INTRODUCTION

My name is Odleen Catherny . The title of my blog is Sarawak is Beautiful . The objective for this blog is I wanted to show the beauty we got here in Sarawak . In Sarawak, there are a lot of interesting places to visit . This blog is also going to show us how many races we got here in Sarawak . There are also many kinds of famous foods in Sarawak . Besides , there are also many special events happens in Sarawak . I hope that my blog will help everyone to know more about Sarawak .

Special Place in Sarawak

1. Kuching Waterfront 

Kuching Waterfront, which lines the south bank of Sarawak River, is THE place to sample the city's cosmopolitan vibes. During the daytime, it offers scenic views of the Astana, Fort Margherita and the Malay kampungs across the river; but night-time is when it really comes alive! It seems like half of the city is out meeting friends, watching a show, or just shooting the breeze. For something different, why not try jetty-hopping along the river on the local Penambang boats, and savour the different sights, sounds (and delicacies!) between the two riverbanks. 

 Astana

 

Fort Margherita

A result of a major restoration and land reclamation project, Kuching Waterfront today is the most popular meeting place in the city. Drab warehouses have been replaced with an almost 900m long esplanade, beautifully landscaped and dotted with wooden benches, food stalls, restaurants and entertainment facilities. A number of older buildings have been preserved and incorporated into the design, including the Chinese History Museum, the Sarawak Steamship Building, an open-air theatre and the Square Tower. Modern additions to the Waterfront include a restored Chinese pavilion, colourful musical fountains, and a number of modern sculptures.

2. BAKO NATIONAL PARK

        This is the panoramic view of Bako National Park at the rugged sand stone peninsula to the east of the Bako River. The forest reserve is home to many precious species of flora and fauna for example the near extinction proboscis monkeys. The park is accessible from Kuching along a 37 km road and a short ferry ride across Sungai Santubong.

3. SARAWAK CULTURAL VILLAGE 

         One of the many eco tourism destinations in Sarawak. Seven unique traditional houses, scattered over a beautiful 17-acres of natural jungle in the foothills of the famous Santubong Mountain, gives you the perfect introduction to Sarawak, its people and its cultures. It's just 40 minutes drive from Kuching, 5 minutes walk from Holiday Inn Resort Damai Beach, 5 minutes walk from Holiday Inn Resort Damai Lagoon and 10 minutes walk from Damai Golf Course.

4. LUAK BAY, MIRI 

          Set by the South China Sea, Miri offers great sites for beaches and spectacular stone formations by the seaside. The Tanjung cliff is one of the earliest weekend recreational spots frequented by the locals.

5. MULU NATIONAL PARK

           This picture shows the majestic range of Gunung Mulu in the morning light during clear weather. Lush green of virgin tropical forests are gazetted and protected as national park. Hidden underneath the forested slopes of these mountains are the remarkable limestones caves system, consists of the Sarawak Chamber which could house 40 Boeing 747, the Deer Cave and the Clearwater Cave, both of amazing features.

Races in Sarawak

   Sarawak has more than 40 ethnic groups , with their own distinct language,culture and lifestyle. Cities and larger town are populated predominantly by Malays,Melanaus,Chinese and a smaller percentage of Ibans and Bidayuhs who have migrated from their home-villages for employment reasons. Sarawak is rather distinctive from the rest of Malaysia in that there is only a small community of Indians living in the state.

Food

1. SARAWAK LAKSA

       The Sarawak Laksa is essentially vermicelli rice noodles (bee hoon), cooked in a shrimp-based broth that is made to thicken with coconut milk. This dish is served with generous amounts of crunchy bean sprouts, a few boiled prawns and garnished with shredded chicken and slivers of egg omelette. For added spice, there's the thick sambal paste that is usually served on the side. For some extra pizzazz you can squeeze some lime juice (limau kasturi) into your dish as well.

2. AYAM PANSUH 

          

       The Iban dish of Manok Pansoh (ayam Pansuh) or chicken in bamboo is a must try. Cut chicken pieces, mushrooms, lemongrass and tapioca leaves are stuffed into bamboos and cooked over an open fire. This seals in the flavour and the result is succulent and juicy tender chicken, with gravy hinting of lemongrass and bamboo.

3. IKAN TERUBUK MASIN 

      The numerous waterways provide the people with an abundance of fresh water fish like the Tilapia, which incidentally is the most widely cultivated. it's no surprise then that some of the popular Sarawakian dishes also include these 'gifts' from the sea. The salted ikan terubok is sold in markets around Sarawak.

4. DABAI

      Dabai is a seasonal fruit. The skin of the fruit is black while the flesh is yellow in colour. The seed is also yellow and diamond shaped and is also edible if you can crack it open. The Dabai is a hard fruit but when you soaked for 10-15 minutes in semi hot water with a bit of salt, it becomes soft and edible and the texture becomes like dates.

Event

 1. "BORNEO CITY CUP INVITATION TAEKWONDO CHAMPIONSHIP 2013"

                            Venue: Indoor Stadium Negeri Sarawak, Petra Jaya

                            Start Date: 24.08.2013

                            End Date: 25.08.2013

 The Borneo City Cup Invitation Teakwondo Championship is the Annual International Event Organized by Persatuan Teakwondo Negeri Sarawak (WTF). Exponents from Korea, Republic of Taiwan, Brunei, Singapore, Thailand, Veitnam, Philippine, Japan, Indonesia, India and also State & Clubs from West Malaysia, Sabah and Labuan will participant in this event."

2. The Sarawak State is celebrating the 50th years anniversary of independent in Malaysia

The Sarawak State is celebrating the 50th years anniversary of independent in Malaysia. Public are invited to join the launching ceremony for the state-wide celebration on 31 March 2013, 7:00p.m. at Stadium Perpaduan, Petra Jaya, Kuching.

3. Flag Campion 2012

Flag Campaign 2012 held at Kuching Waterfront on July 17, 2012.