MIRI -- Miri, the city with a seahorse as its mascot, inspires visitors with its natural and man made splendour.
Covering almost 1,000 square kilometres, Miri has a population of more than 250,000 with the majority being Chinese followed by Iban and Bidayuh.
I was there recently and was quite impressed with what Miri has to offer visitors.
Miri, the second biggest town in Sarawak after Kuching, boasts a long coastline extending from Bakam in the west to Baram near the Brunei border in the east, covering a distance of 40km. Much of its beaches remain pristine and serve as a focal point for both locals and tourists.
The sandy beach of Luak Bay Esplanade is a good example. During the evenings it's a hive of activities where the locals come to unwind and hawkers peddle their offerings.
It provides a spectacular view of the setting sun and the flares from the offshore oil rigs on the horizon.
Continue reading (incl. pics) at: Miri - the jewel of Sarawak
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