Sungai Sarawak or the Sarawak River flows along Kuching City, dividing the City into 2 parts. The main City is on the south bank of the river, while the Petra Jaya area which houses the Astana and the Stale Legislative Assembly Building is on the north bank.
The best place to enjoy the Sarawak River is to take a stroll along the Kuching Waterfront. The Waterfront which has an esplanade of 900 meters is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Many people come here for leisurely walks while taking in the sights while enjoying the gentle river breeze. The Kuching Waterfront is also the venue of the Regatta which is held yearly.
I wanted to watch the sunset over Sungai Sarawak, and so my son Jonathan and I came here during the evening a few weeks ago.
The walkway with local motifs is perfect for walking. Along the way, big tall trees provide shade.
Some of the trees are flowering, and it is a very beautiful sight indeed.
A sculpture of the crocodile guarding Sungai Sarawak.
The Darul Hana bridge spans over Sungai River. The bridge offers panoramic views of the river.
The Square Tower is one of the colonial buildings that can be found at the Kuching Waterfront. It was built in 1879 with the intention of serving as a prison but was later converted into a fortress. It now houses a restaurant.
The Floating Mosque is located along the bank of Sungai Sarawak.
Across the river is the resplendent Astana, the official dwelling place of the Governor Of Sarawak.
The State Legislative Assembly Building perched majestically, overlooking Sungai Sarawak.
The sunset cruise is very popular and the ship is packed with people.
This mural pays homage to the boatman who rows his sampan (boat) across the river every day.
The crowd is entertained by a busker rendering a song accompanied by the guitar.
These stalls sell toys, souvenirs, snacks and drinks.
You can buy batek here as well.
A metallic sculpture with water features. The red building in the background is the Chinese Temple.
Potted plants line the esplanade.
This 'Baruk" style building is situated at one end of the esplanade. A "Baruk" is the main part of a Bidayuh (one of the local tribes) longhouse.
This is Kuching, my hometown. The Kuching signage is a popular spot for taking photographs.
A boat with colors of the Malaysian flag plying Sungai Sarawak. The white building in the background is Fort Margherita.
This Bistro serves a selection of western and local food.
Kuching means cat in Malay. This artwork depicts a group of playful cats.
A replica of the samapan (boat) is on display.
A Chinese pavilion
I have always loved sunsets and I think that sunsets are almost magical. Taking a stroll along Sarawak River at sunset is a simple pleasure of life which I cherished.
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wow photography the scenery is very beautiful and creative this is an amazing place because there are so many unique and creative things...
thank you for sharing..
This is a great place for leisurely walks and enjoying the scenery.
yes, it's really suitable for tourists and people who have been bored at home for a long time because a place like that is perfect for getting rid of boredom..
thank you for your support and kind comments..
Very true, you can come here to enjoy the scenery and relax. Thank you for dropping by. Have a nice day.
The scenery is very beautiful, I should want to go for a walk to relieve stress.
You will definitely be less stressful if you come here for a walk. That is why it is very popular place for walking and people watching.
Wow! amazing place to visit. There're tons of things to enjoy. Even the structure is magnificient art. If ever i had a chance i'll visit that place. Thank you for sharing it on us.
I hope that you can come and visit and enjoy the wonderful views. Thank you for dropping by.
What an amazing place to walk so much to see both natural and man made beauty
Thanks for joining Wednesday Walk :), I truly enjoy exploring the world virtually each Wednesday seeing walks from all around the globe and feeling I am there and experiencing it all myself, such as I did in your post just now :)
The waterfront is a good place for taking walks. It becomes even more magical during sunset. Thank you so much for your support.
My pleasure to visit and I do agree sunrise or sunsets by the water is the special times
Now that we can't travel, it's wonderful to visit these places virtually.
Exactly how I feel
Great you are joining in @positivesteem 😊👋🏻
Lovely walk you are showing us.
So much to see and take in. Beautiful 😁
@littlebee thanks to you, I get to know about this community. I really enjoyed my walk especially during sunset. Hope you have a nice day.
Great to hear @positivesteem 🥳
Yes, I have. Enjoy yours too…
Looking forward to more posts from you 😎
With the pandemic, it is difficult to travel. It is great to know about all these places this community.
Yes, you are right. The pandemic changed it all.
Have not visited family for 2 years now as living abroad. But soon next month we try.
I do hope that you can visit your family soon.
Thank you kindly 😊
We are carefully planning something next month 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻
Nice post for a great community. Sorry to hear about your back.
Thank you so much @owasco
My back is getting better
It's a beautiful area. Many beautiful things and interesting activities along the river. I guess taking a boat trip along the river is a great experience.
You can take a sunset cruise. A lot of tourists do that.
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Thank you so much.
Nice work. I have been in kuching about 10 years ago. It brings back good memories.
Ten years ago there were no bridge and floating mosque there yet. Thank you for stopping by.
That's true, we had to take the boat to the other side. I remember there was a night market with delicious food.
The market is still there.
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Thank you for dropping by
U undeniably beautiful city.
Cheers
Thank you so much. I enjoyed my walk because the scenery is so beautiful.
Wow! We are one island! I live in East Borneo, to be precise in Bontang City.
It turns out that the island of Borneo is so beautiful, I wish I could go to Sarawak.
Thank you for sharing an interesting experience. 🤗🙏
Our borders are open from 1April and so you can come then. Is Bontang City in Kalimantan?
Oh thanks for the information.
Yes, Bontang City is in Kalimantan. Precisely in East Kalimantan
WOW! Amazing photos taken by you. I love that tree, that building that boat and so many other things.
Thanks for sharing!
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This place has beautiful and interesting things to see. Thanks for dropping by.
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Beautiful place… and great post. Thanks for sharing
I enjoyed walking here very much because the place is so beautiful. Thank you for dropping by.
Thanks for sharing this amazing view.
You are most welcome. Thank you for dropping by. Have a great day.
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Woww, what a beautiful place to visit to. Thanks a ton for sharing! 😊🙏
Yes, it is indeed a very beautiful place to visit. Thank you for visting.