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Telling You A Story
I have some photo to share and that will tell you, why visiting Kuching is a must.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Welcome To Kuching
List of areas in Kuching
Kuching is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak. Being the most populous city in the state of Sarawak, Kuching emerged as one of the most vibrant cities in the region and it is the largest city on the island of Borneo and the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Kuching was elevated to city status on 1 August 1988 and carries the nick name of Cat City.
Due to its vastness the city was divided into two administrative areas: namely north and south. The City of Kuching North Commission or Dewan Bandaraya Kuching Utara DBKU), in Malay, administrates the northern part and the Councils of Kuching South or Majlis Bandaraya Kuching Selatan (MBKS) the southern part.
At its establishment, DBKU started with only eight personnel on its payroll in August 1988. DBKU now (2008) has 1,007 personnel under its employment comprises; 35 full time professionals and administrative staff, 696 support staff and 276 daily paid workers.
Kuching City is populated by people of many ethnic groups; namely the Malays, Chinese, Iban, Bidayuh and Melanau each with their different cultural backgrounds making Kuching as an interesting ethnics showcase to tourists both foreign and local. Kuching City also has many parks and historical landmarks.
Kuching North City Hall area
Kuching South City Hall area
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Immigration
Every person entering Malaysia must possess a valid national Passport or internationally recognised Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. Any person not in possession of a Passport or Travel Document that is recognised by the Malaysian Government must obtain a Document in lieu of Passport. Application for the Document in lieu of Passport can be made at any Malaysian Representative Office abroad. Holders of Travel Documents like a Certificate of Identity, Laisser Passer, Titre de Voyage or a Country's Certificate of Permanent Residence must ensure that their return to the country that issued the document or the country of residence is guaranteed. The documents shall be valid, for more than six (6) months from the date of entry into Malaysia.
Visa Requirement
Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at the Malaysian Representative Office before entering the country. A visa is an endorsement in a passport or other recognised travel document of foreigner indicating that the holder has applied for permission to enter Malaysia and that permission has been granted.
Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at any Malaysian Representative Office abroad before entering the country. Visa that has been granted is not absolute guarantee that the holder will be allowed to enter Malaysia. The final decision lies with the Immigration Officer at the entry point.
Visa On Arrival Service
The Visa On Arrival (VOA) service is now available at the Kuching International Airport. The service which was introduced nationwide on September 1, 2006, was in line with Malaysia effort to encourage more tourists particularly from China and India.
The service was also introduced to cater for the anticipated tourist influx during Visit Malaysia Year 2007.
Apart from Kuching International Airport, the VOA service is also available at Kuala Lumpur Internatioal Airport, Penang International Airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Senai International Airport and Tanjung Kupang in Johor.
Application for VOA can be made at the Immigration Check Point at the Arrival Hall in KIA. At the moment there is no special counter set up to process the VOA application. However, plan is in the pipeline to set up a special counter to handle VOA service.
A Mandarin speaking translator is also available the Immigration Counter to assist Mandarin speaking tourists with the VOA application.
The processing fee for VOA at KIA is RM100 per person and at the moment payment is in cash only. No payment in foreign currency and credit card will be accepted.
The VOA application is for a single entry visa and will only be issued for social visit only. Those intending to apply for multiple entry visas should do so with their respective consulate.
The visa will only valid for 30 days and applicants must possess a confirmed return ticket as well as a valid passport. Applicant intending to apply for the VOA should not be listed on Malaysia‚“Suspect List".
VOA service is only eligible for tourist coming from Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Hong Kong, India, Myanmar (ordinary passport), Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Taiwan.
VOA is not available to tourists from the following countries unless they possess work permit issued in Singapore. The countries are Angola, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic, Cote D’lvoire, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djiboufi, Equatorial Guinea, Eritea, Ethiopia, Guinea- Bissau, Ghana, Liberia, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda and Western Sahara.
The service is strictly not available for tourists coming from Isreal, Republic of Serbia, Republic of Montenegro and Colombia.
Return Travel Ticket and Sufficient Funds
A visitor is also required to present proof of his financial ability to finance his/her stay in Malaysia together with a confirmed return ticket to another destination.
Non Prohibited Person
Any person classified under Section 8 of Immigration Act 1959/63 will not be allowed to enter Malaysia even though he/she is in possession of a valid Passport or Travel Document, Visa, travel ticket and sufficient funds.
Arrival/Departure Card (IMM.26)
A visitor is required to complete the Arrival/Departure Card (Imm.26) upon arrival at the gazette entry points. This card is obtainable at any entry point, Malaysian Representative office abroad or travel agencies.
A visitor must present his/her passport together with the duly completed arrival / departure card to the Immigration officer on duty and he/she must ensure that the passport or travel document is endorsed with the appropriate pass before leaving the immigration counter.
Visit Kuching by Flight
Domestic Flight
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KUCHING INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Kuching International Airport, located approximately 15 mile (22km) from the city center, is the main air service provider for the city as well as a base for the Royal Malaysian Air Force. The airport is now modern and pleasant. International airlines operating in Kuching includes:
SilkAir
Royal Brunei
Tiger Airways
Jetstar Airways and
Batavia Air.
When checking in, note that all flights outside Sarawak are considered "international", even if you're only going elsewhere in Malaysia
From KCH (KIA)
* Airasia: Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Labuan, Kota Kinabalu, Sibu, Bintulu, Miri, Penang, Singapore, Jakarta, and Macau.
* MASwings: Mukah, Bintulu, Sibu, Kota Kinabalu, Miri, Tanjung Manis
(Next : Where to stay in Kuching)
Kuching is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak. Being the most populous city in the state of Sarawak, Kuching emerged as one of the most vibrant cities in the region and it is the largest city on the island of Borneo and the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Kuching was elevated to city status on 1 August 1988 and carries the nick name of Cat City.
Due to its vastness the city was divided into two administrative areas: namely north and south. The City of Kuching North Commission or Dewan Bandaraya Kuching Utara DBKU), in Malay, administrates the northern part and the Councils of Kuching South or Majlis Bandaraya Kuching Selatan (MBKS) the southern part.
At its establishment, DBKU started with only eight personnel on its payroll in August 1988. DBKU now (2008) has 1,007 personnel under its employment comprises; 35 full time professionals and administrative staff, 696 support staff and 276 daily paid workers.
Kuching City is populated by people of many ethnic groups; namely the Malays, Chinese, Iban, Bidayuh and Melanau each with their different cultural backgrounds making Kuching as an interesting ethnics showcase to tourists both foreign and local. Kuching City also has many parks and historical landmarks.
Kuching North City Hall area
Kuching South City Hall area
View Larger Map
Visit Kuching
Immigration
Every person entering Malaysia must possess a valid national Passport or internationally recognised Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. Any person not in possession of a Passport or Travel Document that is recognised by the Malaysian Government must obtain a Document in lieu of Passport. Application for the Document in lieu of Passport can be made at any Malaysian Representative Office abroad. Holders of Travel Documents like a Certificate of Identity, Laisser Passer, Titre de Voyage or a Country's Certificate of Permanent Residence must ensure that their return to the country that issued the document or the country of residence is guaranteed. The documents shall be valid, for more than six (6) months from the date of entry into Malaysia.
Visa Requirement
Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at the Malaysian Representative Office before entering the country. A visa is an endorsement in a passport or other recognised travel document of foreigner indicating that the holder has applied for permission to enter Malaysia and that permission has been granted.
Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at any Malaysian Representative Office abroad before entering the country. Visa that has been granted is not absolute guarantee that the holder will be allowed to enter Malaysia. The final decision lies with the Immigration Officer at the entry point.
Visa On Arrival Service
The Visa On Arrival (VOA) service is now available at the Kuching International Airport. The service which was introduced nationwide on September 1, 2006, was in line with Malaysia effort to encourage more tourists particularly from China and India.
The service was also introduced to cater for the anticipated tourist influx during Visit Malaysia Year 2007.
Apart from Kuching International Airport, the VOA service is also available at Kuala Lumpur Internatioal Airport, Penang International Airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Senai International Airport and Tanjung Kupang in Johor.
Application for VOA can be made at the Immigration Check Point at the Arrival Hall in KIA. At the moment there is no special counter set up to process the VOA application. However, plan is in the pipeline to set up a special counter to handle VOA service.
A Mandarin speaking translator is also available the Immigration Counter to assist Mandarin speaking tourists with the VOA application.
The processing fee for VOA at KIA is RM100 per person and at the moment payment is in cash only. No payment in foreign currency and credit card will be accepted.
The VOA application is for a single entry visa and will only be issued for social visit only. Those intending to apply for multiple entry visas should do so with their respective consulate.
The visa will only valid for 30 days and applicants must possess a confirmed return ticket as well as a valid passport. Applicant intending to apply for the VOA should not be listed on Malaysia‚“Suspect List".
VOA service is only eligible for tourist coming from Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Hong Kong, India, Myanmar (ordinary passport), Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Taiwan.
VOA is not available to tourists from the following countries unless they possess work permit issued in Singapore. The countries are Angola, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic, Cote D’lvoire, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djiboufi, Equatorial Guinea, Eritea, Ethiopia, Guinea- Bissau, Ghana, Liberia, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda and Western Sahara.
The service is strictly not available for tourists coming from Isreal, Republic of Serbia, Republic of Montenegro and Colombia.
Return Travel Ticket and Sufficient Funds
A visitor is also required to present proof of his financial ability to finance his/her stay in Malaysia together with a confirmed return ticket to another destination.
Non Prohibited Person
Any person classified under Section 8 of Immigration Act 1959/63 will not be allowed to enter Malaysia even though he/she is in possession of a valid Passport or Travel Document, Visa, travel ticket and sufficient funds.
Arrival/Departure Card (IMM.26)
A visitor is required to complete the Arrival/Departure Card (Imm.26) upon arrival at the gazette entry points. This card is obtainable at any entry point, Malaysian Representative office abroad or travel agencies.
A visitor must present his/her passport together with the duly completed arrival / departure card to the Immigration officer on duty and he/she must ensure that the passport or travel document is endorsed with the appropriate pass before leaving the immigration counter.
Visit Kuching by Flight
Domestic Flight
www.malaysiaairlines.com
Click Here
www.airasia.com
Click Here
KUCHING INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Kuching International Airport, located approximately 15 mile (22km) from the city center, is the main air service provider for the city as well as a base for the Royal Malaysian Air Force. The airport is now modern and pleasant. International airlines operating in Kuching includes:
SilkAir
Royal Brunei
Tiger Airways
Jetstar Airways and
Batavia Air.
When checking in, note that all flights outside Sarawak are considered "international", even if you're only going elsewhere in Malaysia
From KCH (KIA)
* Airasia: Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Labuan, Kota Kinabalu, Sibu, Bintulu, Miri, Penang, Singapore, Jakarta, and Macau.
* MASwings: Mukah, Bintulu, Sibu, Kota Kinabalu, Miri, Tanjung Manis
(Next : Where to stay in Kuching)
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Welcome To Kuching Sarawak
Sarawak is situated on the island of Borneo, and is one of the two states that make up East Malaysia. Sarawak and Sabah are separated from West Malaysia (Peninsula Malaysia) by the South China Sea about 600 km away. With an area of 124,449.51 square km, Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia, making up some 37.5 per cent of the country's total area.
The State is bounded on the north and northwest by the South China Sea, the northeast by Sabah and Brunei Darussalam, which forms a double enclave, and the south by Kalimantan, Indonesia. Sarawak can be classified into three terrain groups:
a. the alluvial coastal plain,
b. the mountainous interior and
c. the central undulating belt.
Sarawak's highest point is Mount of Murut/Gunung Murut (2,434 m). Malaysia's longest river, the Batang Rajang, that glides through the State.
Population
The largest populated administrative district in Sarawak is the State’s capital, Kuching, with a total estimated population of 579,900 people in 2006. Samarahan is the second most populated district followed by Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Kapit, Mukah, Bintulu and Miri, while Limbang is the least populated district with an estimated 45,500 people in 2006. (Source: Facts and Figures 2006,SPU)
Sarawak is home to 28 ethnic groups; each with its own distinct language, culture and lifestyle. The Ibans form the major ethnic group on this land with about 30.1 per cent of the total population for the year 2000 census. The Chinese who generally live in the cities are the second largest group at 26.7 per cent, followed by the Bidayuh, Melanau and other native tribes of Sarawak. The Malays also constitute a large portion (23 per cent) of the population as well, mainly concentrated along the coast.
Sarawakians practise a variety of religions, including Islam, Christianity, Chinese folk religion (a fusion of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and ancestor worship), Baha'i and animism. Many converts to Christianity among the Dayak people also continue to practice traditional ceremonies, particularly with dual marriage rites and during the important harvest and ancestral festivals such as Gawai Dayak and Gawai Antu.
On the whole, Sarawak has an equatorial climate. The temperature is relatively uniform within the range of 23°C to 32°C throughout the year. During the months of March to September, the weather is generally dry and warm.
Humidity is consistently high on the lowlands ranging from 85 per cent to 95 per cent per annum. The average rainfall per year is between 3,300 mm and 4,600 mm, depending on locality, and the wettest months are from November to February.
Government
Sarawak is divided into 11 Divisions:
Kuching Division
Samarahan Division
Sri Aman Division
Betong Division
Sarikei Division
Sibu Division
Kapit Division
Mukah Division
Bintulu Division
Miri Division
Limbang Division
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