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PART 2/2 : STREET PHOTOGRAPHY AT BETONG. (6 PICTURE)

By October 2011, the population was nearly 94,000, the majority being Ibans (51,290), followed by Malays (37,283), Chinese (5,084), Bidayuh (225), and Melanau (219), while the remaining are other races. As a way to ensure the development of human capital to meet the demands of Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE) and other major projects in the State, major investments are made in the development of educational facilities like vocational schools and polytechnics. This is expected to encourage more local and foreign investors to come to Betong and explore opportunities they never knew Betong had. In recognition of Betong’s rich history, rapid growth and contribution to Sarawak's economy, it was accorded Division status in 2002. It was then selected to become the administrative division centre. The areas of administration include the Saratok District and the Betong District. Betong has also been expanded to cover the Small District of Maludam, which had been under th
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STREET PHOTO AT MAIN BAZZAR, KUCHING. (4 PICTURE)

Adjacent the Waterfront, the Main Bazaar is the oldest street in the city and the heart of old Kuching.  It has some superb examples of Chinese shop house architecture, many of which have been occupied by the same family for generations.

These families still pursue traditional occupations such as tin-smithing, carpentry and petty trading.  Kuching’s highest concentration of antique and handicraft shops are to be found here, and shoppers can rest between bargaining sessions in a number of old-fashioned coffee shops with panelled walls and marble-topped tables.

Well-established outlets on Main Bazaar include Native Arts, Nelson’s Gallery, Rainforest, Sarawak House, Atelier Gallery and Arts of Asia, all offering quality antiques and handicrafts at reasonable prices.  Prices of handicrafts are not always fixed so you may have to bargain.  If you have the time it’s best to shop around and get a rough idea before buying.  Certain antiques require an export permit from Sarawak Museum.  Most art and craft shops close on Sundays.

Artrageously Ramsay Ong, 94 Main Bazaar.  Showcases the talents of Ramsay Ong, one of Malaysia’s leading painters, as well as a range of work from local and occasionally international artists.  They also stock a fine selection of prints, cards, handicrafts and other collectibles.

Here is a picture that was captured by myself around Main Bazzar, Kuching.

A worker is focusing on carving wood for sale

Looks like foreign tourists are buying souvenirs

A cleaning worker is resting and lunch


It looks like foreign tourists are walking around Main Bazar.

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