In the Malay language Kuching means “cat” so I am not surprised that in the city center I found many monuments of cats. Unlike many big Malaysian cities on the peninsula Kuching – the capital of Sarawak still has colonial charm.
It is interesting that since 1842 till WW2 it was the capital of the white rajas who ruled in Sarawak – the Brooke family. Very interesting case!
I was wondering narrow street visiting Chinese temples, little shops, taking pictures of the historic buildings.
Then I took a shuttle minibus to the Sarawak Cultural Village in Santubong (24 r for RT ticket). Entry ticket cost 60 r. Around the little lake they reconstructed there traditional village houses from different parts of Sarawak. There are also workshops of the craftsmen. But the top attraction is a folk show o the dances. It takes about an hour and is like orgy of colors, costumes and music – fortunately it takes place in the a/c theater because it is hot, hot, hot and humid outside.
Back in Kuching I bought a nice, ripe papaya and started to look for the rum (do you remember my invention from the Spice Island?) Sorry – no rum in Kuching. Locals recommended arrack – a kind of alcohol they produce here from rice and tropical fruits, but believe me – it is not the same!
