Sights in Miri

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Miri Sights will offer you an unforgettable vacation filled with warm and fond memories of this small fishing town which hit gold with the discovery of oil.

The Miri Waterfront


Observe the old and the new parts of Miri on the Miri waterfront. The fishermen's village will give you a peek into traditional Miri culture and lifestyle. On the other hand, the newly developed commercial area has several shopping spots. Take a romantic stroll on the waterfront and dine in any of the seafood restaurants.

The Crocodile Farm


The famous crocodile farm is located on the outskirts of Miri. It is a 45-minute car drive to this location. You will find various types of crocodiles resting in their oases. You will see several crocodile sculptures scattered around the farm. Other animals like snakes, monkeys and birds also inhabit this farm. All in all it will be a fun experience.

Canada Hill


Bukit Kanaan or the Canada Hill offers a panoramic view of the beautiful city. It has an observation deck which is located on a hill park. This spot also has the distinction of being the first location where oil was discovered in Miri--the oil that changed the fortunes of the city for the better.

Public Park


The public park in Miri is nestled 3 km away from the town's center. It is situated on the road that goes to the airport. It is a well maintained park and has majestic gardens and beautiful fountains. The hanging bridge and sculptures are the major attractions of this park. It also goes by the name Taman Awam. The observatory deck is designed in the form of an oil rig. The food court offers a variety of food to choose from.

Taman Selera


Located on  Brighton Beach, this is the best park for recreation in Miri. The star attraction is an open air food court filled with stalls and hawkers selling mouth watering food. The aroma of the food just pulls you towards this market. From chicken wings in BBQ sauce to noodles and local delicacies like chicken sataya and ice kacang, you will have a wide variety to choose from. The park also has a great play area for kids, equipped with swings and slides, enough to keep the kids occupied. The park is great place to watch the setting sun and to lounge around.

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February 10, 2010 new by jenna storm
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