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Sightseeing

Tasik Biru

25KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Resting on the calm waters of Tasik Biru, Roxy Tasik Biru Floating Chalets is perfect for holidays and getaways! Recharge and relax - Imagine waking up to this peaceful and stunning view during your stay. There are also exciting activities like cycling on water or boat rides for you to enjoy.

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Tasik Biru

6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

25KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Resting on the calm waters of Tasik Biru, Roxy Tasik Biru Floating Chalets is perfect for holidays and getaways! Recharge and relax - Imagine waking up to this peaceful and stunning view during your stay. There are also exciting activities like cycling on water or boat rides for you to enjoy.

Granja de cocodrilos y zoológico de Jong

20KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Situated at 18 Miles (29km) Kuching/ Serian Highway, a 20 minute leisure drive from Kuching Town, the capital of Sarawak, Land of Hornbills, boasts one of the largest and the only crocodile breeding farm in the country. Set amidst the charming backdrop of tall tropical trees, lush vegetation and local fruit trees lies this unique farm with over a thousand crocodiles bred in captivity. The farm provides a perfect sanctuary for the reptiles, saving the species from extinction. There are huge and deep concrete ponds and natural breeding grounds for the crocodiles to mate and multiply. Visitors are able to gaze at the snapping jaws, cold menacing eyes, sharp pointed teeth and powerful lashing tails of the crocs within short distance yet safe because of the metal fence. Apart from crocodiles there are also numerous rare species of birds and animals found only in the Borneo Island. There are also monkeys, leopard-cats, sunbears, bearcats, pheasants, civets, barking deers, sambar deers, turtles, fruit bats, monitor lizards, pythons and even hornbills.

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Granja de cocodrilos y zoológico de Jong

Jalan Kuching - Serian

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20KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Situated at 18 Miles (29km) Kuching/ Serian Highway, a 20 minute leisure drive from Kuching Town, the capital of Sarawak, Land of Hornbills, boasts one of the largest and the only crocodile breeding farm in the country. Set amidst the charming backdrop of tall tropical trees, lush vegetation and local fruit trees lies this unique farm with over a thousand crocodiles bred in captivity. The farm provides a perfect sanctuary for the reptiles, saving the species from extinction. There are huge and deep concrete ponds and natural breeding grounds for the crocodiles to mate and multiply. Visitors are able to gaze at the snapping jaws, cold menacing eyes, sharp pointed teeth and powerful lashing tails of the crocs within short distance yet safe because of the metal fence. Apart from crocodiles there are also numerous rare species of birds and animals found only in the Borneo Island. There are also monkeys, leopard-cats, sunbears, bearcats, pheasants, civets, barking deers, sambar deers, turtles, fruit bats, monitor lizards, pythons and even hornbills.

Annah Rais Hotsprings

49KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove A hot spring kept secret for 250 years by early settlers in Annah Rais longhouse is open to the public. The early settlers regarded it as a holy place to seek blessings and cures for sickness. Annah Rais Hot Spring is a natural feature caused by underground water being heated by geothermal forces and brought to the surface, where it empties its hot water into Sungai Semadang, more commonly known as Sungai Sarawak Kiri. Both hot spring and cool river can be enjoyed at an entrance fee of RM5 per head. I turned up at this site one bright Sunday afternoon around 3pm. While I was descending the steps, a scenic river with lush bamboo groves growing on both banks came into view. Small fishes swam in the pristine clear water, and tiny bubbles of gas were intermittently released from the pebbly riverbed. Two pools – one bigger than the other – are located on the other side of the river. The poolside is fashioned from cement made to look like granite slabs. The pools collecting hot water diffusing from underground were constructed on Jan 12 this year, according to the inscription on one of them. Hot spring in a river FEATURES JUST - SEPTEMBER 4, 2011 KUCHING: A hot spring kept secret for 250 years by early settlers in Annah Rais longhouse is open to the public. The early settlers regarded it as a holy place to seek blessings and cures for sickness. Annah Rais Hot Spring is a natural feature caused by underground water being heated by geothermal forces and brought to the surface, where it empties its hot water into Sungai Semadang, more commonly known as Sungai Sarawak Kiri. Both hot spring and cool river can be enjoyed at an entrance fee of RM5 per head. I turned up at this site one bright Sunday afternoon around 3pm. While I was descending the steps, a scenic river with lush bamboo groves growing on both banks came into view. Small fishes swam in the pristine clear water, and tiny bubbles of gas were intermittently released from the pebbly riverbed. Two pools – one bigger than the other – are located on the other side of the river. The poolside is fashioned from cement made to look like granite slabs. The pools collecting hot water diffusing from underground were constructed on Jan 12 this year, according to the inscription on one of them. Visitors were seen sitting around the bigger pool, dangling their legs in Nature’s hot tub. They were mostly locals though a few foreign tourists from Kampung Annah Rais homestay had found their way here. The proximity of the hot spring to the river allows visitors to gravitate between soaking in hot and cold water. Alternate dunking in hot and cold water is believed to dilate and constrict blood vessels in turn, stimulating an otherwise sluggish circulation. For instance, a swollen injured ankle alternately dipped in bearably hot and icy cold water, as per doctor’s recommendation, has been known to be efficacious in reducing the swelling if all else has failed. Since ancient times, soaking in a hot mineral spring has been a form of hydrotherapy to treat disease, injuries and improve health. Doctors acknowledge the therapeutic benefits of moist heat. Soaking in hot water can speed up healing and relieve pain caused by some types of arthritis and short-term injuries. A warm soak relaxes muscles, soothing the body and reduces stress. It’s good for arthritis, psoriasis and insomnia. A regular visitor at Annah Rais hot spring said the hot water had softened the hardened fat located below the back of his neck. A woman claimed it was effective in relieving her muscle spasms and a young man said it helped him de-stress. According to health experts, pregnant women and people with diabetes, high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease should not soak in hot water in case it provokes health problems for them. And to avoid infection by protozoa that inhabit some hot springs, avoid being submerged so the water does not go up the nose. Temperatures can be as high as 70C in hot springs and some may reach boiling point. Immersion in extremely hot water can prove fatal very quickly. Therefore, a little dilution with cooler surface water may be needed. The water in the Annah Rais hot tub felt too hot that day so the channels were cleared of debris by one of the visitors while another poured cold water from the river into the bigger pool to bring down its temperature. This enabled all of us to soak in the still steaming water. To cool off, we sat on the pebbly riverbed, and felt the warm sand heated by the hot spring below. We could feel tiny jets of hot water moving upwards before having their heat dispersed by cold currents in the river. A few outdoor showers and changing rooms complete the basic facilities at the site. To get there, drive from the 10th Mile Old Penrissen Road – also known as Jalan Puncak Borneo – to Annah Rais longhouse where you cross a Bailey bridge, then a one-km stretch of gravel road before coming to another Bailey bridge. Cross it and look out on the right for a wooden building with a signboard saying, ‘Welcome to Annah Rais Hot Spring’.

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Annah Rais Hotsprings

11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

49KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove A hot spring kept secret for 250 years by early settlers in Annah Rais longhouse is open to the public. The early settlers regarded it as a holy place to seek blessings and cures for sickness. Annah Rais Hot Spring is a natural feature caused by underground water being heated by geothermal forces and brought to the surface, where it empties its hot water into Sungai Semadang, more commonly known as Sungai Sarawak Kiri. Both hot spring and cool river can be enjoyed at an entrance fee of RM5 per head. I turned up at this site one bright Sunday afternoon around 3pm. While I was descending the steps, a scenic river with lush bamboo groves growing on both banks came into view. Small fishes swam in the pristine clear water, and tiny bubbles of gas were intermittently released from the pebbly riverbed. Two pools – one bigger than the other – are located on the other side of the river. The poolside is fashioned from cement made to look like granite slabs. The pools collecting hot water diffusing from underground were constructed on Jan 12 this year, according to the inscription on one of them. Hot spring in a river FEATURES JUST - SEPTEMBER 4, 2011 KUCHING: A hot spring kept secret for 250 years by early settlers in Annah Rais longhouse is open to the public. The early settlers regarded it as a holy place to seek blessings and cures for sickness. Annah Rais Hot Spring is a natural feature caused by underground water being heated by geothermal forces and brought to the surface, where it empties its hot water into Sungai Semadang, more commonly known as Sungai Sarawak Kiri. Both hot spring and cool river can be enjoyed at an entrance fee of RM5 per head. I turned up at this site one bright Sunday afternoon around 3pm. While I was descending the steps, a scenic river with lush bamboo groves growing on both banks came into view. Small fishes swam in the pristine clear water, and tiny bubbles of gas were intermittently released from the pebbly riverbed. Two pools – one bigger than the other – are located on the other side of the river. The poolside is fashioned from cement made to look like granite slabs. The pools collecting hot water diffusing from underground were constructed on Jan 12 this year, according to the inscription on one of them. Visitors were seen sitting around the bigger pool, dangling their legs in Nature’s hot tub. They were mostly locals though a few foreign tourists from Kampung Annah Rais homestay had found their way here. The proximity of the hot spring to the river allows visitors to gravitate between soaking in hot and cold water. Alternate dunking in hot and cold water is believed to dilate and constrict blood vessels in turn, stimulating an otherwise sluggish circulation. For instance, a swollen injured ankle alternately dipped in bearably hot and icy cold water, as per doctor’s recommendation, has been known to be efficacious in reducing the swelling if all else has failed. Since ancient times, soaking in a hot mineral spring has been a form of hydrotherapy to treat disease, injuries and improve health. Doctors acknowledge the therapeutic benefits of moist heat. Soaking in hot water can speed up healing and relieve pain caused by some types of arthritis and short-term injuries. A warm soak relaxes muscles, soothing the body and reduces stress. It’s good for arthritis, psoriasis and insomnia. A regular visitor at Annah Rais hot spring said the hot water had softened the hardened fat located below the back of his neck. A woman claimed it was effective in relieving her muscle spasms and a young man said it helped him de-stress. According to health experts, pregnant women and people with diabetes, high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease should not soak in hot water in case it provokes health problems for them. And to avoid infection by protozoa that inhabit some hot springs, avoid being submerged so the water does not go up the nose. Temperatures can be as high as 70C in hot springs and some may reach boiling point. Immersion in extremely hot water can prove fatal very quickly. Therefore, a little dilution with cooler surface water may be needed. The water in the Annah Rais hot tub felt too hot that day so the channels were cleared of debris by one of the visitors while another poured cold water from the river into the bigger pool to bring down its temperature. This enabled all of us to soak in the still steaming water. To cool off, we sat on the pebbly riverbed, and felt the warm sand heated by the hot spring below. We could feel tiny jets of hot water moving upwards before having their heat dispersed by cold currents in the river. A few outdoor showers and changing rooms complete the basic facilities at the site. To get there, drive from the 10th Mile Old Penrissen Road – also known as Jalan Puncak Borneo – to Annah Rais longhouse where you cross a Bailey bridge, then a one-km stretch of gravel road before coming to another Bailey bridge. Cross it and look out on the right for a wooden building with a signboard saying, ‘Welcome to Annah Rais Hot Spring’.

Borneo Highlands Resort

55KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Borneo Highlands is one of the famous attractions in Kuching, Sarawak, in East Malaysia. It is located about 60km away from the Kuching city. It stands on the Sarawak - Kalimantan border, about 1000 meters above the sea level. It is bordered amongst the tropical rainforests. Borneo Highlands is a unique hill resort which possesses an eco friendly side. This is the best place in Kuching for people who want a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the lifestyle in city. There, you can loosen yourself while breathing the fresh air with cool breeze blowing. Besides, get ready to be mesmerized by the spectacular scenery and enjoy the cool temperature of around 18 to 28 degree Celsius. There is an 18 holes gold course in there, cafes and spas. Bidayuh Spa offers all kinds of massages and spa treatments where you can just lay back and relax. The popular in - house restaurant in Borneo Highlands with the name of Annah Rais Cafe caters wide range delicious cuisines with organic ingredients There is one interesting twist to it where you can actually pick your own ingredients in their Organic Farm for the chef to prepare your very own special dishes. One of the amazing attractions of Borneo Highland is a spot called the Kalimantan Lookout Point. There, you can have a bird's eye view of Kalimantan. Apart from the attractions mentioned, there are more attractions there such as Flower Garden, Rabbit Park, Horticulture Nursery, Organic Farm, Simangas Waterfalls and Chinese Tea House. There are a lot of activities offered by Borneo Highlands including mountain biking, massage classes, jungle trekking, night walking, longhouse visit, bird watching and etc. Transport In Kuching, drive to 10th Mile Padawan area and go to Semmengoh Wildlife Centre. Then, drive to Kampung Benuk and turn in to Jalan Borneo Heights right before the Kampung Benok junction. You will reach the foothill after Aman 5 Bridge. From the foothill, Borneo Highlands will send you uphill with their own transport.

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Borneo Highlands Resort

Lorong Kota Padawan 10a

7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

55KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Borneo Highlands is one of the famous attractions in Kuching, Sarawak, in East Malaysia. It is located about 60km away from the Kuching city. It stands on the Sarawak - Kalimantan border, about 1000 meters above the sea level. It is bordered amongst the tropical rainforests. Borneo Highlands is a unique hill resort which possesses an eco friendly side. This is the best place in Kuching for people who want a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the lifestyle in city. There, you can loosen yourself while breathing the fresh air with cool breeze blowing. Besides, get ready to be mesmerized by the spectacular scenery and enjoy the cool temperature of around 18 to 28 degree Celsius. There is an 18 holes gold course in there, cafes and spas. Bidayuh Spa offers all kinds of massages and spa treatments where you can just lay back and relax. The popular in - house restaurant in Borneo Highlands with the name of Annah Rais Cafe caters wide range delicious cuisines with organic ingredients There is one interesting twist to it where you can actually pick your own ingredients in their Organic Farm for the chef to prepare your very own special dishes. One of the amazing attractions of Borneo Highland is a spot called the Kalimantan Lookout Point. There, you can have a bird's eye view of Kalimantan. Apart from the attractions mentioned, there are more attractions there such as Flower Garden, Rabbit Park, Horticulture Nursery, Organic Farm, Simangas Waterfalls and Chinese Tea House. There are a lot of activities offered by Borneo Highlands including mountain biking, massage classes, jungle trekking, night walking, longhouse visit, bird watching and etc. Transport In Kuching, drive to 10th Mile Padawan area and go to Semmengoh Wildlife Centre. Then, drive to Kampung Benuk and turn in to Jalan Borneo Heights right before the Kampung Benok junction. You will reach the foothill after Aman 5 Bridge. From the foothill, Borneo Highlands will send you uphill with their own transport.

KLB Garden

89KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Opened in 2018, KLB Garden is a new retreat destination in Sarawak where both local and foreign visitors from bustling cities can truly experience and feel the peaceful nature of Borneo while admiring the exotic flora and fauna. Furthermore, KLB garden also provides an educational platform where schools can organize educational camps for teachers to exchange ideas and students to learn hands on. It is also an ideal place for families to bond and spend quality time together whereas government officials can arrange their meetings in the conference rooms available in this garden.

KLB Garden

89KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Opened in 2018, KLB Garden is a new retreat destination in Sarawak where both local and foreign visitors from bustling cities can truly experience and feel the peaceful nature of Borneo while admiring the exotic flora and fauna. Furthermore, KLB garden also provides an educational platform where schools can organize educational camps for teachers to exchange ideas and students to learn hands on. It is also an ideal place for families to bond and spend quality time together whereas government officials can arrange their meetings in the conference rooms available in this garden.

Cuevas de las Hadas

33KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Fairy Cave (also known as Gua Pari) is an impressive show cave near the former gold mining settlement of Bau and about 40km from Kuching, Sarawak. It is just a few minutes drive from another show cave, Wind Cave, and most tourists would combine both on a half-day trip from Kuching. Access to the cave is via a four storey concrete staircase which brings you to the cave entrance. You pass through a dim, narrow passage and up some steep wooden steps. It is fairly dark but you can manage without a torch, unlike Wind Cave where a torch is essential. Some might find this part rather claustrophobic but bear with it as the passage soon emerges into a massive cave with a huge opening which allows the light to flood in. The cave is criss-crossed with concrete footpaths and steps and it is best to stick to the paths for safety and to avoid damaging the fragile eco-system. The combination of light, water and thin, guano-enriched soil allows plants to survive here, mostly ferns.

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Cuevas de las Hadas

10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

33KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Fairy Cave (also known as Gua Pari) is an impressive show cave near the former gold mining settlement of Bau and about 40km from Kuching, Sarawak. It is just a few minutes drive from another show cave, Wind Cave, and most tourists would combine both on a half-day trip from Kuching. Access to the cave is via a four storey concrete staircase which brings you to the cave entrance. You pass through a dim, narrow passage and up some steep wooden steps. It is fairly dark but you can manage without a torch, unlike Wind Cave where a torch is essential. Some might find this part rather claustrophobic but bear with it as the passage soon emerges into a massive cave with a huge opening which allows the light to flood in. The cave is criss-crossed with concrete footpaths and steps and it is best to stick to the paths for safety and to avoid damaging the fragile eco-system. The combination of light, water and thin, guano-enriched soil allows plants to survive here, mostly ferns.

Catholic Memorial Pilgrimage Center, Mt. Singai

26KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove THE mountain has been a source of clean water for drinking, bathing and washing among villagers in the lowlands not just in the past but probably today as well. The lofty area is also believed to be a habitat for at least 30 species of amphibians and 19 species of reptiles, of which 14 are endemic to Borneo. At least 20 species of birds, 22 species of mammals, 86 species of butterflies and 1,178 species of plants are said to belong to some 69 families in the vicinity. Moreover, there are about 150 groups of under-storey plants found within the mountain which can be used for landscaping, medicinal purposes, timber and handicrafts. Located between Bau and Matang, Mount Singai was the abode of the Bisingai for more than 400 years before the villagers moved down to the lowlands in the early 1970’s. Legend has it that the Bidayuh Singai settlers at Mount Singai in the early 1800’s were from Kalimantan. They left because of frequent attacks by their enemies, and were looking for a place to start a new settlement. Their choice was Mount Singai where they established their villages about a quarter-way up the mountain for better protection. The steep slope provided an impregnable buffer against attacks. In the early days, the villages — Daun, Moti, Puot, Sajong, Saga, Somu, Sudoh and Tuben — were situated close to each other, yet separately administered under a village chief. The overall leader was the Orang Kaya Pemanca, locally referred to as Raja, a ruler of great power and influence. The people practised paganism where Gawai Adat was then the Bisingai’s religion. It was based on the worship of the ancestral spirit called Ieng Sumuk Ieng Babai. The people also believed in supreme beings and had some faint idea of God. Along the pathways and in their farms, they were said to have planted fruit trees and cash crops, resulting in a mosaic of secondary forests and gardens while the forests higher up in the mountain were left untouched till now. Mount Singai with its unique flat summit is, indeed, an iconic landmark gracing the skyline. Today, the Bidayuhs from Mount Singai have moved down and resettled in villages called Sagah, Bobak Tengah, Browing, Daun, Sinibung, Tanjong Bowang, Tanjong Poting, Atas, Sudoh, Apar. There have been repeated calls by the Bisingai for the mountain to be protected in order to preserve the social system, cultures and traditions of the community. A lot of folklore, arts and crafts — basket, mats, traps and the like — need to be conserved and only by safeguarding nature at Mount Singai can these cultural treasures of the Bidayuhs be perpetuated. Together with my family, I recently made a day trip to Bau to ascend Mount Singai and see for myself the surrounding natural habitants and the flora and fauna. For me, the forests in the area truly present an excellent opportunity for biodiversity and forest succession studies. Along the belian plankwalk and stairway on the way up, we could see lots of large bamboo plants, tapang trees, palm (Arenga Sp) or ‘njuok’ in Bidayuh, ferns, wild flowers and fruit trees, especially durian and langsat, among others. While taking a short break at one of the stations, I imagined what could possibly be around the entire mountain far beyond the Singai area. Perhaps, the forests are still rich in resources like the numerous ancient tapang trees and other huge hardwoods, fruit trees, bamboo for home flooring and walls and rattan for baskets and mats. I also believe there are many more ‘njuok’ palms which produce a juice call ‘tuak njuok,’ normally consumed by men while socialising. Checking out the area undoubtedly gives one greater insight into the history of Mount Singai — the cultures, the original settlements and the places connected with rites and rituals practised by the Bisingai centuries ago. According to the Association of Research and Development Movement of Singai Sarawak (Redeems), the Mount Singai Study has been instituted and conducted by professors and students from Unimas and UiTM to collect data on the flora and fauna in the mountains of the typical Bidayuh areas. Among the interesting discoveries is probably the smallest frog in the world on Mount Singai. The comprehensive research was carried out in 2013 following a multi-disciplinary expedition, encompassing the entire Singai area, in 2010 by researchers from different institutions and agencies, including those from overseas. The research, according to Redeems, covered the overall environment — physical, biodiversity, culture and religion of Singai area. The goal was to conserve these components as well as incorporate them into eco-tourism products. Located just halfway up the mountain is a Catholic Memorial and Pilgrimage Centre (CMPC), which was blessed in November 1999. There used to be a small Catholic Chapel at the site for Bisingai Christian converts in 1885. The CMPC area is quite interesting in itself, having a dinning-cum-community hall, hostel, chalets, public toilets, washrooms, generator-cum-storeroom, a retreat, flowing water from pipes and 24-hour electricity. A new church in the shape of a Baruk, the Bidayuh ceremonial house, has also been built up there with a maximum seating capacity of 300. There are also the Grotto of Our Lady, a caretaker’s house-cum-gift shop, stainless steel sculptures of the Risen Christ at the Centre and a car park at the foot of the mountain. Other facilities include a mini amphitheatre for about 1,200 people. The MPC has a dual purpose — serving as a permanent commemorative venue for the ancestors of the Bidayuhs and the first missionaries, and as a pilgrimage centre for Christians. What is most impressive is that the entire CMPC area is well-maintained and clean with buildings resembling country resort chalets — enticing enough for a visit. Except for leaves shed by the surrounding trees, there is hardly any garbage up and down the mountain. Access is by foot only, starting from the bottom of the mountain. It takes 30 to 40 minutes for a normal healthy person to reach the summit. The trail is quite steep in some parts, giving healthy climbers a moderate heart rate but it is a nice walk up overall. People normally make the pilgrimage on Sunday but we ascended the trail on Saturday and it was quieter. It took us 45 minutes from the foothill to the CMPC. Coming down was quick and easy. But whoever wants to hike to the summit must seriously consider bringing adequate water as perspiration can be quite profuse. Fourteen sculptures are found along the way to the CMPC, each about 15 to 25 metres apart and with a brief history of the Passion and the Lord Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for mankind on the Cross. While walking up the trail, we could hear birds singing among the trees. The tailor bird was the noisiest. In the past, the shrill call of this bird would deter the pagan people from venturing into the jungles or embarking on a journey. It was considered a bad omen. Nowadays, it’s the CMPC that adds to the attractions of Mount Singai aside from nature. The centre provides a haven for prayers and recollections among Christians, especially devoted Catholics. It is also an Ecumenical Centre for the Archdiocese of Kuching and the whole of Sarawak. As a Catholic setup under St Stephen’s Parish Bau, priority to use the centre is given to Catholics but other Christian denominations of the Association of Churches of Sarawak are welcomed to use the place when it is available on the condition they respect the Catholic tradition. The St Stephen’s Parish Council organises a pilgrimage to the Centre on the first Sunday of each month except Palm Sunday, and on the Feast of Christ the King when Mass will follow the Feast Day. Today, the CMPC has become a popular weekend destination for urban dwellers, especially from Kuching, as well as a tourist attraction.

Catholic Memorial Pilgrimage Center, Mt. Singai

26KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove THE mountain has been a source of clean water for drinking, bathing and washing among villagers in the lowlands not just in the past but probably today as well. The lofty area is also believed to be a habitat for at least 30 species of amphibians and 19 species of reptiles, of which 14 are endemic to Borneo. At least 20 species of birds, 22 species of mammals, 86 species of butterflies and 1,178 species of plants are said to belong to some 69 families in the vicinity. Moreover, there are about 150 groups of under-storey plants found within the mountain which can be used for landscaping, medicinal purposes, timber and handicrafts. Located between Bau and Matang, Mount Singai was the abode of the Bisingai for more than 400 years before the villagers moved down to the lowlands in the early 1970’s. Legend has it that the Bidayuh Singai settlers at Mount Singai in the early 1800’s were from Kalimantan. They left because of frequent attacks by their enemies, and were looking for a place to start a new settlement. Their choice was Mount Singai where they established their villages about a quarter-way up the mountain for better protection. The steep slope provided an impregnable buffer against attacks. In the early days, the villages — Daun, Moti, Puot, Sajong, Saga, Somu, Sudoh and Tuben — were situated close to each other, yet separately administered under a village chief. The overall leader was the Orang Kaya Pemanca, locally referred to as Raja, a ruler of great power and influence. The people practised paganism where Gawai Adat was then the Bisingai’s religion. It was based on the worship of the ancestral spirit called Ieng Sumuk Ieng Babai. The people also believed in supreme beings and had some faint idea of God. Along the pathways and in their farms, they were said to have planted fruit trees and cash crops, resulting in a mosaic of secondary forests and gardens while the forests higher up in the mountain were left untouched till now. Mount Singai with its unique flat summit is, indeed, an iconic landmark gracing the skyline. Today, the Bidayuhs from Mount Singai have moved down and resettled in villages called Sagah, Bobak Tengah, Browing, Daun, Sinibung, Tanjong Bowang, Tanjong Poting, Atas, Sudoh, Apar. There have been repeated calls by the Bisingai for the mountain to be protected in order to preserve the social system, cultures and traditions of the community. A lot of folklore, arts and crafts — basket, mats, traps and the like — need to be conserved and only by safeguarding nature at Mount Singai can these cultural treasures of the Bidayuhs be perpetuated. Together with my family, I recently made a day trip to Bau to ascend Mount Singai and see for myself the surrounding natural habitants and the flora and fauna. For me, the forests in the area truly present an excellent opportunity for biodiversity and forest succession studies. Along the belian plankwalk and stairway on the way up, we could see lots of large bamboo plants, tapang trees, palm (Arenga Sp) or ‘njuok’ in Bidayuh, ferns, wild flowers and fruit trees, especially durian and langsat, among others. While taking a short break at one of the stations, I imagined what could possibly be around the entire mountain far beyond the Singai area. Perhaps, the forests are still rich in resources like the numerous ancient tapang trees and other huge hardwoods, fruit trees, bamboo for home flooring and walls and rattan for baskets and mats. I also believe there are many more ‘njuok’ palms which produce a juice call ‘tuak njuok,’ normally consumed by men while socialising. Checking out the area undoubtedly gives one greater insight into the history of Mount Singai — the cultures, the original settlements and the places connected with rites and rituals practised by the Bisingai centuries ago. According to the Association of Research and Development Movement of Singai Sarawak (Redeems), the Mount Singai Study has been instituted and conducted by professors and students from Unimas and UiTM to collect data on the flora and fauna in the mountains of the typical Bidayuh areas. Among the interesting discoveries is probably the smallest frog in the world on Mount Singai. The comprehensive research was carried out in 2013 following a multi-disciplinary expedition, encompassing the entire Singai area, in 2010 by researchers from different institutions and agencies, including those from overseas. The research, according to Redeems, covered the overall environment — physical, biodiversity, culture and religion of Singai area. The goal was to conserve these components as well as incorporate them into eco-tourism products. Located just halfway up the mountain is a Catholic Memorial and Pilgrimage Centre (CMPC), which was blessed in November 1999. There used to be a small Catholic Chapel at the site for Bisingai Christian converts in 1885. The CMPC area is quite interesting in itself, having a dinning-cum-community hall, hostel, chalets, public toilets, washrooms, generator-cum-storeroom, a retreat, flowing water from pipes and 24-hour electricity. A new church in the shape of a Baruk, the Bidayuh ceremonial house, has also been built up there with a maximum seating capacity of 300. There are also the Grotto of Our Lady, a caretaker’s house-cum-gift shop, stainless steel sculptures of the Risen Christ at the Centre and a car park at the foot of the mountain. Other facilities include a mini amphitheatre for about 1,200 people. The MPC has a dual purpose — serving as a permanent commemorative venue for the ancestors of the Bidayuhs and the first missionaries, and as a pilgrimage centre for Christians. What is most impressive is that the entire CMPC area is well-maintained and clean with buildings resembling country resort chalets — enticing enough for a visit. Except for leaves shed by the surrounding trees, there is hardly any garbage up and down the mountain. Access is by foot only, starting from the bottom of the mountain. It takes 30 to 40 minutes for a normal healthy person to reach the summit. The trail is quite steep in some parts, giving healthy climbers a moderate heart rate but it is a nice walk up overall. People normally make the pilgrimage on Sunday but we ascended the trail on Saturday and it was quieter. It took us 45 minutes from the foothill to the CMPC. Coming down was quick and easy. But whoever wants to hike to the summit must seriously consider bringing adequate water as perspiration can be quite profuse. Fourteen sculptures are found along the way to the CMPC, each about 15 to 25 metres apart and with a brief history of the Passion and the Lord Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for mankind on the Cross. While walking up the trail, we could hear birds singing among the trees. The tailor bird was the noisiest. In the past, the shrill call of this bird would deter the pagan people from venturing into the jungles or embarking on a journey. It was considered a bad omen. Nowadays, it’s the CMPC that adds to the attractions of Mount Singai aside from nature. The centre provides a haven for prayers and recollections among Christians, especially devoted Catholics. It is also an Ecumenical Centre for the Archdiocese of Kuching and the whole of Sarawak. As a Catholic setup under St Stephen’s Parish Bau, priority to use the centre is given to Catholics but other Christian denominations of the Association of Churches of Sarawak are welcomed to use the place when it is available on the condition they respect the Catholic tradition. The St Stephen’s Parish Council organises a pilgrimage to the Centre on the first Sunday of each month except Palm Sunday, and on the Feast of Christ the King when Mass will follow the Feast Day. Today, the CMPC has become a popular weekend destination for urban dwellers, especially from Kuching, as well as a tourist attraction.

Aldea Cultural de Sarawak

40KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Sarawak Cultural Village is an award-winning Living Museum that spans across 17-acres of land just across from Damai Beach Resort and Hotels. Experience Sarawak in Half-a-day at Sarawak Cultural Village and learn about the local culture and lifestyles of the various ethnic groups in Sarawak.

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Aldea Cultural de Sarawak

Pantai Damai Santubong

51 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

40KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Sarawak Cultural Village is an award-winning Living Museum that spans across 17-acres of land just across from Damai Beach Resort and Hotels. Experience Sarawak in Half-a-day at Sarawak Cultural Village and learn about the local culture and lifestyles of the various ethnic groups in Sarawak.

Borneo Cultures Museum

10KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove The New Sarawak Museum is a new landmark of Kuching city and consists of two buildings namely the Borneo Cultures Museum and Annex Office Building. The Borneo Cultures Museum is a modern five-storey building with a distinctive architectural design that reflects Sarawak’s unique traditional crafts and rich cultural heritage. The new museum wants to become a lively place for social and cultural exchange. The auditorium and function rooms on level one will be able to host a wide range of events, and these programmes will turn the museum into a vibrant venue. Also here, are the visitor facilities that will cater to the visitors’ essential needs such as the reception counter, restaurant and shop. Located on level two are the Children’s Gallery and the Arts and Crafts Gallery. The Children’s Gallery provides an optimal interactive learning environment for children through its exhibition and activities. The theme ‘Love Our Rivers’ focuses on the concept of sustainability using rivers as the foundation of the exhibition narrative. Activities arranged in the Arts and Crafts Gallery allows visitors to learn the skills of traditional craftsmanship, dances and music. Level three is the biggest gallery with 2,188 square metres of exhibition space. The exhibition theme is ‘In Harmony With Nature’, and it explores the relationship local communities have with the natural environment based on a river journey through three major geographical regions. This exhibition offers immersive and multisensory experiences. On level four is the ‘Time Changes’ exhibition that will have displays with a strong educational focus. This informative gallery will cater to school groups and topics covered in the history curriculum. Also included in, is the archaeological discoveries and findings in the State. The narrative tells the history of Sarawak dating from the prehistoric era to modern times. Finally, the museum’s masterpieces and best examples of Sarawak’s material culture will be on display in level five. The ‘Objects of Desire’ gallery will have a strong object focus that allows visitors to admire the artistic beauty of these artefacts. The gallery will be showcasing artefacts that reflect skilled craftsmanship, having designs with divine powers and as a symbol of status. The Borneo Cultures Museum and the Annex Office Building are part of the Sarawak Museum Complex (SMC). Other buildings within SMC are Museum Sarawak (Old Building), Kuching Aquarium, Islamic Heritage Museum, Natural History Museum, Taxidermy Building, Annex Office Building and Sarawak Arts Museum.

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Borneo Cultures Museum

Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg

6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

10KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove The New Sarawak Museum is a new landmark of Kuching city and consists of two buildings namely the Borneo Cultures Museum and Annex Office Building. The Borneo Cultures Museum is a modern five-storey building with a distinctive architectural design that reflects Sarawak’s unique traditional crafts and rich cultural heritage. The new museum wants to become a lively place for social and cultural exchange. The auditorium and function rooms on level one will be able to host a wide range of events, and these programmes will turn the museum into a vibrant venue. Also here, are the visitor facilities that will cater to the visitors’ essential needs such as the reception counter, restaurant and shop. Located on level two are the Children’s Gallery and the Arts and Crafts Gallery. The Children’s Gallery provides an optimal interactive learning environment for children through its exhibition and activities. The theme ‘Love Our Rivers’ focuses on the concept of sustainability using rivers as the foundation of the exhibition narrative. Activities arranged in the Arts and Crafts Gallery allows visitors to learn the skills of traditional craftsmanship, dances and music. Level three is the biggest gallery with 2,188 square metres of exhibition space. The exhibition theme is ‘In Harmony With Nature’, and it explores the relationship local communities have with the natural environment based on a river journey through three major geographical regions. This exhibition offers immersive and multisensory experiences. On level four is the ‘Time Changes’ exhibition that will have displays with a strong educational focus. This informative gallery will cater to school groups and topics covered in the history curriculum. Also included in, is the archaeological discoveries and findings in the State. The narrative tells the history of Sarawak dating from the prehistoric era to modern times. Finally, the museum’s masterpieces and best examples of Sarawak’s material culture will be on display in level five. The ‘Objects of Desire’ gallery will have a strong object focus that allows visitors to admire the artistic beauty of these artefacts. The gallery will be showcasing artefacts that reflect skilled craftsmanship, having designs with divine powers and as a symbol of status. The Borneo Cultures Museum and the Annex Office Building are part of the Sarawak Museum Complex (SMC). Other buildings within SMC are Museum Sarawak (Old Building), Kuching Aquarium, Islamic Heritage Museum, Natural History Museum, Taxidermy Building, Annex Office Building and Sarawak Arts Museum.

Abba Paradise

33KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove A charming getaway spot for the nature-lovers and those seeking a quiet safe haven. Camping is an excellent way to get to experience fellowship with your family and friends. It is relatively low-priced, kid-oriented and filled with wholesome activities, such as exercising, reading books, playing games, building shelters and eating delicious food outdoors, eating tasty foods, watching movies, and sleeping under stars in the night. As such, it is one of the most popular recreational activities in the country. Abba Paradise welcome all to our little tropical paradise filled with God’s creation.

Abba Paradise

33KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove A charming getaway spot for the nature-lovers and those seeking a quiet safe haven. Camping is an excellent way to get to experience fellowship with your family and friends. It is relatively low-priced, kid-oriented and filled with wholesome activities, such as exercising, reading books, playing games, building shelters and eating delicious food outdoors, eating tasty foods, watching movies, and sleeping under stars in the night. As such, it is one of the most popular recreational activities in the country. Abba Paradise welcome all to our little tropical paradise filled with God’s creation.

Puente Darul Hana

11KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Recommend to visit there in the night time to feel the atmosphere there Route Recommend to reach (Cozy Liberty Grove - 4 1/2 Mile - Jalan Kereta Api - Jalan Tun Abang Haji Open - Darul Hana Bridge) Darul Hana Bridge And immediately next to this fountain, spans the Darul Hana Bridge. This S-shaped pedestrian suspension bridge opened to the public in November, 2017. The two viewing decks offer excellent 360- panaromic view of the Sarawak River. Up here, one can’t miss the Middle Eastern-inspired Floating Mosque. The mosque is a new landmark of the Kuching Waterfront. To top it all, the sunset experience is mesmerising! Persons on wheel chair will find the walkway to the bridge proper user-friendly. *Two shows from Mondays to Thursdays at 8.30pm-8.45pm and 9.30pm-9.45pm. There are three shows from Fridays to Sundays at 8.30pm-8.45pm, 9.30pm-9.45pm and 10.30pm-10.45pm. Shows may be limited during the Muslim fasting month so do check the timing once you are here.

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Puente Darul Hana

14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

11KM distance from Cozy Liberty Grove Recommend to visit there in the night time to feel the atmosphere there Route Recommend to reach (Cozy Liberty Grove - 4 1/2 Mile - Jalan Kereta Api - Jalan Tun Abang Haji Open - Darul Hana Bridge) Darul Hana Bridge And immediately next to this fountain, spans the Darul Hana Bridge. This S-shaped pedestrian suspension bridge opened to the public in November, 2017. The two viewing decks offer excellent 360- panaromic view of the Sarawak River. Up here, one can’t miss the Middle Eastern-inspired Floating Mosque. The mosque is a new landmark of the Kuching Waterfront. To top it all, the sunset experience is mesmerising! Persons on wheel chair will find the walkway to the bridge proper user-friendly. *Two shows from Mondays to Thursdays at 8.30pm-8.45pm and 9.30pm-9.45pm. There are three shows from Fridays to Sundays at 8.30pm-8.45pm, 9.30pm-9.45pm and 10.30pm-10.45pm. Shows may be limited during the Muslim fasting month so do check the timing once you are here.