Views of Kuching Waterfront

Views of the Kuching Waterfront.

Pak Tambang

This relief sculpture depicts the unsung heroes of the Sarawak River. Made of bronze and mosaic and approximately 2m x 3m in size it is dedicated to the many generations of boatmen ( Pak Tambang) who have dedicated their lives for the safety and comfort of residents and visitors they successfully ferry daily. 'Tambang' refers to the small boat that they row or paddle (before) but now powered by a small inboard engine to cross the still waters of the Sarawak River around the Kuching waterfront area. This sculpture is located at the Kuching waterfront area.

Sarawak Regatta 2008

This year the Sarawak Regatta is organised on a grand scale since it is held in conjunction with the forty five ( 45) years of Sarawak Independence through  Malaysia.  The regatta is held at the Kuching Waterfront here in Kuching City, Sarawak, Malaysia from the 1-3 August. Thousands of people flocked to the Kuching Waterfront to witness the festivities and some side shows or attractions, which I'll post later.

As part of the official launching ceremony many decorated long boats moved slowly as they paraded past the grand stand.  The boats displayed the varied costumes and music of  the local people . If you are to zoom in to the above picture , you'll see an Iban man dressed as a warrior  carrying the Malaysian flag.

Colourful yellow sampans took their turns in taking the ceremonial pass.

A LS ( Long Shot) view of the long boats participating in the ceremonial parade.

River kayaks also participated in the show to much merriment, excitement and fun.

New Dewan Undangan Negeri building under construction

A river cruise boat passes the new Dewan Undangan Negeri complex , still under construction.

River cruise boat

A river cruise boat passes along the Kuching waterfront area in the very late afternoon sun.

Sampan ride

This red sampan will ferry you across the still waters of Kuching river for 40 sen a ride.