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Sibu, Sarawak

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Welcome to Sibu

Sibu is a town, and the capital of Sibu District in Sibu Division, Sarawak, east Malaysia. It is located at the confluence of the Rajang and Igan Rivers, some 60 kilometers from the ocean. Sibu is the main tourist gateway to the Upper Rajang River, with its small riverine towns and its many Iban and Orang Ulu longhouses.

Tourist attractions

Among the interesting tourist destinations in Sibu are:

  • Tua Pek Kong Temple – Over 100 years old with Sibu’s landmark 7-storey pagoda.
  • Civic Centre Museum - With a display of Sibu history, and Melanau, Iban, Malay, and Chinese artifacts.
  • Jubilee Park - Located 20 minutes away from Sibu town, it is a popular spot for sight-seeing, picnics, jogging, and relaxing. It has scenic views of the town, rivers and forests.
  • Pasar Malam - Also known as "Night Market", is situated in the town center. Local traders will usually set up their mobile stores at around 7pm-11pm, items on display are general Malay and Chinese delicacies, clothing, daily necessities, handicrafts and so on.
  • Sungai Merah Heritage Walk - A landscaped park situated in a township called Sungai Merah where the earliest Foochow settlers first landed when they arrived in 1902.
  • Bukit Lima Gu Tian Park - Another landscaped park situated on Bukit Lima Road.
  • Foochow Centennial Celebration Building - Celebrates 100 years of Foochow immigration to Sibu.