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Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM), Selangor

KL FRIM canopy tour

The Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) is located within a 544 hectare campus within the Bukit Lagong Forest Reserve. Apart from the purpose of research, the forest reserve is opened to public for recreation purposes. Visitors can anticipate wholesome fun and relaxation as there are plenty of activities here. The most prominent attraction here…

Tua Pek Kong Temple

Tua Pek Kong temple Kuching

The Tua Pek Kong Temple (大伯公庙) in Kuching is one of the oldest temples in Malaysia. Reputedly dating back to 1843, it was constructed in dedication to the Chinese deity Tua Pek Kong, literally meaning Grand Uncle. Here, visitors will be treated with carvings / sculptures as well as beautiful ornaments that define the Chinese…

Jong’s Crocodile Farm

Jong Crocodile Farm

Known officially as Jong’s Crocodile Farm, the farm was established in 1963 and houses well over 1000 crocodiles. It also doubles up as a zoo and holds in captivity various animals, namely monkeys, sunbears, leopard-cats, deers, snakes and hornbills. Visitors can attend the crocodiles feeding show and watch the creatures jump as they snap at…

Sibu Civic Centre Museum

Sibu Civic Centre Museum

The Sibu Civic Centre is a museum in Sibu city, Sarawak, which houses relics and displays of various indigenous people of Sarawak. The main attraction of the museum is the exhibit of white ceramics that are from between 10th and 12th century. Visitors will also be greeted by exhibits that tell the story of Chinese…

Sarawak Cultural Village

Sarawak Cultural Village

The cultural performance in Sarawak Cultural Village The Sarawak Cultural Village is a village that houses the homes of various indigenous people of Sarawak and displays the culture of these people to visitors. The main attractions of Sarawak Cultural Village are the live houses of the different indigenous tribe, each built along a trek that surrounds…

Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum

Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum

Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum (photo by: Sarawaktourism) Initially, the current building which houses the Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum was constructed as a college, known as James Brooke Malay College. In 1930, it was converted into a school for Islamic studies, called the Madrasah Melayu Sarawak Muuseum until it was the officially the Islamic Heritage Museum,…

Heroes Grave & War Memorial

The Heroes Grave, initially started as a memorial park for 21 Sarawak Rangers and Iban Trackers, is the burial place of those who gave their lives in protecting Sarawak during the Malayan Emergency. Meanwhile, the War Memorial was built on 27 Jul 1993 to commemorate the Soldiers and civilians who sacrificed in defending Sarawak during…

Fort Margherita

Fort Margherita

Fort Margherita (photo by: fidelischin) Fort Margherita, completed in 1879, was built by the then Rajah of Sarawak Charles Brooke to defend the city of Kuching from pirates. The fort is situated on a hilltop just by the Kuching River and was named after the Rajah’s wife, Ranee Margaret. The highlight of Fort Margherita is…

Labuan Marine Museum

Labuan Marine Museum

The Labuan Marine Museum was opened in 2003 and serves to preserve the marine life of Labuan. At the museum, visitors will learn about the marine biodiversity as well as the marine ecosystem of Labuan. The 2-storey building is separated into 16 galleries, which display to visitors information on Labuan marine life, different types of…

Labuan Bird Park

Labuan Bird Park

The Labuan Bird Park is a 6.9 hectares park that houses up to 580 birds. Among the more renowned ones include hornbills, which are representative of Sarawak, kingfishers, cockatoos, eagles, ostriches and sharmas, among others. At the park, visitors can take photographs of various exotic birds or simply watch them in their enclosures. The park…