The Great Cat of Kuching, a monumental kitsch statue, is situated at the junction of Jalan Padungan and Jalan Central.
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The Waterfront offers excellent views of the Astana (Head of State official residence), Dewan Undangan Negeri (new State Legislative Assembly), and Fort Margherita.
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Fort Margherita was built in 1879 to guard Kuching's river approaches from pirates. Named after Charles Brooke's wife, Ranee Margaret, it is an extremely attractive and interesting building.
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More photos on my Facebook albums:
Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part II) - Kuching City Center
Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part III) - Kuching City Center
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Other related posts:
- Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part I) - Lodging
- Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part III) - Food: Pansuh Manok (Bamboo Chicken)
- Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part IV) - Food: Local Delicacies
- Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part V) - Borneo's Gourmet Coffee
- Kuching Trip 20-22 Jan 2011 (Part VI) - Sarawak's Natural Beauty
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