Malaysia Kuching Serawak

Kuching, the state capital of Sarawak , is one of the most interesting cities in Southest Asia, and one of Malaysia's most rewarding travel destinations. It has everything the discerning traveler could wish for. Kuching's romantic and unlikely history features a hundred-year dynasty of White Rajahs.Most of the main attractions are close to the Waterfront and the central business and hotel district, so a walking tour is the best way to really appreciate the city, soaking up the sights, the sounds and the atmosphere. It is very easy to cover the city center on foot or in one of the small ferries, or perahu tambang, that ply across the river.The city's many attractions are backed up by excellent facilities and services. Accommodation includes international class hotels, small family run hotels, budget inns and backpacker hostels. Shoppers are spoilt for choice with modern malls, a host of traditional shophouses, and colourful street markets. The shophouses around Main Bazaar offer the best selection of arts and traditional handicrafts in the whole of Borneo, and for ecotic jungle produce and superb photo opportunities, the weekend market is in a class of its own.