🌿✨ A New Tourism Landmark is Rising in Bau! ✨🌿

Bau is set for a massive transformation with the upcoming Bau Tourism & Cultural Park, a 100-acre heritage and nature-inspired destination built on former gold mining land. ⛏️🌳

This exciting project will connect some of Bau’s most iconic attractions, including Gua Hantu, historic gold mining ruins, and the scenic Bikajang Lake, creating a unique destination that blends history, culture, adventure, and nature all in one place. 🏞️✨

Led by YB Henry Harry Jinep, the development aims to showcase the rich heritage and biodiversity of Bau while turning the area into a major tourism and recreation hub for Sarawak.

💰 Phase 1 has already secured RM7.5 million in funding from GKCDA, while another RM12.5 million is being sought from the Federal Ministry of Tourism and Culture to continue the next stages of development.

Here’s what to expect from the first 4 phases:

🎡 Phase 1 – Children’s Paradise
A 4.85-acre family-friendly playground featuring:
✨ Creative play zones
🛹 Skate park
💦 Water Plaza
🚤 Mini motorized boats on the lake
🌴 Relaxing shaded areas for families

🎤 Phase 2 – Arrival, Event & Festival Precincts
Bau could soon become a major event destination with:
🏠 Traditional Longhouse Arrival Centre
☕ Coffee shops & souvenir stalls
🎶 Lakeside concerts for up to 2,000 people
🎉 Festival grounds for up to 6,000 visitors
🌊 A stunning 23-meter waterfall with hilltop lift access

🏮 Phase 3 – Cultural Precinct
A vibrant celebration of Bau’s multicultural identity:
✨ Bidayuh Cultural Centre
✨ Malay Cultural Centre
✨ Chinese Cultural Centre
🏡 Hakka Village with Tulou-inspired houses
⛏️ Mining Relic Park
🐐 Pet farm garden for families and kids

🌲 Phase 4 – Forests, Hills & Nature
Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers:
🌳 Elevated Tree Walk
🏕️ Campsites & glamping experiences
🏡 Cozy tree houses
⛰️ Panoramic hilltop viewing platforms

With Bau rapidly developing into an important tourism, recreation, and entertainment destination, this project could become one of Sarawak’s most exciting future attractions. 🇲🇾✨

Would you visit this upcoming heritage and nature park in Bau? 👀

📷The Kuchingite