| Sarawak, land of the Hornbill, is located in north-west | | | | Council. |
| of Borneo islands, the 3rd largest island in the world. | | | | Kuching in Malay word means "cat". It is fondly known |
| Sarawak borders Kalimantan, Indonesia and Brunei, the | | | | as the Cat City. Kuching city exudes a colonial charm |
| oil rich state. Its land area is 124,450 km² | | | | and yet at the same time, it is one of the most vibrant |
| Sarawak also contains large tracts of tropical rain | | | | cities in the region.Kuching city is one of the most |
| forest home to an abundance of plant and animal | | | | sought after destinations in Malaysia, with several |
| species. The total population in Sarawak is over 2 | | | | museums attractions, parks, cultural events and colorful |
| million people. | | | | festivals. The major attractions of Kuching include the |
| Kuching, with the highest population in Sarawak is the | | | | Main Bazaar, the Tua Pek Kong Temple, Chinatown, |
| 4th largest city in Malaysia. Kuching, the capital city of | | | | Square Tower, Charles Brooke Memorial, Clock |
| Sarawak is one of the cleanest cities in the world and | | | | Tower, Fort Margherita, Astana and Colonial Law |
| has received several awards like Healthy Cities | | | | Court. Several of these structures were constructed |
| Award in 2002, Good Practice of Healthy Cities and | | | | by the White Rajahs in the 19th century. |
| Alliance for Healthy City in 2006, ASEAN | | | | Kuching city is an excellent place to explore especially |
| Environmentally Sustainable Cities and Award and | | | | for a relaxing weekend gateway as there are many |
| National Sustainable City Award in June 2008. Kuching | | | | affordable and best Kuching hotels easily available |
| city is managed by North City Council and South City | | | | around the city. |