Location: Sibu
Top Things to do in Sibu
The 6 Best Sights & Landmarks in Sibu, Sarawak
Sibu /ˈsibuː/ (simplified Chinese: 诗巫; traditional Chinese: 詩巫; pinyin: Shīwū) is an inland town at the central region of Sarawak and the capital of Sibu District in Sibu Division, Sarawak, Malaysia. The town is located on the island of Borneo. The town covers an area of 129.5 square kilometres (50.0 sq mi). It is located at the confluence of the Rajang and Igan Rivers, some 60 kilometres from the South China Sea and approximately 191.5 kilometres (119 mi) north-east of the state capital Kuching. Sibu is mainly populated by the Chinese especially the Fuzhou Chinese ethnicity. Other local ethnic indigenous groups such Melanau, Malay, and Iban are also present, but unlike other regions of Sarawak, they are not as significant. The town population as of the year 2010 is 162,676.
Restaurants in Sibu
1. Jade Dragon Temple
2. Tua Pek Kong Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By OSWALDHII - Kuching, Malaysia
The temple stands more than 160 years already. Passing through two war world period. Situated at Sibu town centre, and aside Rejang River;some of the people travelling by water express or boats as it is main station point. Yearly worship,mostly CNY first day and 15th( Chap Goh Mei ),marriage ceremony, new born baby,lion dance open eye are the famous activities.
3. Tiger Emperor Temple
4. Sibu Town Square Commercial Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By th_chew - Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia
Sibu town has all the local charm that I believe all travelers should visit. The food and festive season at Sibu is awesome
