Kuching , the capital of Sarawak has a romantic past and unlikely history. Wander the quaint town of Kuching on a half day heritage walk through bustling streets observing shops selling exotic goods and historical landmarks. Discover ornate Chinese temples, walk through narrow passageways in India Street. Get the best impression of the city meander slowly Sarawak River in a traditional sampan.
Discover Kuching, a veritable treasure trove of historical buildings and remarkable stories concentrated around the south bank of the waterfront.
At 15:00 meet the guide and wander the streets of this quaint town learning about history and traditions.
Start your walk exploring India Street, flanked by century colourful shop houses. Follow a narrow passageway and discover a hidden small Indian Mosque.
Next stop is the Old Kuching Courthouse, the first Brooke era administrative building, The Pavillion, originally used as a medical headquarter. Take a photo at the Square Tower, served as a maximum security detention centre and later a dancing hall used by the Brooke’s officers.
Take a short walk at Main Bazaar, one of the oldest streets and observe the antiques and handicrafts outlets found here.
Visit the most ornately Taoist temple, Hong San Si Temple dedicated to a child deity. Make an offering at a 175-year-old temple, Tua Pek Kong Temple a singular Chinese temple and its dominant dragon.
The history of modern Sarawak began in 1839, when the English adventurer James Brooke sailed up the Sarawak River in his schooner. Retrace this historic journey with sampan (traditional boat) ride along the same river, still bustling with charm.
Across the river enjoy 360’ panoramic views of Kuching and the historical landmarks. See the Astana, a romantic structure built by the Rajah Charles Brooke as a gift to his beloved wife, the Ranee Margeret and Fort Margherita, the ideal sentry point for the settlement. All set against a background of picturesque Malay Villages and distant mountains.
Your experience ends after the sunset. Return to your hotel or continue independently exploring Kuching.
Notes:
- Private walking tour
- The Walking tour will start at the hotel. Supplement applies for pick up & drop off for outskirts hotels
- Guide rates subject to increase during public holidays https://publicholidays.com.my/. Ask to your travel consultant
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