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a wee taste of fusion culture
poems written in the shadow of mount santubong
poetry lapping gently on the santubong shoreline
daf sculptor
kuching and sarawak
Kuching with its population of about half a million, is the charming, modern, capital of the state of Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo.
This is a friendly place with a laid back lifestyle. English is widely spoken and
is often the language of business and contracts. International standard facilities
help ensure a comfortable lifestyle.
The climate is tropical and perfect for winter
sun with remarkably constant temperatures, typically low to mid 20's at night and
low 30's by day. The South China Sea often provides cloud cover to act as nature's
parasol against the sun. Monsoon rains might bring a daily downpour to keep everything
clean and green and wash the car for free. We find it's not really too hot, especially
once acclimatized especially if you don't have to work in the sun.
Though this is
very much a Southeast Asian city, history provides Kuching with echoes of UK influence.
We drive on the left and you might even see a Morris Minor or a Hillman Minx (ask
your grandfather) still running about town.
