Kuching’s history and culture, from Riverside Park to Fort Margaret!

Kuching, as the capital of Sarawak, Malaysia, is a city full of tropical charm and multiculturalism. The following is a detailed guide I summarized. If it is helpful to you, remember to follow me! Attractions - Bako National Park: There are many wild monkeys, it is a good place to get close to nature, the ticket price is about 30 Malaysian ringgits. - Sarawak Cultural Village: You can experience the unique local culture. The ticket price is about RM95. - Borneo Cultural Museum: A total of five floors displaying natural history, archaeology and cultural relics. Admission fee is RM50. - Carpenter Street, Kuching: The Chinese area of ​​Kuching, where Fengshan Temple and Tua Pek Kong Temple Shoushan Pavilion are located, free of charge. - Mural Street: Colorful cat-themed murals, free of charge. - Kuching Waterfront: You can enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Sarawak River, with the golden-roofed City Hall and S-shaped steel bridge. It is free. - Sarawak Parliament Building: magnificent building, suitable for taking photos, free of charge. Food - Sarawak Laksa: Spicy noodle soup with coconut milk as the base, rice noodles, prawns, etc., about 15-20 MYR at Chong Choon Café. - Kolo-mi: Dry noodles with shallots, minced pork and barbecued pork, about RM10-15 at Hon Hin Cafe. - Manok Pansoh: Traditional Iban chicken cooked in bamboo, priced around RM20-30. - Kolo noodles: There are three types: white, red and black. The white noodles have a salty and seafood flavor, while the red noodles are sweeter. They cost about RMB 10-15. - Thousand Layer Cake: Pandan flavour is more popular, RM30 per piece. - Seafood at Top Spot Food Court: Butter prawns about RM30-50, grilled stingray about RM20-30. Things to note - Language: While English is common in urban centres, many locals speak Malay and local dialects, and learning some basic Malay vocabulary and phrases can be helpful. - Cultural customs: When visiting historical sites and religious sites, please respect local customs, dress appropriately and avoid making loud noises. - Property safety: Kuching is relatively safe, but you still need to pay attention to the safety of your personal property, keep your property safe in crowded places, and avoid going to remote places alone at night.