako National Park. - D4: Go to the Orangutan Sanctuary in the morning, and prepare to return in the afternoon. Notes - Kuching has a tropical rainforest climate, warm and humid all year round, so bring suitable clothing and sunscreen and mosquito repellent. - English is widely spoken in the city, but when communicating with some locals in the suburbs, it is helpful to learn some basic Malay words and phrases. - Respect local culture and customs, and follow the rules when visiting historical sites and museums.
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Posted: Feb 5, 2025
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