General Information

Sibu is the gateway to the mighty Rajang River and its vast hinterland. As the main commercial centre and port for the Rajang Basin, Sibu is the starting point for one of the world's great river journeys. The second largest town in Sarawak, Sibu is situated on the confluence of the Rajang and Igan River, 130 km from the South China Sea. It is a thriving, modern town dominated by its bustling and crowded waterfront.

Sibu's wealth and fame are largely due to its enterprising, hard working Foochow community, who arrived in Sarawak from Southern China during the reign of Rajah Charles Brooke (1900 - 1917), and the town is still frequently referred to as "New Foochow". Nowadays, however, Sibu's populaton of 180,000 is a colourful mix of Chinese, Malays, Ibans and other ethnic races. Each race takes great pride in its own traditions and customs, but racial harmony and unity are the norm here.

Pictures available:

• The picture on the right but bigger (49KB)
• A high streetview (58KB)
• Street view with overpass (55KB)
• The Sibu Municipal Council (S.M.C.) Office (60KB)
• The Rejang Esplanade Park:
  • Fountain (53KB)
  • Another view of fountain (56KB)
• The Jubilee Park:
  • Main entrance to the park (46KB)
  • The suspension bridge (52KB)
  • High view down the steps (54KB)
  • High view down to the main entrance (53KB)
• Aerial photos:
  • A far view of the town (28KB)
  • The Rejang river (69KB)
  • A view to town from the Rajang river (59KB)
  • Broad view of the town (74KB)
  • A bit closer to the centre (71KB)
  • The Rejang Port Authority (Port of Sibu) (81KB)
  • A close view of the riverside (62KB)

The view over the Rejang river is photographed by Tiang Need Lee, Hornbill Photo Lab