Miri, Malaysia: The Most Beautiful City in East Malaysia

Here is a travel guide to Miri, Malaysia: 1. Transportation Guide • Flights: Miri is the second largest city in Sarawak, East Malaysia, also known as the Oil City. The nearest airport is Miri Airport, which can be reached by transferring from Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and other places. • Car Rental: Renting a car is a good option for traveling around Miri, as it is convenient and allows you to arrange your itinerary freely. In addition, Grab is more cost-effective than renting a car. 2. Travel Itinerary • Day 1: Arrive in Miri, check in to the hotel, and have a good rest to adapt to the environment. You can visit Miri City Fan Park, which has beautiful gardens and lakes, perfect for a leisurely stroll. • Day 2: Head to Niah National Park, take a boat across the river to visit the museum, and then walk along the forest trail to the cave to explore the cave paintings from 40,000 years ago (remember to bring a flashlight). Then head to Tusan Beach to enjoy the beautiful beach and sea breeze, and head to Miri Marina City in the evening to enjoy the stunning sunset. • Day 3: Head to Canada Hill to overlook the entire city of Miri and the magnificent scenery of the South China Sea. Then visit Lotus Hill and Hai Long Temple, and enjoy a leisurely time around the Golf Club. • Day 4: Head to Mulu National Park, which has huge caves, ancient tropical rainforests, and unique limestone pinnacles. You can challenge the world's largest cave passage and see the spectacular scene of millions of bats flying out of the Deer Cave in the evening. 3. Must-Visit Attractions • Niah National Park: Explore the cave paintings from 40,000 years ago. • Mulu National Park: It has huge caves, ancient tropical rainforests, and unique limestone pinnacles. The park offers a 5-day pass, and the ticket price for foreigners is MYR 30 per person. • Tusan Beach: You may have the chance to see the magical blue tears from September to December. • Canada Hill: A great place to overlook the magnificent scenery of Miri and the South China Sea. • Miri Marina City: A great place to watch the sunset. 4. Food Recommendations • Coconut Milk Grilled Fish: Stall No. 17 at Coco Cabana Night Market, with delicious sour and spicy sauce. • Sarawak Laksa: Hidden Gem Cafe, with a broth made from 30 spices. • Durian Cendol: Available only at the farmers' market on Saturdays, a divine combination of Musang King and coconut milk ice. 5. Accommodation Suggestions • Miri Hotel: Located in the center of Miri, Malaysia, it is a 2-star hotel with 60 rooms. The hotel is about 7.95 km from Miri Airport and offers airport transfer services. The hotel has a well-equipped fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool, allowing guests to stay healthy and relaxed. When planning your trip, it is recommended to learn about the local weather and traffic conditions in advance, and arrange your itinerary reasonably according to your interests and physical condition. Have a nice trip!