World Press Photo Exhibition shows in Kuching, Sarawak for the first time

News & Features

by Patricia Hului - October 18, 2018

In 1955, a group of Dutch photographers organised an international contest to showcase their works to the world. They called it ‘World Press Photo’ and now it has become one of the most esteemed

Where to buy your beading supplies in Kuching?

Lifestyle

by Patricia Hului - October 8, 2018

Searching for beading supplies in Kuching can be a headache especially when you do not know where to start. When it comes to beading, there are so many things that crafters need and it is

Baroness Angela Burdett-Coutts and her relationship with James Brooke

Culture

by Patricia Hului - October 1, 2018

Baroness Angela Burdett-Coutts might be an unfamiliar name today, but about a hundred years ago she was the “richest heiress in England”. King Edward VII even reportedly described her as “the most remarkable woman in

3 things you need to know about the Melanau tall house

Culture

by Patricia Hului - September 26, 2018

Unlike other traditional houses in Sarawak, the Melanau tall house was built distinctively higher. However similar to longhouses of other ethnic groups such as Iban and Kayan, this Melanau traditional house can accommodate up to

3 botanical gardens you should visit in Kuching if you love plants

Travel

by Patricia Hului - September 25, 2018

Calling out all botanists and horticulturalists who are visiting Kuching city for the first time! Do not leave the city without visiting these botanical gardens: 1. DBKU Orchid Park While the hibiscus is Malaysia's official flower, Sarawak’s

Experience different sights, sounds and flavours at Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival

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by Patricia Hului - September 20, 2018

The Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival returned for its 17th installment this year to Carpenter Street, one of the oldest streets in the city. The event started from Sept 17 and will be ending on September

10 things to do in Kuching, the Cat City of Sarawak

Travel

by Patricia Hului - September 10, 2018September 13, 2018

Kuching, also known as Cat City, the capital of Malaysian state of Sarawak is a vibrant, colourful city. It is a mixture of old and new; with traces of the 150 year reign of the

30 things to do for free this What About Kuching 2018

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by Patricia Hului - September 7, 2018

What About Kuching (WAK) is back! From Sept 29 till Oct 28, Kuching will be lit up with tonnes of activities all over the city. This month-long festival is a local community effort aiming to

5 accessible mountain peaks to conquer near Kuching

Travel

by Patricia Hului - August 31, 2018August 31, 2018

For climbers living or visiting Kuching, there are five accessible mountain peaks to conquer here. Each mountain has its own charm and difficulties as well as legends and stories. But all of them offer the best

Celebrating culture and tradition at Makan Makan Sarawak: Pesta Orang Ulu

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by Patricia Hului - August 28, 2018

Sarawakians and non-Sarawakians alike came together recently to celebrate Orang Ulu culture during the 'Makan Makan Sarawak: Pesta Orang Ulu'. Held at the Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) on Aug 25, the event is part